Rear license plate mounting

[Timemachine]

Looking for a solution to attach rear license plate besides using the self tapping screws into the rear bumper, anybody use "nutserts"? Or should I just say "F" it and use the self tappers.

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[Jmeo]

Looking for a solution to attach rear license plate besides using the self tapping screws into the rear bumper, anybody use "nutserts"? Or should I just say "F" it and use the self tappers.

Honestly, I would just use the self tappers. The material used there if I remember correctly is rubber. Nutserts would not work there.

 

[NGOT8R]

You could also use industrial strength Velcro or 3M double stick tape If you didn’t want to use screws. You would have to use a hair dryer on the license plate to soften the tspe if you ever wanted/needed to remove it though.

I’ve used nut serts recently on thin plastic. They tend to want to countersink themselves in the plastic and won’t be a good idea unless you‘re able to get to the backside of the bumper and install a washer to prevent that issue.

 

[AngelDeath]

Oh for fucks sake just mount the license plate in the set place. I can understand the front bumper, but the back? Aren't we taking this too far now?

 

[Epiphany]

I agree. There will always be a plate there. Drill a small pilot, then use the "self tapper" and the urethane won't curl.

 

[Timemachine]

Oh for fucks sake just mount the license plate in the set place. I can understand the front bumper, but the back? Aren't we taking this too far now?

Lol......Self tapers it is!!!!!

 

[AngelDeath]

Lol......Self tapers it is!!!!!

Good cause I had another analogy if I had to use it.

 

[Snakecollector]

I thought I was anal... lol Drilled small pilot holes before screwing in the self tapping screws to minimize any chance of cracks.

Also put small cushions behind the license plate to prevent any rubbing.. lol

 

[AngelDeath]

I thought I was anal... lol Drilled small pilot holes before screwing in the self tapping screws to minimize any chance of cracks.

Also put small cushions behind the license plate to prevent any rubbing.. lol

This, I did that too, I used weather stripping across the whole back so there is no rub.

 

[Sivi70980]

I just used a silicone frame but I just have a lowly GT lol.

 

[RasJeremy]

I'll borrow your thread for something similar... but a tad different.

I have to take my plates off every winter and reattach in the spring when it gets back on the roads. (Due to dumb Danish tax and insurance rules)

I can imagine after a couple of seasons the holes will get torn bigger. Any solution for a setup where it can be screwed on and off mulitple times without it wearing out the screw holes over time?

 

[Rapid Red]

I thought I was anal... lol Drilled small pilot holes before screwing in the self tapping screws to minimize any chance of cracks.

Also put small cushions behind the license plate to prevent any rubbing.. lol

Not really, drilled & tapped 1/4 24, used regular bolts, very clean.

Dittio's small cushions



@ RasJeremy

Use a stud, keep the stick-out close to the width of the a nut, measure with the plate mounted

That will do it, even super glue the stud when threaded, keep it from backing out

 

[460Fred]

I’m somewhat confused here.
There are already holes drilled as I remember.
As others have stated, weather stripping works great so no rubbing. I just left some gaps to let water drain. Used a simple carbon fiber frame.

 

[AngelDeath]

I’m somewhat confused here.
There are already holes drilled as I remember.
As others have stated, weather stripping works great so no rubbing. I just left some gaps to let water drain. Used a simple carbon fiber frame.

The back has no pre-drilled holes, it only has where you should place the license plate and use the self-tapping screws they provide, or you can drill a small pilot hole to avoid spider cracking of the paint.

 

[460Fred]

The back has no pre-drilled holes, it only has where you should place the license plate and use the self-tapping screws they provide, or you can drill a small pilot hole to avoid spider cracking of the paint.

Got it.
Mine was delivered with temp paper plates and dealership frame already mounted.
That’s the way it has to be here in California.

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