Front license plate question - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

gonzalj1 · 09-11-2013, 11:37 PM

I was wondering if anyone had installed their front license plate without drilling any holes and without removing the bumper? I searched and found a pretty sophisticated way someone posted of doing this with magnets, however, I don't wanna go through the trouble of taking the bumper off. I was thinking something along the lines of using cable ties or something of the sort? Also, I'd prefer if I could keep it centered as I find offset license plates not too aesthetically pleasing. Any advise or tips would be greatly appreciated!

SliverBrz · 09-12-2013, 12:30 AM

Id say use 3M VHB tape, done deal, doesnt move.

that thing has holding power of up to like 5 lbs per square inch or something like that lol, its some ridiculous number, as long as you let the bond cure right.

At the end of the day its not permanent and still removable.

Kelbyat07 · 09-12-2013, 12:33 AM

What about putting it in your car in front of the windshield? I feel that the magnets might not be able to support the license plate after a while.

mrdanyo · 09-12-2013, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Kelbyat07

What about putting it in your car in front of the windshield? I feel that the magnets might not be able to support the license plate after a while.

Not only is that illegal in most places, but can you imagine how much it would hurt if you get into an accident and the plate slices off half your face?

Kelbyat07 · 09-12-2013, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mrdanyo

Not only is that illegal in most places, but can you imagine how much it would hurt if you get into an accident and the plate slices off half your face?

I've been doing that for a year now and I am perfectly fine.. I also tuck it in well so that it does not move when I am drifting.

Turkish · 09-12-2013, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by gonzalj1

I was wondering if anyone had installed their front license plate without drilling any holes and without removing the bumper? I searched and found a pretty sophisticated way someone posted of doing this with magnets, however, I don't wanna go through the trouble of taking the bumper off. I was thinking something along the lines of using cable ties or something of the sort? Also, I'd prefer if I could keep it centered as I find offset license plates not too aesthetically pleasing. Any advise or tips would be greatly appreciated!

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Edit: just read the part about not liking the reallocation... not much option there, magnets are not going to work as the hood is aluminum and the front cover is plastic. You either drill your bumper or use the tow hook slot. If someone has a clever idea that nullifies this, please share.

shiumai · 09-12-2013, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Turkish

magnets are not going to work as the hood is aluminum and the front cover is plastic.

he's probably referring to my magnet DIY:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35261

about 5 months now and it's never fallen off. still going strong.

m.wood0213 · 09-12-2013, 02:05 AM

get the relocation kit by grimmspeed. good stuff.

LeeMaster · 09-12-2013, 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by SliverBrz

Id say use 3M VHB tape, done deal, doesnt move.

that thing has holding power of up to like 5 lbs per square inch or something like that lol, its some ridiculous number, as long as you let the bond cure right.

At the end of the day its not permanent and still removable.

^This

Just make sure you heat up the tape and clean off the area very well prior to bonding. You can find many strong 3M double sided tape at Walmart

mkivsoopra · 09-12-2013, 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by shiumai

he's probably referring to my magnet DIY:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35261

about 5 months now and it's never fallen off. still going strong.

I did the magnet one too. The bumper is not that hard to take off!

that_one_guy · 09-12-2013, 02:57 AM

I really don't get what everyone has against screwing the plate directly to the bumper as it was designed. Are you going to ever take it off? If not then it really doesn't matter.

My grumpy confusion aside, if you use double sided tape, make sure you first bend your plate to the exact curve of the bumper. Also, pre measure and mark points to help you get it on centered and level when you do attach it.

I think it would be cool if somebody were to get a vinyl sticker printed roughly the same size as a plate, with their license number on it, then just stick that on the front bumper.

OoLong · 09-12-2013, 04:05 AM

I just ordered relocation kit by grimmspeed too, it is so easy to install and adds some flavor to the car. ~$70.

Look at user StockySnail's pic:

sklimo · 09-12-2013, 09:48 AM

I have mine zip tied to passenger visor. I just flip it down when needed

xphiledan · 09-12-2013, 10:21 AM

Zip tie to front grill. Cop already pulled me over for having it on the passenger visor.

09-11-2013, 11:37 PM	#1
gonzalj1 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Drives: 2013 BRZ Limited Location: MA Posts: 45 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	Front license plate question I was wondering if anyone had installed their front license plate without drilling any holes and without removing the bumper? I searched and found a pretty sophisticated way someone posted of doing this with magnets, however, I don't wanna go through the trouble of taking the bumper off. I was thinking something along the lines of using cable ties or something of the sort? Also, I'd prefer if I could keep it centered as I find offset license plates not too aesthetically pleasing. Any advise or tips would be greatly appreciated!

09-12-2013, 12:33 AM	#3
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09-12-2013, 12:30 AM	#2
SliverBrz Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: Silver 2013 BRZ limited Location: Los angeles Posts: 801 Thanks: 45 Thanked 184 Times in 125 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Id say use 3M VHB tape, done deal, doesnt move. that thing has holding power of up to like 5 lbs per square inch or something like that lol, its some ridiculous number, as long as you let the bond cure right. At the end of the day its not permanent and still removable.

09-12-2013, 02:57 AM	#11
that_one_guy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: none Location: CA Posts: 437 Thanks: 46 Thanked 368 Times in 145 Posts Mentioned: 18 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	I really don't get what everyone has against screwing the plate directly to the bumper as it was designed. Are you going to ever take it off? If not then it really doesn't matter. My grumpy confusion aside, if you use double sided tape, make sure you first bend your plate to the exact curve of the bumper. Also, pre measure and mark points to help you get it on centered and level when you do attach it. I think it would be cool if somebody were to get a vinyl sticker printed roughly the same size as a plate, with their license number on it, then just stick that on the front bumper.

09-12-2013, 04:05 AM	#12
OoLong #TeamAURA Join Date: Jul 2013 Drives: BRZ Limited Lighting Red '13 Location: PDX Posts: 149 Thanks: 7 Thanked 102 Times in 53 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I just ordered relocation kit by grimmspeed too, it is so easy to install and adds some flavor to the car. ~$70. Look at user StockySnail's pic:

09-12-2013, 10:21 AM	#14
xphiledan Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ Location: New Jersey Posts: 16 Thanks: 1 Thanked 8 Times in 6 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Zip tie to front grill. Cop already pulled me over for having it on the passenger visor.

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