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HIN

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seaweedjoe
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HIN

Post by seaweedjoe »

What do thes numbers and letters mean?
Specifically the first 3 letters LTU
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Re: HIN

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The first three letters of a HIN are the MIC, Manufacturers Identification Code. The USCG identifies "LTU" as Albin.

What model is the HIN from? I know my TE model has the "AUL" MIC.

You can look here for more info: http://boatsafe.com/nauticalknowhow/hin.htm

(H/T to Russell for the link)
Doug
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2006 35TE Convertible, Volvo D6-370's
Former owner - Sonny III, 1997 28TE with "The BEAST"
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