Are 1976 D100 cabs VIN marked/stamped? Cab swap?
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I am looking to see what the appropriate way to restore my 1976 Warlock is.
We bought the truck from my Father-in-Law, it's really my Wife's truck, it has some sentimental value. The truck isn't in great shape, both cab corners are shot, the lower portion of the doors were poorly patched and it has a hacked aftermarket sunroof.
The easy solution would be to find a cleaner [one can dream of a rust-free] cab and just swap it. Are the truck cabs stamped/marked with a VIN like some certain areas of car chassis?
Obviously I am not looking for anything dishonest, I'll put a roof on it if I need to....but if swapping cabs is an "okay" thing to do, I'm interested! What's the verdict?
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Re: Are 1976 D100 cabs VIN marked/stamped? Cab swap?
[Re: GoodysGotaCuda]
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12/26/17 11:03 PM
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Not sure there is any actual vin stamped in the cab of a 1976 truck.
Thought the vin plate is on the door and ECS offers the vin data sticker .
Last edited by BIGGERED; 12/26/17 11:03 PM.
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Re: Are 1976 D100 cabs VIN marked/stamped? Cab swap?
[Re: GoodysGotaCuda]
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I wouldn’t worry about it. Take pictures for documentation. It’s not like you are trying to do anything unlawful. It’s much safer than trying to piece together a rusty cab. Just make sure your new cab had a title. Take it to dmv and explain everything and ask them which title they want you to use. Or just do it without asking. It’s not as big a deal as some of these guys rebodying rare muscle cars.
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Re: Are 1976 D100 cabs VIN marked/stamped? Cab swap?
[Re: GoodysGotaCuda]
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12/29/17 02:44 PM
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On some of the 1970's trucks there was a sticker on the door jamb with the VIN number. Of course the actual VIN number was on the door as previously noted. I have no idea what years / models had the sticker on the jamb. Over time, most of those stickers have probably faded and peeled off.
On the differences between cabs, some trucks had the fuel tank in the cab. The early 1970's models had a different dash than the later 70's trucks. I think there were a few very minor changes to the fire wall when the dash was changed...but I may not be remembering that correctly. Someone told me the 1972's had an different sized window. (rear window or windshield??) Some of the cabs had a removable cover to access the transmission.
On the legality of the swap, I'd take "Poorboy's" advice and check with your local government officials. There are other states which require a new VIN number for a cab swap. It may not be a big deal to get the new VIN number...but I'd check with the state first. Then you can make a more informed decision.
Last edited by QuickDodge; 01/03/18 09:19 PM.
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Re: Are 1976 D100 cabs VIN marked/stamped? Cab swap?
[Re: GoodysGotaCuda]
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12/29/17 03:59 PM
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72 to about 75.5 had a smaller rear window. I found out the hard way when I needed a window for my 75.
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Re: Are 1976 D100 cabs VIN marked/stamped? Cab swap?
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On some of the 1970's trucks there was a sticker on the door jamb with the VIN number. '78 the tag was on the driver side door. I was rather surprised to find this out. I use a title that matches whatever cab I use, just in case. As others have said I would not worry about it.
I have mechanical Aptitude. I can screw up anything.
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