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babyjulie83 · 04-30-2009, 01:37 PM

Hi everybody. I live in Texas and we have to have the front license plate on the front.

I really, really do not want holes drilled into my front bumper but I also do not want to get tickets for not having it installed.

Does anyone know of another way to put the license plate on the front bumper that doesn't require damage to the front bumper? Surely there's a company out there that makes something we can use as an alternative.

Any ideas?

Bowtie Guy Z28 · 04-30-2009, 01:42 PM

You know it's the law here in Colorado as well and I've gotten one ticket while I was at a meter that was expired for not having a plate. Stupid meter maid! Anyways I haven't had one on my car since I bought it in Feb of 2003. I've seen plenty of cops and they just don't seem to mind. On my last truck I took it off and got one ticket while at a meter too. I'm not sure how Texas is but I'm okay with one or two $30 tickets every 6 years or so.

JSOC_MQ1 · 04-30-2009, 01:49 PM

See the following links on some ideas on the whole lic. plate issue.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=license+plate

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=license+plate

babyjulie83 · 04-30-2009, 01:53 PM

thanks.....think I probably spelled 'license' wrong when I typed it into the search thread. Whoops.

RobbRock · 04-30-2009, 02:01 PM

I just got this motorized from license plate frame for my camaro
http://www.swiftmotorsports.com/prod...4e9eb215c1b46e

rolnslo · 04-30-2009, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by RobbRock

I just got this motorized from license plate frame for my camaro
http://www.swiftmotorsports.com/prod...4e9eb215c1b46e

What? You didn't want the $60 do-it-yourself version? Just needs some kind of padding to keep the license plate from flapping against the body at freeway speeds.

At least we didn't get the license plate bracket molded into the bumper like this one....

nal · 04-30-2009, 04:35 PM

hi there,

unfortunately i live in a state that needs a front license plate

and im looking for a front license plate holder that retracts. any suggestions?

thanks

jstein · 04-30-2009, 04:37 PM

If you do a search you should find a few posts with link to companies that make these for Corvettes and other vehicles. I know holes still have to be drilled though so if you are trying to avoid that I don't even know myself.

camaropete · 05-01-2009, 10:14 AM

I got my prototype front plate mount. These aren't the best pictures, but I wanted to post them up so you can at least get some idea. The back plate will mount behind the lower grill and the clear rubber bushings will keep the front portion from crushing the plastic of the lower grill. I hope to have some pictures of it on a car soon.

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camaropete · 06-02-2009, 06:44 PM

Here is the prototype test fitted on the V6 and V8 both. Looks like some minor adjustments will be needed for the V6, but the V8 looks perfect. Stay tuned for more info...

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live2well · 06-02-2009, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by camaropete

Here is the prototype test fitted on the V6 and V8 both. Looks like some minor adjustments will be needed for the V6, but the V8 looks perfect. Stay tuned for more info...

Two shots of the V6

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Sweet!! How much?

LadyinBlue · 06-02-2009, 08:40 PM

Very nice indeed! Please let us know when you get the V6 perfected - thanks!

novajess1972 · 06-02-2009, 09:54 PM

Drilled holes or not....front license plates just suck on Camaros and Corvettes...

camaropete · 06-03-2009, 10:01 AM

So here is some ordering information. Feel free to contact Doug at dmctag@sympatico.ca. The bracket once complete will sell for $100.00 CAD shipping included (approx $15) or approximately $92.12 USD (based on today's exchange rate).

formulahawk · 06-10-2009, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nal

hi there,

unfortunately i live in a state that needs a front license plate

and I'm looking for a front license plate holder that retracts. any suggestions?

thanks

How about:

http://www.ninosport.com/Altec-Remot...category=21817

I cannot vouch for it, but its seems like an ideal solution.

Thanks,

Kelly

TeddyP25 · 06-10-2009, 02:46 PM

check this out also...................http://www.ninosport.com/Altec-Remot...e-Holder-400EU

Rocks RS · 06-10-2009, 03:07 PM

I saw a Vette with the plate attached to the passenger sun visor and the visor was down so it was showing.

Good idea.

tjd24 · 06-10-2009, 05:28 PM

Altec Show N Go manual version would mount at an angle given how steep the front bumper is - I know as my Service tech and I tried to figure it out today with one I ordered from Amazon. See other thread and pictures of another member who has it or something similar http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24244. I assume the automatic version would have similar issue.

I've emailed Altec seeking an alternative solution - they don't have one yet.

For now I am leaving the plate in my glove box along with the "We Owe" form for the Front License Plate GM frame...

