Yup, about what I figured.

I have a '51 with a clean title in my name, but no door tag and the original engine has been replaced. So now I have a truck and title with nothing matching. I'm gonna try the tranny numbers, but it's a 3-on-the-tree, so I don't hold much hope.

Can you just stamp the old engine serial on the new engine? I've read that they used to do that when they swapped engines back in the day.

I'm clear with the CA DMV, but my INS Co.(AAA) is gonna want to inspect before I put it on the road (they said so), and they will want some matching numbers ( i assume). Also if I ever want to sell it.

Anyone have a similar situation in Cali? How did you handle it?

Apply for a new VIN?

I'm not looking for a felony to go with my truck. smile

thanks to all

stu

'51 Chevy with a '58+ 235