VIN Verification code = OKay - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Paul Workman · 03-07-2008

Thanks to QB93Z's extensive list of 216 VIN numbers, I was able to "perfect" the VIN algorithm; the instructions for which were posted here a few days ago, as you may recall. HOWEVER, I discovered that written specification was in error, with respect to reference to a "5 = X" in the (9th character) check number.

In reality, if the number generated =10, then the 9th check character = X. There were some other nuances that weren't divulged in the original specification, but unless you are a glutton for punishment, I'll save your the gory details.

Anywayz, I have made the appropriate changes to the calculator, so if anyone wants a copy (Excel 2000), PM me and I'll send it to ya.

Also, someone PM'ed me to tell me they had submitted just such a calclulator to the Registry's technical section, but in the process of cleaning up my PM box, I inadvertantly deleted the poster's ID. (Sorry guy!)

OKay...Now you know some of what we frustrated Z drivers have to resort to for fun when our rides are penned in by snow, salt, and mud. We unravel ZR-1 VIN codes...WooHoo!

Is it spring yet???

P.

QB93Z · 03-07-2008

Good job. I will be glad to Beta Test it. PM sent. Jim

ZR1Vette · 03-08-2008

Ran the program... worked perfectly

Good job Paul!
Michael

03-07-2008	#1
Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,493	VIN Verification code = OKay Thanks to QB93Z's extensive list of 216 VIN numbers, I was able to "perfect" the VIN algorithm; the instructions for which were posted here a few days ago, as you may recall. HOWEVER, I discovered that written specification was in error, with respect to reference to a "5 = X" in the (9th character) check number. In reality, if the number generated =10, then the 9th check character = X. There were some other nuances that weren't divulged in the original specification, but unless you are a glutton for punishment, I'll save your the gory details. Anywayz, I have made the appropriate changes to the calculator, so if anyone wants a copy (Excel 2000), PM me and I'll send it to ya. Also, someone PM'ed me to tell me they had submitted just such a calclulator to the Registry's technical section, but in the process of cleaning up my PM box, I inadvertantly deleted the poster's ID. (Sorry guy!) OKay...Now you know some of what we frustrated Z drivers have to resort to for fun when our rides are penned in by snow, salt, and mud. We unravel ZR-1 VIN codes...WooHoo! Is it spring yet??? P.

03-07-2008	#2
QB93Z Join Date: May 2007 Location: Westminster, Maryland Posts: 3,689	Re: VIN Verification code = OKay Good job. I will be glad to Beta Test it. PM sent. Jim

03-08-2008	#3
ZR1Vette Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Reston, Virginia Posts: 939	Re: VIN Verification code = OKay Ran the program... worked perfectly Good job Paul! Michael