1M Tow Hook License Plate Bracket Mount?

[Luca335]

Originally Posted by ayao

Does that block the intercooler more than a standard license plate center mount? Is that the device that requires drilling he underside of the bumper, or does it just bolt on to the grille?

The factory holder is quite chunky and too bad it was painted in gloss black, so I decided to do this. I think this is only half to one inch lower than the factory holder, so don't think it should have an effect on the intercooler. I just used some toggle/butterfly screws to attach it to the mesh, no holes drilled anywhere. I have a clear cover on the back of the license plate so it won't scratch the bumper.

[eeghie]

Originally Posted by Luca335

The factory holder is quite chunky and too bad it was painted in gloss black, so I decided to do this. I think this is only half to one inch lower than the factory holder, so don't think it should have an effect on the intercooler. I just used some toggle/butterfly screws to attach it to the mesh, no holes drilled anywhere. I have a clear cover on the back of the license plate so it won't scratch the bumper.

That looks good , thx for posting

Did you reenforce the mesh some how. Where/How did you get the hardware?

[M3 Adjuster]

Originally Posted by Gtrain

I wish I was as lucky as you guys. Even parked I've gotten tickets. TWICE!!!

Parked on the street in New York... oh yeah.. that's EASY MONEY.

[ethanh8791]

Not having front plate in a state that requires it (where enforced) is just too risky. Gives the police a reason to pull you over. CP-E bracket will be the way I go...can't have any holes drilled in the front of this car.

[Luca335]

Originally Posted by eeghie

That looks good , thx for posting

Did you reenforce the mesh some how. Where/How did you get the hardware?

No, the mesh is strong enough. The bracket and license are not that heavy. When you tighten the screws just make sure it's not too tight to crack the plastic mesh. I bought the 1/8 toggle/butterfly screws with some washers from Home Depot. The 3/8 is too big to go through the holes in the mesh. In this way you do not have to take the bumper off to have access to the back of the mesh.

[eeghie]

Originally Posted by Luca335

No, the mesh is strong enough. The bracket and license are not that heavy. When you tighten the screws just make sure it's not too tight to crack the plastic mesh. I bought the 1/8 toggle/butterfly screws with some washers from Home Depot. The 3/8 is too big to go through the holes in the mesh. In this way you do not have to take the bumper off to have access to the back of the mesh.

Brilliant, thx. This looks like a good alternative to the tow-hook license plate holders.

Is the license plate holder with base plate and extender arms (as shown in the pictures from the side) also a ready made product? Can you pls share make/link ...?

[Luca335]

Originally Posted by eeghie

Brilliant, thx. This looks like a good alternative to the tow-hook license plate holders.

Is the license plate holder with base plate and extender arms (as shown in the pictures from the side) also a ready made product? Can you pls share make/link ...?

You can get it at Amazon, or if you are in US you can get it at Autozone. Here is the link:

http://www.amazon.com/Bell-Automotiv...6993613&sr=8-1

[szcyxzh]

http://www.skenedesign.com/FPBracket/Choose.shtml

[Luca335]

I have looked into this before but holes still have to be drilled.

[blueshark]

Originally Posted by Luca335

Here is my solution. Licence still front and center but no drill holes on bumper what so ever.

Luca,
Where did you find that bracket? Very nice.

[Luca335]

Originally Posted by blueshark

Luca,
Where did you find that bracket? Very nice.

Check 4 links back. I have provided a link to Amazon, or you can get it at Autozone.

[Dee Pee]

I got a lot of PM's and finally got off my lazy butt and figured out how to upload photos.

This is what the CPE mount looks like.

[eeghie]

Originally Posted by Dee Pee

I got a lot of PM's and finally got off my lazy butt and figured out how to upload photos.

This is what the CPE mount looks like.

thx for posting, Can your lazy butt squeeze a pic from the side as well pls?

[ayao]

Originally Posted by Dee Pee

I got a lot of PM's and finally got off my lazy butt and figured out how to upload photos.

This is what the CPE mount looks like.

The more I look at the CP-E the more I wish the upper edge of the license plate lined up with the upper lip/edge of the bumper. I wonder if the rho-plate or US millworks offerings facilitate that.

[Dee Pee]

Originally Posted by eeghie

thx for posting, Can your lazy butt squeeze a pic from the side as well pls?

Indeed, good sir. I will do so after I get my lazy butt to the gym!

[Dee Pee]

Here's some different views. Hope they are helpful.

[eeghie]

Originally Posted by Dee Pee

Here's some different views. Hope they are helpful.

That looks tight, Thx again for posting

[Texas F1]

Dee Pee, thanks for posting (and sending) the pictures. I replaced my temporary tag with my new license plate yesterday when I got home (and, of course, didn't install the front plate). Got nailed this afternoon on the way home by Texas DPS for no front plate. They have no sense of humor, but I did manage to get away with a warning.

[ayao]

Originally Posted by Texas F1

Dee Pee, thanks for posting (and sending) the pictures. I replaced my temporary tag with my new license plate yesterday when I got home (and, of course, didn't install the front plate). Got nailed this afternoon on the way home by Texas DPS for no front plate. They have no sense of humor, but I did manage to get away with a warning.

GEEZ!

[Gtrain]

Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

Parked on the street in New York... oh yeah.. that's EASY MONEY.

Actually it was in a parking lot. Still sucks.

[M3 Adjuster]

Originally Posted by Gtrain

Actually it was in a parking lot. Still sucks.

on private property? Really? wow.

[Gtrain]

Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

on private property? Really? wow.

Twice in two different parking lots on two consecutive days. Talk about being lucky.