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What Are Metal Stamps Used For? Auto Restoration to Arts & Crafts

What Are Metal Stamps Used For? Auto Restoration to Arts & Crafts

In classic car restoration, metal stamps recreate the factory identification numbers stamped into engine blocks, transmissions, chassis, and body panels at the time of manufacture. Getting these numbers right is essential for a numbers-matching certification. We offer period-correct restoration stamps for Ford (Mustang, Thunderbird, Bronco, F-Series), GM, Chrysler/Plymouth/Mopar, BMW, Porsche, Mercedes Benz, Jaguar, Range Rover, Alfa Romeo, Lamborghini, Volkswagen, Harley-Davidson, Indian, Ducati, Honda, Vespa, and many more makes.   Arts & Crafts: Creative Applications for Makers and Hobbyists   The same precision hardened steel stamps that serve professional restorers also excel in arts and crafts. Leatherworkers brand wallets, belts, and...

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How to Choose the Right Restoration Stamps for a Numbers-Matching Build

How to Choose the Right Restoration Stamps for a Numbers-Matching Build

  Different manufacturers used different stamp fonts, character heights, and stamping patterns. A Ford engine number looks completely different from a GM or Chrysler number — and period-correct stamps must match the exact factory style. Our collections are organized by make and model to make selection easy. Ford collectors will find stamps for Mustang, Cougar, Torino, Thunderbird, Bronco, and F-Series pickups. GM restorers can find stamps for Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Cadillac. European collectors will find stamps for BMW, Mercedes Benz, Porsche, Alfa Romeo, Jaguar, Range Rover, Volkswagen, and Lamborghini. Motorcycle restorers will find stamps for Harley-Davidson, Indian, Ducati,...

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