Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos

Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Replacement HID plaque?

Posted by blindeman on 01/21/18 - 1:43 PM

I'm restoring a 1992 13. The aluminum HID plate riveted on the transom came off and is in pretty ratty condition. I'd like to replace it. Are there any companies that make replacement HID plates..?

Thanks!

Bruce

Posted by Joe Kriz on 01/21/18 - 1:56 PM

HIN
Hull Identification Number

You can have one made by a Trophy Shop
See the second to last photo here.
http://www.whalercentral.com/articles...cle_id=103

Posted by blindeman on 01/21/18 - 2:03 PM

Thanks, Joe. I found this company that will recreate the printed plate. They don't stamp the HID# itself. I'd still need to get that done. Might be the way to go to get a replacement that looks just like the original. But, a trophy shop is a good idea, also!

Posted by rockinhitz34 on 01/22/18 - 12:57 PM

Hi blindeman,

I had two made by the national band and tag company in Ky. Did an awesome job, stamped and all with holes ready for rivets. I think it cost me $32 with shipping and all.

https://nationalband.com/boat-hull-id-number-hin-tags/

Good luck with the restoration!

Posted by blindeman on 01/22/18 - 2:27 PM

Yes, that's who I used! Thanks, rockinhitz34!

Posted by max366 on 01/23/18 - 7:29 AM

The company that makes them for Whaler is Magic Brush in FL. Tom has the original files for each hull and will make one just like the one that originally came with the boat. I've used them on 5 restorations.