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05-27-2017, 02:19 PM | #1 |
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Removable Front License Plate Options
Does anyone know of a front license plate option that is easily removable when I'm at a car meet? For a Z4M. I haven't found anything to this point.
I used to have a Z06 with this: http://www.zip-corvette.com/06-13-z0...Dv4aAict8P8HAQ It was super easy to remove my license plate and it didn't require drilling any holes. Thanks in advance! |
05-27-2017, 02:25 PM | #2 |
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I didn't realize the Skene Design holder was quickly removable:
https://skene-design.myshopify.com/index.htm Anyone have experience with it/reviews? I read it still needs a hole drilled? |
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05-28-2017, 02:18 PM | #4 |
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I made my own using a generic bracket and rare earth magnets. Don't have to mess with unscrewing, hex keys, cotter pins, tow cap covers, etc. Also like how it's centered.
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05-28-2017, 10:37 PM | #5 |
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I was reading up on the tow hook ones - are they quickly removable to replace the tow cap cover?
I like the idea of the rare earth magnets however it's hard for me to completely trust I'll make it work well enough that it'll never come off! |
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You can always tether to lower grills via zip tie or steel cable. Nobody would suspect it's removeable so then it's matter of would anyone steal your plate in general. |
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05-29-2017, 10:13 AM | #8 |
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I wish id know about this before i put new holes in my then newly painted bumper. sigh..
def going the magnet route.
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05-30-2017, 10:08 AM | #9 |
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Yes- just unscrew and snap the cover back in place....
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You have to be semi careful when unscrewing (because of the curve of the bumper you could scratch the paint if done in a big hurry... don't ask me how I know)
I prefer the tow mount myself regardless. I have used www.gominigo.com for my Zed and other vehicles for about 10 years now. Great customer service as well.
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Here's another rare-earth magnet approach for the MC which I've done with the last four new cars. I like to retain the factory look wherever possible. Obviously, the front bumper cover needs to come off so in my case it's somewhat of a joint venture between the body shop and myself when I do one. On several cars I've used solid epoxy to mold around and support crazy-strong circular magnets, tested to autobahn-level speeds with no issues. The air pressure at speed simply further jams the plate carrier into place.
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Per a request here's a photo of it on-car. There's a very slight and desirable gap that keeps sharp edges of the carrier off the bumper cover to prevent marring.
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I use rare earth magnets as well but in a different way.
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