I'm trying to figure what hull # I am

[Scott Galloway]

My certificate of ownership lists my hull number under the heading, "Hull Number" by a simple three digit number, with no prefix. No category for a "HIN" number is listed. Many power boats have long HIN numbers with a combination of letters and numbers. I am assuming that Pearson merely gave their boats three digit hull numbers, which were engraved onto bronze plaques, which were in turn affixed to the aft end of the cockpits .

[Bill]

My certificate of ownership lists my hull number under the heading, "Hull Number" by a simple three digit number, with no prefix. No HIN number is listed.

That's because you are registered in Calif. DMV is very good about getting it correct.

[Mike Goodwin]

HIN numbers came along in the 70's if memory serves correct .