VIN tag for 54

[rjs53]

Can some one tell me if the Vin tag or ID plate is still in the door jamb on a 54 GMC 3100? got a really clean 54 no rust has been media blasted, it is a basket case though but assembly is easy, problem is i can't find the Vin tag. I hate to have to part out somthing this clean.

[Dan Bowles]

Yes, it should still be in the door jamb. Why part it out? There are VIN tags available.

[Steve@OldSub.com]

Originally Posted by rjs53

Can some one tell me if the Vin tag or ID plate is still in the door jamb on a 54 GMC 3100?

You've got an unusual truck there. A '54 GMC 1/2-ton is a 100, a 300 is a 1-1/2 ton and a 350 is a 2-ton. I don't know how heavy a 3100 would be...

The official VIN is an international concept accepted into US law about 1981. What you are looking for is a cab or engine serial number that will match your old title. If you can match either part of the truck to the title the rest of the battle is easier.

Sometimes you have to find someone who believes in life before 1980...

[Dan Bowles]

Good point, Steve, 3100 is a Chevy designation for the 1/2 ton, not GMC.

I believe in life before 1980! I document it whenever I can...

[rjs53]

you know I didn't even look to see that it isn't a 3100 just assumed, but it is a half ton I'll check with the DMV and see what I come up with thanks for the help