License plate rubbing on Trunk
 

Anyone else noticing the rear license plate rubbing on the trunk, causing scuffs to the clear coat? My guess is since our trunks only use 2 bolts for mounting. I'm not using a frame on the plate, but I'm curious to hear if anyone who is using a frame if they're getting scuffs too. Also, in general, what are you guys doing to help prevent this?

Here's a pic of what I'm talking about. You can see the scuffs at the top right and lower left.

Here's another

There are quite a few members here that are having the same issue.

The only thing I can suggest is some kind of foam tape that you can adhere to the back of the plate. Thanks for the heads up, I'll have to guard against this when I get my car.

I used 3m foam tape and applied it the backside edges of my license plate. This way you dont ever have to worry about marks or rattling. Plus the adhesive is on the plate in case you want to change something later.

Exactly what I did. Even have a frame around my plate.

May I ask where you got this?

Also, is the adhesive on both sides of the foam or just one side?

It is one sided and it can be found at any car parts store. The brand I got was 3M since it looked more durable.

Thanks. By any chance, do you have a part number of it?

I dont sorry. It is a very stocked item with varying lengths for various applications.

License plate frame I purchased came with nearly 1/2" spacers/standoffs for the mounts. Y'all might wanna look into that.

You apply the foam to the car not the plate! Dirt particles can get between the foam and car making it act like sandpaper. If the foam is adhered to the vehicle, the pad will protect your paint.

A part number? For foam tape???

Link to said frame?

I was thinking this. I did pick up some foam from CarQuest. It's Campers Tape. Single side adhesive that's quite soft and 3/16th think.

If the foam is making good contact with the trunk, wouldn't dirt not get between the two, regardless if it was on attached on the trunk or plate?

There's a part number for everything! :)

Between water, and bouncing from random potholes, you'd be shocked at the ability of dirt particles to get where you don't want them.

Go to Michaels craft store. They have thin foam sheets for $.85, cut to fit and mount on back of license plate, and problem solved.

Yes, but wouldn't you rather the dirt be between tape and license plate, rather than tape and car paint?

Sorry - misread your post. Dirt will get between the two, unless that business is clamped or bolted down. So that being the case, you want that space to involve something other than your paint.

The adhesive will capture the dirt and hold it in suspension rather than buff your car with it. As with all things body related, give it a visual inspection from time to time checking to see if the edges are lifting from the tape (time and elements will cause the bond to break down). If it is, it's a quick shot of goo gone, and you lay a new pad down. It takes a minute a year to protect your car.

3m tape is the way to go, it will not hurt the paint. It is the same things toyota uses to attach its lip kits and emblems. They sell it at autozone.

Not sure if links are frowned upon given the new rules; PM me and I can give it to you.

This is what I am going to use when my plates come in. (Frost King E/O 5/16" x 1/4" x 17 ft EPDM Rubber Foam). EPDM rubber for long life, "D" profile for for flex, and strong adhesive backing. going to cut a few strips and attach them to either the plates or the car (haven't decided yet). Great thing about this product, you can get them at any home improvement sotres, and you get a lot for the price!

Their is a member that has a thread called 3 tips, or something like that. He talks about the issue you're having

Here's the P/N: SOA342L105. Slimline powdercoated black plate frame; includes hardware hider caps and spacers/standoffs. You can purchase it at many retailers/vendors.

Yeah, I saw that thread. Thanks though! :thumbsup:

I assume this is true for the FR-S guys, but my BRZ came with 2 black foam pads taped to the trunk below the 2 plate mount holes. Nice, but not think enough to ensure no plate-on-trunk contact, so I just added another layer of foam tape to those. The other thing I like to do is seal my plate with contact paper (available at most any craft or office supply store). Tones down the plate shininess a bit, which I like, and helps keep the plate looking new and not rusting/weathering over time.

I put these on the back of my plate, no rattles or issues so far.

http://www.okokchina.com/Files/uppic...%20Pads792.jpg

I taped a wad of duct tape to the bottom of my license plate and have a couple of rubber washers under the bolts.

You can also use the felt side of velcro on the bottom of the license plate, cuts down on the rubbing and rattling.

I just put my plates on top of the paper dealer plate. Don't know if it helps, but it beats metal against the paint.

I put electric tape around the edges ....seems to be effective