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PicklePickle Samba Member
Joined: February 24, 2008 Posts: 933 Location: Gonzales, LA
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Posted: Thu Feb 12, 2009 8:08 pm Post subject: Automated M-Plate decoder FAQ |
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M-Plate Location
Link to the online Automated M-Plate decoder
http://www.alltheprettybuses.com/_d_decoder.asp
Hey guys, I got sick of trying to decode m-plates by cross referencing all the different pages on Type2.com. It is a great resource, but seems like a lot of leg work every time you want to decode something.
Anyway, so a couple months ago I started working on this automated decoder where you could put in the various numbers and letters on the m-plate itself into boxes on a webpage that are approximately lined up to where the they are on the actual m-plate.
So, I actually forgot about this little side project until recently. I can hardly even remember where I was in the process. I know the 70+ models decoder doesn't work right at all. [UPDATE: 02/15/2009--THE 70+ DECODER IS WORKING!]
However, I think I was close to done with the 68-69 decoder as long as the codes were entered into the right blocks.
I was wondering if any of you that have 68 or 69 model year buses would take the time to properly enter your m-plate data into the page and see if it spits back information that looks right. Remember, this is essentially just regergitating the same thing you would get if you manually decoded it on type2.com--just a lot easier and faster.
I make no warranties or anything here, and the page may straight bomb out on you--but I would like any constructive feedback that you all could provide.
Oh, and the page is only for bays...because I'm cold like that. Splitty owners will just have to do things the hard way.
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The M-Plate can be found here:
M-Plate Location
Link to this online Automated M-Plate decoder:
http://www.alltheprettybuses.com/_d_decoder.asp <-- Currently OFFLINE
Another M-Plate decoder if needed:
Type 2 M-Plate decoder
Yet another M-Plate decoder:
Type 2 M-Plate decoder
Edited 27 Aug. 2019 _________________ "Aircooled VWs are like roaches in that if you let one in, they'll soon be nesting all around you in great numbers."
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1970 Yellow Beetle aka "Melbourne"
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mr69 Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Feb 12, 2009 9:50 pm Post subject: |
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Nice work I vote sticky _________________ 1968 blue rocket
Vettes, mustangs, camaros, hondas and nissans all look the same in the rear view mirror. |
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rumplestilskin Samba Member
Joined: January 13, 2007 Posts: 963 Location: los banos,CA
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Posted: Thu Feb 12, 2009 9:52 pm Post subject: |
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I second that motion _________________ currently 71 super auto-stick, 73 ghia, 71 yellow ghia , a 68 square w71 fi, a 77 bus station wagon deluxe. and finaly finaly a 74 riveria with volvo pawer .ITS AN ADDICTION!!! |
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afhusband Samba Member
Joined: December 14, 2008 Posts: 282 Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming
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Posted: Thu Feb 12, 2009 9:56 pm Post subject: |
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HERE HERE!! _________________ 1974 TinTop Westy -I'm Lovin it!!
Glass blowing, banjo pickin, bay-window bus driver.
vWYo New aircooled club for Cheyenne WY and surrounding areas! |
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Riguy718 Samba Member
Joined: November 27, 2008 Posts: 370 Location: Nampa, ID
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Posted: Thu Feb 12, 2009 10:00 pm Post subject: |
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No kiddin..nice work. How was it to get it programed and stuff.
Good luck on the 70-79 decoder _________________ First Vehicle:
Bil(bo) 1970 Westy Stock [1600DP]
Take life slowly and enjoy it, especially in a VW bus!!! |
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enjoispammy8 Samba Member
Joined: December 26, 2007 Posts: 1984 Location: Long Beach, CA
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Posted: Thu Feb 12, 2009 10:08 pm Post subject: |
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make it a sticky!
ill put my m code in tomorrow _________________ 1969 Westy, 1690cc. montana red and cloud white.
1969 Standard Beetle [sold]
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PicklePickle Samba Member
Joined: February 24, 2008 Posts: 933 Location: Gonzales, LA
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 7:55 am Post subject: |
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Thanks guys, I don't think this needs to be a sticky at this point but some people entering m-codes and validating some of the output would really help a lot. _________________ "Aircooled VWs are like roaches in that if you let one in, they'll soon be nesting all around you in great numbers."
