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rocket88:
Hi Guys,

Newbie lurker here, looking for some info...

I recently bought an AS 222. It is registered as a 1973, originally had a 165 hp Mercruiser I/O (now has a Mercruiser 5.7 L). I need help with the HIN.

There is no visible HIN on the transom. There is an AS ID plate on the starboard side (inside the hull), which shows the serial number as "J-297" The registration shows the following as the serial number "000000060265BT0J-297"

Questions:
- does the full serial number appear to be correct in terms of format/length?
- if so, where should I find it on the hull? (hull is all-original, unpainted and unmolested)
- if not, is J-297 a complete serial number (pre-HIN requirement?)
- if so, can the date of manufacture be determined by anyone on the board here?

This may seem trivial to some, but it is of essential importance to me as I need to get this boat properly registered. My thanks in advance to one and all who can give me answers!

Brgds,

Tom

Ulysses485:
Is there number that’s listed on the title?

RickK:
Your boat may be a '72 sold in '73.  HIN were required starting in '72, so maybe this hull didn't get the HIN stamp in the transom.  You may also find a 2nd HIN plate hidden under the rub rail on the port side.
Can you post a pic of the boat? Follow the instructions here http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=12725.0  - don't attach them - you are limited by file size. Uploading them into your "member gallery" is better for viewing.
Spend a few minutes to absorb the instructions. It's really easy. Remember if using a phone to take pics, to hold the phone horizontal with the lens to the left.

rocket88:
Hey Ulysses,

Tks for your reply... the boat comes from Maine, which is a "no title" state, so I have no "title". The registration shows the number I initially posted; 000000060265BT0J-297, but don't see that number on the hull or any other affixed tags . The hull identification tag shows the serial number as J-297. It is registered as a 1973 model.

Knowing that the use of HIN's was mandated for all boats built after November 1, 1972, I speculate that the boat was built prior to that date but sold in 1973 and (therefore) registered as a 1973.

The issue is that I need to be able to show that it was built prior to November 1 1972 and therefore does not have to meet the requirement for a HIN. Hence my questions in my original post...

Brgds,

Tom

rocket88:
Hello RickK,

Was hoping that you would chime in... thanks for replying and for the insight. I would not have thought to have to remove the rubrail to find a HIN!

Will make best efforts to post pics. She is a real nice unmolested original boat; original helm, instrument panel, upholstery, teak, bimini, dodger, unpainted hull and sole in original gelcoat and so on. All that appears to have been done is the aforementioned engine swap.

Brgds,

Tom

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