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ZombieEatsYou · 08-08-2009, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Van

Adding a plate to the front of a car always looks awful whether in the center or off-center...

True, but I was ticketed for not having a front plate in my previous car, so have to live with it.

LS/V6 · 08-08-2009, 10:56 PM

that actually looks pretty good. I got a written warning today for no front plate on my bros chally which was kinda funny but its cool tho, but that's not a bad idea tho. the only think is that i never got a front plate mount in or on my car

97one · 08-09-2009, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LS/V6

that actually looks pretty good. I got a written warning today for no front plate on my bros chally which was kinda funny but its cool tho, but that's not a bad idea tho. the only think is that i never got a front plate mount in or on my car

Go back to your dealer.
He will give you one in a plastic bag W/mounting riverts.
Then do as you please with it.
At least you will have it for the future.

'70 RS · 08-10-2009, 04:01 PM

easy to do and looks good

DON_RAFA · 08-12-2009, 10:36 PM

Hey guys I saw this yesterday and decided to give it a go since I got stopped once already. I used zip ties and weather stripping...

I noticed the bottom of my bumper was different from the ones pictured as the 1ss and 2ss have 3 lines going across and the ls, 1lt, 2lt has 1. Same technique just had to tweek it. So for the ls 1lt and 2lt guys this ones for you.

weather stripping on the back where the frame contacts the bumper.

zip zip

side shot

since "no tools" were required of course I over looked having a screwdriver so a penny had to do

and here she goes...

ZombieEatsYou · 08-13-2009, 05:00 AM

Good work! I'm glad I resisted getting one of those $160 "hide-away" plate holders just to keep from drilling holes in the car.

d69chris · 08-23-2009, 03:55 PM

How long have these options been used.

Concerned about movement in the wind, doing the speed limit of course, and grinding on the grill or spoiler. Even the tubing can leave a mark over time. I guess to remove for show, you cut ties and restrap. Lets all keep going, it is becoming more reefined each day!

I am going to go and stare at mine for a while, on the right track!

Jen2513 · 08-27-2009, 07:56 PM

Installed today.. on a 2LT - worked marvelously and NO HOLES!

Thanks for posting.

PnCRedJwl2SS · 10-10-2009, 02:04 PM

I live in Texas and just mounted my front bracket. I used an approach that is slightly different from the others posted here.
I kept the GM-provided mounting plate right side up. Seems to fit nice and snug. Looks great too!

Here are the steps I followed, and some pics:

1. Purchased some black 8" zip ties and some clear all-purpose vinyl tubing at my local auto parts store. The pics show the
dimensions of everything.

2. Drilled two holes in GM mounting plate near pre-drilled, deep-set holes (see pics for locations of new holes relative to pre-drilled holes).

3. Cut two sections of the all-purpose clear vinyl tubing about 3" long each.

4. Threaded one 8" zip tie through the one of the two holes I drilled (pointy end first, front-to-back). I did these one at a time.

5. Slipped one of the 3" vinyl tubing pieces onto the zip tie behind the mounting plate, then used fingers to thread the zip tie under
a horizontal grill strut, around a vertical grill strut, then back over the same horizontal grill strut and then from back-to-front through
the pre-drilled deep-set hole and zip the tie shut (but didn't tighten all the way yet--needed to leave some slack to do the other side).

6. Next, used fingers to position the clear tubing so it will protect the grill struts behind the plate after fully tightening.

7. Repeated for other hole that I drilled, except once I had both pieces of clear tubing exactly where I wanted them, I tightened both
zip ties down (I was careful to do this slowly so I could push the "knot" of each zip tie down into the deep-set holes).

8. Finally, checked to see that teh moutning plate was very snug, but not too tight against the nose of the car. Don't want any vibrations,
but also don't want to scratch the paint!

9. That's it! Pretty simple, cost under $10.00, and best of all...NO DRILLING INTO BUMPER!

Cheers!

Here are the pics:

null_x86 · 10-26-2009, 03:45 AM

not bad... so glad i dont have to have front plates

Krozzbow · 11-06-2009, 12:43 PM

The motorized bracket looks kinda cool, but I see further problems along the road with the motor and the spoiler by the bracket bouncing back against it. So instead I settle with the manual one. It was fast and easy to install. These bracket mostly fit any spoiler with a flat or oval surface even with the bevel tip spoiler nose of the 2010 Camaro. For those who like the presentably center look, I took a few step by step pics to help you if you decided to get the manual one. (Note: heavy plate cover need longer nuts and bolts for better securing )

kellyjrt · 11-06-2009, 01:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PnCRedJwl2SS

I live in Texas and just mounted my front bracket. I used an approach that is slightly different from the others posted here.
I kept the GM-provided mounting plate right side up. Seems to fit nice and snug. Looks great too!