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EZ Gruv King of Plaid
Joined: December 10, 2002 Posts: 8544 Location: Las Vegas
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 7:58 am Post subject: |
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PicklePickle wrote: |
validating some of the output would really help a lot. |
Just go through the big m-code thread and start typing; see if it matches. _________________ Eric
1977 Deluxe Westfalia - 2.0L FI Type IV, Completely Original
Photographer for HotVWs, VolksWorld, AirMighty, VW Camper & Commercial, Hayburner, and more.
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PicklePickle Samba Member
Joined: February 24, 2008 Posts: 933 Location: Gonzales, LA
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 7:58 am Post subject: |
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Riguy718 wrote: |
No kiddin..nice work. How was it to get it programed and stuff.
Good luck on the 70-79 decoder |
The logic is written in thrown together Microsoft Classic ASP and uses a SQL Server 2005 database to pull the m-code data from and parse it out into meaningful information. It's not hard, just a little time consuming.
Once the basic logic is done, I'll add more fancy error checking and bells and whistles. _________________ "Aircooled VWs are like roaches in that if you let one in, they'll soon be nesting all around you in great numbers."
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PicklePickle Samba Member
Joined: February 24, 2008 Posts: 933 Location: Gonzales, LA
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 8:00 am Post subject: |
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EZ Gruv wrote: |
PicklePickle wrote: |
validating some of the output would really help a lot. |
Just go through the big m-code thread and start typing; see if it matches. |
Done that, however true software testing requires that others attempt the same. Software testing by the author is virtually worthless. _________________ "Aircooled VWs are like roaches in that if you let one in, they'll soon be nesting all around you in great numbers."
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PicklePickle Samba Member
Joined: February 24, 2008 Posts: 933 Location: Gonzales, LA
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 8:14 am Post subject: |
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I have added it to the helpful threads at the site moderators request. No sticky necessary. A search of M-Code or M-Plate will return the post. _________________ "Aircooled VWs are like roaches in that if you let one in, they'll soon be nesting all around you in great numbers."
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GostaBerling Samba Member
Joined: March 11, 2007 Posts: 401 Location: Madison, WI
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 8:57 am Post subject: |
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That is a wonderful idea. Can't wait to see it completed. _________________ "I became an archaeologist because I wanted to drive around in a big Land Rover, smoking, cursing, and finding treasure." - Carmel Schrire
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Rick73Super Samba Member
Joined: June 30, 2004 Posts: 1792 Location: Ocala FL 34481
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 10:06 am Post subject: |
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THANK YOU! |
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enjoispammy8 Samba Member
Joined: December 26, 2007 Posts: 1984 Location: Long Beach, CA
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 6:10 pm Post subject: 1969 Campmobile 9147318 |
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mkay so i put my mcode in:
11 3
518 697
21 426 F67 507 517
UF 2310 523331 9147318
heres what i had before, thanks to calebmelvin:
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11 3 – Production date, 3rd month, 11th day = March 11th, 1969
518 – Opening in roof with reinforcement for Westfalia pop-up roof
697 – Fitted with continental-manufactured tyres
21 – Engine/Gearbox – 1600, 47bhp, manual trans
426 – Group of Codes:
__020 – Speedometer with odometer in miles
__089 – Laminated windscreen glass
__511 – Padded dashboard and dashboard lid
__524 – USA and Canada specifications
F67 – SO67 Westfalia Campmobile, 67F
507 – Ventilation windows in cabin doors
517 – Factory pr-paired for Campmobile interior
UF – Destination code – USA, San Francisco
2310 – Kombi, LHD, Sliding door right, Standard Version
523331 – Montana Red Westfalia Color Combo
9 147318 – 1969, serial # 147318 |
heres what the decoder gave me:
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Decode Results:
Production Date: March, 11
Exported To: USA, port: San Diego, CA (?)
Designation: Kombi
Engine KW (BHP): 35 (47)
Transmission Type: manual
Engine: 157
Transmission Code: -
Extras Code: -
Paint / Interior
Paint Scheme: montana red
Paint Codes: L30H
Paint Notes: code for Westfalia campmobiles (type 23)
Interior Scheme:
Interior Material:
Interior Notes: This model has a special paint code which means no interior info is available
Options
518: Campmobile with pop-up roof
697: ???
