
Engine number???
Engine number???
Just got a complete engine from a stolen recovered bike (All above board btw) and the engine number has been ground off by the theives.... how do I go about changing engine numbers on my logbook when there isn't one? I am rebuilding the original lump to sell so need that number to stay put. 

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Re: Engine number???
I guess you'd need to take all the paperwork you have to your local DVLA office inc proof that the 'dodgy' engine is legitimate and see what they say.
i would sand it with sand paper the some way like you would wont to polished it. Once that is done get some amaradic (?) acid and apply it right on it. The acid will bring numbers back as long as is strong enough. If no one has welded on it you should be able to see the old numbers.
Last edited by Wicky on Wed Jun 26, 2013 1:10 pm, edited 1 time in total.
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Re: Engine number???
Yep a receipt to prove its legal and have on it the frame and reg number .
Re: Engine number???
Make sure you have a reciept for the engine, then rebuild your original one to put back in and sell on the no number engine when your done, give a reciept and the one you got with it. Your bike will still have a value that way. if you go to dvla they won't issue a number anything like a Honda number, they may not even issue one so it shows as blank on the log book.
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Re: Engine number???
Finally got around to having a good look at my old engine.... praise the lord... no damage at all.
If anyone is interested it's for sale now.
Front pot not reassembled because it needs a new head gasket of course. But everything fine.
200 squid and it's yours.
If anyone is interested it's for sale now.
Front pot not reassembled because it needs a new head gasket of course. But everything fine.
200 squid and it's yours.
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Re: Engine number???
Might be an idea if you put your location in your profile.
11 posts and your selling an engine with no numbers - could be seen as a tad suspicious… just sayin'
11 posts and your selling an engine with no numbers - could be seen as a tad suspicious… just sayin'
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Re: Engine number???
Spose it does sound a bit dodgy
... this is my original motor however. Complete with totally legit number.
I'm in Wrexham North Wales BTW
Just thought I'd put it here before ebay gets it at the weekend.

I'm in Wrexham North Wales BTW
Just thought I'd put it here before ebay gets it at the weekend.

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Re: Engine number???
Wow.... Only trying to help guys. Great attitude. If this is how you treay forum members I think it's time to leave
I am not a criminal. I am a 52 year old biker of 34 years. Respect is a reciprocal thing..
I am not a criminal. I am a 52 year old biker of 34 years. Respect is a reciprocal thing..
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Re: Engine number???
I also think you need to obtain a sense of humour to be a member of this forum fella.....
what the guys are referring to, are the rules of the forum, which state you must have made 50 posts before you can access the sales section. as you only have 13 posts, and you are not even in the sales section. the guys are giving you a little stick.
people here have been scammed before, hence the 50 post limit.
we appreciate you wanting to give us first dibs, but we are wary of scammers, none of us know you, so it's understandable that we are wary of you.
stick with us mate, we are a good bunch, and we look out for each other, as you can see for yourself.
glws of the engine.....

what the guys are referring to, are the rules of the forum, which state you must have made 50 posts before you can access the sales section. as you only have 13 posts, and you are not even in the sales section. the guys are giving you a little stick.
people here have been scammed before, hence the 50 post limit.
we appreciate you wanting to give us first dibs, but we are wary of scammers, none of us know you, so it's understandable that we are wary of you.
stick with us mate, we are a good bunch, and we look out for each other, as you can see for yourself.
glws of the engine.....

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Re: Engine number???
+1agentpineapple wrote:I also think you need to obtain a sense of humour to be a member of this forum fella.....![]()
what the guys are referring to, are the rules of the forum, which state you must have made 50 posts before you can access the sales section. as you only have 13 posts, and you are not even in the sales section. the guys are giving you a little stick.
people here have been scammed before, hence the 50 post limit.
we appreciate you wanting to give us first dibs, but we are wary of scammers, none of us know you, so it's understandable that we are wary of you.
stick with us mate, we are a good bunch, and we look out for each other, as you can see for yourself.
glws of the engine.....

Re: Engine number???
I would take it if you give free shipping.kemper162 wrote:Wow.... Only trying to help guys. Great attitude. If this is how you treay forum members I think it's time to leave
I am not a criminal. I am a 52 year old biker of 34 years. Respect is a reciprocal thing..

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Re: Engine number???
Please don't leave... I enjoy a good strop!
+1 Marty, stick with it Kemper, this place will amaze you if you play by the rules, it contains a truly inspirational collection of people here.


+1 Marty, stick with it Kemper, this place will amaze you if you play by the rules, it contains a truly inspirational collection of people here.

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Re: Engine number???
Just a bit of light hearted banter matekemper162 wrote:Wow.... Only trying to help guys. Great attitude. If this is how you treay forum members I think it's time to leave
I am not a criminal. I am a 52 year old biker of 34 years. Respect is a reciprocal thing..


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Re: Engine number???
OK guys.... My fault for missing the 50 posts rule.
Been scammed a lot myself so appreciate the carefulness.
Sorry chaps
Been scammed a lot myself so appreciate the carefulness.
Sorry chaps
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