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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,...
How to use our stamps to stamp your frame.
Stamping your car frame correctly is one of the most satisfying steps in a numbers-matching restoration — and one of the easiest to get wrong. A double impression, a tilted character, or the wrong font on a show car can cost you points in judging and credibility with buyers. This guide walks you through the exact process we recommend to every customer who calls us, step by step. First — Make Sure You Have the Right Stamp Before you touch a hammer, the single most important thing is confirming you have the factory-correct stamp for your specific vehicle. This is...
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