426: Specifications for the USA M020, M047, M102, sealed beem headlamps... (?)
F67: ??? Westfalia SO67 interior ???
507: Vent wings in cab doors
517: Campmobile
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Pretty Spot on Picklepickle! Good Job! _________________ 1969 Westy, 1690cc. montana red and cloud white.
1969 Standard Beetle [sold]
Watch My Movies: https://www.youtube.com/user/taylorlikesacdc
Desertbusman wrote: |
Is there a message here? Enjoy Spammy Ate |
EZ Gruv wrote: |
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jah_B Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 6:25 pm Post subject: |
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Killer App, ya code nerd! _________________ 1984 CABRIOLET 6spd, quaife diff, Neuspeed springs, sway bars, tie bar, short shift kit, bilstein shocks, 16X7 RSE 3pc wheels, BFG TA 205 40s
1972 tintop P30 CAMPMOBILE: M/T, 1.7L, dual kadrons, 019 diz. Sunny the S'kool Bus
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stevespeirs Samba Member
Joined: June 10, 2008 Posts: 310 Location: Virginia Beach, VA
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 7:02 pm Post subject: |
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Nice work! Let me know when you need testers for the later bays. _________________ 1979 Microbus |
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tom62 Samba Member
Joined: August 21, 2005 Posts: 654
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 8:07 pm Post subject: 1968 double cab 8054359 |
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This:
Decode Results:
Production Date: November, 23
Exported To:
Designation:
Engine KW (BHP):
Transmission Type:
Engine:
Transmission Code:
Extras Code:
Paint / Interior
Paint Scheme: pearl white
Paint Codes: L87
Paint Notes:
Interior Scheme:
Interior Material:
Interior Notes:
Options
426: Specifications for the USA M020, M047, M102, sealed beem headlamps... (?)
507: Vent wings in cab doors
525: Three-point safety belts front, left and right and lap belts in passenger compartment
from this
23N
21 426 507 525
UO 2650 131336 8054359
This is the m-plate from my 68 double cab.
it's not picking up any of the last line OR else I don't know what i'm doing!
This will be a great help once you get all the bugs worked out!
Keep up the great work!
Thanks! |
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enjoispammy8 Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 9:13 pm Post subject: |
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tom62 wrote: |
This:
Decode Results:
Production Date: November, 23
Exported To:
Designation:
Engine KW (BHP):
Transmission Type:
Engine:
Transmission Code:
Extras Code:
Paint / Interior
Paint Scheme: pearl white
Paint Codes: L87
Paint Notes:
Interior Scheme:
Interior Material:
Interior Notes:
Options
426: Specifications for the USA M020, M047, M102, sealed beem headlamps... (?)
507: Vent wings in cab doors
525: Three-point safety belts front, left and right and lap belts in passenger compartment
from this
23N
21 426 507 525
UO 2650 131336 8054359
This is the m-plate from my 68 double cab.
it's not picking up any of the last line OR else I don't know what i'm doing!
This will be a great help once you get all the bugs worked out!
Keep up the great work!
Thanks! |
your missing the 2nd line on your m plate. perhaps you did not put the numbers in the right boxes. _________________ 1969 Westy, 1690cc. montana red and cloud white.
1969 Standard Beetle [sold]
Watch My Movies: https://www.youtube.com/user/taylorlikesacdc
Desertbusman wrote: |
Is there a message here? Enjoy Spammy Ate |
EZ Gruv wrote: |
Way to fuck up some little kids riding in the car next to you. |
hazetguy wrote: |
you need to be doing better drugs. |
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PicklePickle Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 10:44 pm Post subject: |
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Enjoispammy is correct please verify that you are not entering anything on the second line. _________________ "Aircooled VWs are like roaches in that if you let one in, they'll soon be nesting all around you in great numbers."
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busfreak_71 Flat 4 Junkie
Joined: April 29, 2007 Posts: 1191 Location: Sherwood Park, Alberta
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Posted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 11:38 pm Post subject: |
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Nice! It's good that you put the effort into it. I'm patiently awaiting the decoder for the later model buses. _________________ '71 Tin Top Westfalia
'99.5 Bora TDI
'85 Jetta Coupe
'85 Mercedes 300SD
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