Matching Numbers ???

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Hi there

I have a 1973 Mk1 Commando with engine and frame matching numbers. 304976 build date 6/73.

I have just noticed the Gear box has 304975 stamped on it .

I believe the machine to be original with 9000 miles.

If I send a application to the records they confirm engine and frame Nos, will they also confirm gearbox number???

or does the owner of the 304975 or 304977 commando have a gearbox with 304976???

also Im a new member and love the site

cheers

Paul

paul

I can only assume that all three numbers should match, I have a later commando and all three, frame, engine and gearbox all have the same number

Thanx paul

I was under the assumption that they should be matching numbers also.

But if it did have a replacement gearbox, what would be the odds of a gearbox number being the previous bike assembled.

Did they stamp Nos on the parts before or after assembly ?

Did they pick the gearbox / Motor / Frame off a converyor already stamped ?

Did the US market assemble bikes from crates or were they delivered as completed bikes ?

This dos'nt make the bike any less, as it is running like a dream and I love it.

Im just interested in digging a bit more to find out history.

Sending in a records search to find out more.

cheers

Paul

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