Here are the steps I followed, and some pics:

1. Purchased some black 8" zip ties and some clear all-purpose vinyl tubing at my local auto parts store. The pics show the
dimensions of everything.

2. Drilled two holes in GM mounting plate near pre-drilled, deep-set holes (see pics for locations of new holes relative to pre-drilled holes).

3. Cut two sections of the all-purpose clear vinyl tubing about 3" long each.

4. Threaded one 8" zip tie through the one of the two holes I drilled (pointy end first, front-to-back). I did these one at a time.

5. Slipped one of the 3" vinyl tubing pieces onto the zip tie behind the mounting plate, then used fingers to thread the zip tie under
a horizontal grill strut, around a vertical grill strut, then back over the same horizontal grill strut and then from back-to-front through
the pre-drilled deep-set hole and zip the tie shut (but didn't tighten all the way yet--needed to leave some slack to do the other side).

6. Next, used fingers to position the clear tubing so it will protect the grill struts behind the plate after fully tightening.

7. Repeated for other hole that I drilled, except once I had both pieces of clear tubing exactly where I wanted them, I tightened both
zip ties down (I was careful to do this slowly so I could push the "knot" of each zip tie down into the deep-set holes).

8. Finally, checked to see that teh moutning plate was very snug, but not too tight against the nose of the car. Don't want any vibrations,
but also don't want to scratch the paint!

9. That's it! Pretty simple, cost under $10.00, and best of all...NO DRILLING INTO BUMPER!

Cheers!

Here are the pics:

Your the man, you might of just saved my marriage. MY wife said no drilling on her car. good stuff

Sevn86 · 11-06-2009, 01:46 PM

Great Idea...thanks for posting

chevyss · 11-06-2009, 03:02 PM

This is the plate mount I used. Works great. Have yet to be stopped, but just in case "gee officer, I just washed the car and I forgot to pull it back out".

PnCRedJwl2SS · 11-06-2009, 11:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kellyjrt

Your the man, you might of just saved my marriage. MY wife said no drilling on her car. good stuff

Glad I could help!

2010 SSRS · 11-07-2009, 12:00 AM

I wish I seen this before I spent $100.00 on my front license plate holder, I am very happy with the one I bought, but these ones on here look great to.

Camaro8810 · 07-26-2010, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZombieEatsYou

Here's how I installed my plate. No drilling needed on car or bracket.

Start by turning the bracket upside down and feed two 8" zip ties through the top pair of mounting holes. You can figure the rest by the series of pictures.

The final step is one more strap to link the first two you fed through the mount and a small strip of plastic tubing to cushion the bracket against the bottom fascia.

Thank you VERY much for sharing your method. Definitely the best & easy non-drill method I've seen. I'll be using your method for sure.

Cheers!

ZombieEatsYou · 07-27-2010, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Camaro8810

Thank you VERY much for sharing your method. Definitely the best & easy non-drill method I've seen. I'll be using your method for sure.

Cheers!

You're welcome. FYI you can also mount it right side up I discovered; ends up a little higher than my previous solution (see my avatar)

08-08-2009, 10:56 PM	#27
LS/V6 Drives: 1LT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Richmond-Texas Posts: 138	that actually looks pretty good. I got a written warning today for no front plate on my bros chally which was kinda funny but its cool tho, but that's not a bad idea tho. the only think is that i never got a front plate mount in or on my car __________________

08-10-2009, 04:01 PM	#29
'70 RS Drives: '69,'70,'10 camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Waverly,NE Posts: 195 View My Garage	plate easy to do and looks good Attached Images

08-12-2009, 10:36 PM	#30
DON_RAFA NY5THGEN Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT/RS/A6/SIM/IO Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: FAST LANE Posts: 854	RS Hey guys I saw this yesterday and decided to give it a go since I got stopped once already. I used zip ties and weather stripping... I noticed the bottom of my bumper was different from the ones pictured as the 1ss and 2ss have 3 lines going across and the ls, 1lt, 2lt has 1. Same technique just had to tweek it. So for the ls 1lt and 2lt guys this ones for you. weather stripping on the back where the frame contacts the bumper. zip zip side shot since "no tools" were required of course I over looked having a screwdriver so a penny had to do and here she goes... __________________ My Journal THE OFFICIAL NY THREAD NY5THGEN.COM Last edited by DON_RAFA; 08-14-2009 at 03:52 PM. Reason: correction.

08-13-2009, 05:00 AM	#31
ZombieEatsYou Drives: "Bmblbee" 2010 RY 2SS/RS. VIN 12043 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Waldorf, Maryland Posts: 1,273 View My Garage	Good work! I'm glad I resisted getting one of those $160 "hide-away" plate holders just to keep from drilling holes in the car. __________________

10-10-2009, 02:04 PM	#34
PnCRedJwl2SS Howdy! Pete here... Drives: 2SS/RS RJT/Sun Roof/Gray Seats Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Schertz, TX Posts: 828 View My Garage	Here's another inexpensive variation I live in Texas and just mounted my front bracket. I used an approach that is slightly different from the others posted here. I kept the GM-provided mounting plate right side up. Seems to fit nice and snug. Looks great too! Here are the steps I followed, and some pics: 1. Purchased some black 8" zip ties and some clear all-purpose vinyl tubing at my local auto parts store. The pics show the dimensions of everything. 2. Drilled two holes in GM mounting plate near pre-drilled, deep-set holes (see pics for locations of new holes relative to pre-drilled holes). 3. Cut two sections of the all-purpose clear vinyl tubing about 3" long each. 4. Threaded one 8" zip tie through the one of the two holes I drilled (pointy end first, front-to-back). I did these one at a time. 5. Slipped one of the 3" vinyl tubing pieces onto the zip tie behind the mounting plate, then used fingers to thread the zip tie under a horizontal grill strut, around a vertical grill strut, then back over the same horizontal grill strut and then from back-to-front through the pre-drilled deep-set hole and zip the tie shut (but didn't tighten all the way yet--needed to leave some slack to do the other side). 6. Next, used fingers to position the clear tubing so it will protect the grill struts behind the plate after fully tightening. 7. Repeated for other hole that I drilled, except once I had both pieces of clear tubing exactly where I wanted them, I tightened both zip ties down (I was careful to do this slowly so I could push the "knot" of each zip tie down into the deep-set holes). 8. Finally, checked to see that teh moutning plate was very snug, but not too tight against the nose of the car. Don't want any vibrations, but also don't want to scratch the paint! 9. That's it! Pretty simple, cost under $10.00, and best of all...NO DRILLING INTO BUMPER! Cheers! Here are the pics: Attached Images __________________ PnCRedJwl2SS 2SS / RS, L99 AT, RJT, Black w/Gray Interior, Power Sun Roof, & Polished Aluminum Wheels! ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ 1100, Preliminary order accepted 08-06-09 NMRJ0X 3800, Produced - Built 9-09-09 VIN A9144011 5000, Delivered to the dealer and home! 9-16-09 Last edited by PnCRedJwl2SS; 10-16-2009 at 09:29 AM.

08-23-2009, 03:55 PM	#32
d69chris Florida C5 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Vortech L99 IOM Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Tequesta, FL Posts: 2,626 View My Garage	How long have these options been used. Concerned about movement in the wind, doing the speed limit of course, and grinding on the grill or spoiler. Even the tubing can leave a mark over time. I guess to remove for show, you cut ties and restrap. Lets all keep going, it is becoming more reefined each day! I am going to go and stare at mine for a while, on the right track!

08-27-2009, 07:56 PM	#33
Jen2513 Drives: 2010 2LT & 07 Jeep Rubicon Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 12	Installed today.. on a 2LT - worked marvelously and NO HOLES! Thanks for posting.

10-26-2009, 03:45 AM	#35
null_x86 I'm baaaaaaaaaack Drives: 2003 Saturn Vue "Toy Car" Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Jacksonville, NC Posts: 247 View My Garage	not bad... so glad i dont have to have front plates __________________ www.bmblb.us 910-358-0964 Rally Yellow w/ Black Stripes 2SS/RS 6 Spd Manual - Someday... Perma-grin started 10-20-09 Future USAF 2nd Lt.

11-06-2009, 12:43 PM	#36
Krozzbow Drives: 2LT/BB 3.6 V6 6-M Jun'09 #A9100242 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: New York Posts: 548 View My Garage	Mounting a manual show and go license plate bracket in 15 minutes or less. The motorized bracket looks kinda cool, but I see further problems along the road with the motor and the spoiler by the bracket bouncing back against it. So instead I settle with the manual one. It was fast and easy to install. These bracket mostly fit any spoiler with a flat or oval surface even with the bevel tip spoiler nose of the 2010 Camaro. For those who like the presentably center look, I took a few step by step pics to help you if you decided to get the manual one. (Note: heavy plate cover need longer nuts and bolts for better securing ) Attached Images

11-06-2009, 03:02 PM	#39
chevyss SS/RS Drives: 2010 SS/RS IOM w/blk stripes A6 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Eastern Washington Posts: 816 View My Garage	This is the plate mount I used. Works great. Have yet to be stopped, but just in case "gee officer, I just washed the car and I forgot to pull it back out".

11-07-2009, 12:00 AM	#41
2010 SSRS R.I.P. jesserayjames Drives: 2010 IOM 2SSRS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Warwick,RI Posts: 111,822 View My Garage	I wish I seen this before I spent $100.00 on my front license plate holder, I am very happy with the one I bought, but these ones on here look great to. Last edited by 2010 SSRS; 11-07-2009 at 10:28 AM.