I'd like to see more photos of the bracket camaropete showed and hopefully the final product is a bit more finished in the welding (unless you can't see it once mounted).

nasty2ss · 06-24-2009, 08:45 PM

How bout Nooooooo front plates ever on a camaro

Legend · 06-24-2009, 09:11 PM

I like the one CamaroPete did up but don't like the fact that so much of the cooling is blocked...and here in Texas, where everyday seems to be 100, I need all the cooling coming in the front as possible!

iwanttogofastNY · 06-24-2009, 09:38 PM

these new guys need to learn how to read a thread....i mean FOR REAL, "nal" you asked for something that was posted 2 spots above you

shevyman · 06-25-2009, 03:01 PM

well i know that the motorized one does not flap in the wind on the road. also i am selling them for 129.95 free shipping. i have told people about them but i have yet had time to install on my car havent had it long enough its been at shops for r&d on new products. but if interested let me know contact me at andrew@sightwaves.com. going to drop the car off this monday for fitting of the motorized plate so i should have pics up tuesday.

firstmate · 06-26-2009, 09:15 PM

I have seen a whole bunch of discussion but no one who has actually ordered/installed anything yet. I see Shevyman should have something up by Tuesday, so I will wait and review how it looks and works.

Shevyman, I would love to see pics and videos of it once you get it installed. If it all comes together as I hope, I will order one!!!

Thanks!!!

Austin Aggie · 06-26-2009, 11:28 PM

Julie,

In Texas, it is NOT a moving violation. So, if someone actually does write you a ticket (which is highly unlikely, but still possible) for NO FRONT PLATE, then the worst that will happen is you pay a fine. You don't get tick marks against your DL, and it doesn't go on your record because this isn't a hazardous (otherwise known as a moving) violation.

Just thought you should know.

Austin Aggie · 06-26-2009, 11:29 PM

Also, I haven't had a front plate on any of my vehicles since about 1994, and I've been pulled over zero times for it. This goes for trucks, SUVs, F-bodies, and Corvettes.

04-30-2009, 01:37 PM	#1
babyjulie83 driving! Thanks GM !!! Drives: 2SS Camaro in ABM!!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 348 View My Garage	front license plate alternative? Hi everybody. I live in Texas and we have to have the front license plate on the front. I really, really do not want holes drilled into my front bumper but I also do not want to get tickets for not having it installed. Does anyone know of another way to put the license plate on the front bumper that doesn't require damage to the front bumper? Surely there's a company out there that makes something we can use as an alternative. Any ideas? __________________ I finally settled on a name for her....."Bonnie" Everything is better in a Camaro.......puts a smile on my face everyday.....

04-30-2009, 01:42 PM	#2
Bowtie Guy Z28 Drives: 98' Z28 08 CC Z71 2010 SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 475	You know it's the law here in Colorado as well and I've gotten one ticket while I was at a meter that was expired for not having a plate. Stupid meter maid! Anyways I haven't had one on my car since I bought it in Feb of 2003. I've seen plenty of cops and they just don't seem to mind. On my last truck I took it off and got one ticket while at a meter too. I'm not sure how Texas is but I'm okay with one or two $30 tickets every 6 years or so. __________________ BBK Intake, 85 MM Power TB, Smooth Bellow, SLP Lid, K&N, SLP Panhard, Strut Tower Brace, Spec Stage 2+ Racing Clutch (Piece of CRAP), MSD Wires, Performance Exhaust 04/10/09 1100 04/14/09 2000 04/21/09 3000 05/21/09 3400 05/30/09 3800 VIN....14159 Colorado Members check out CCOTR.ORG

04-30-2009, 01:49 PM	#3
JSOC_MQ1 Drives: 2010 IBM 2SS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 116	The info is out there already See the following links on some ideas on the whole lic. plate issue. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=license+plate http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=license+plate

04-30-2009, 01:53 PM	#4
babyjulie83 driving! Thanks GM !!! Drives: 2SS Camaro in ABM!!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 348 View My Garage	thanks.....think I probably spelled 'license' wrong when I typed it into the search thread. Whoops. __________________ I finally settled on a name for her....."Bonnie" Everything is better in a Camaro.......puts a smile on my face everyday.....

04-30-2009, 04:35 PM	#7
nal Drives: 2010 camaro 1lt cgm Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: MO Posts: 67	retractable license plate holder hi there, unfortunately i live in a state that needs a front license plate and im looking for a front license plate holder that retracts. any suggestions? thanks

04-30-2009, 02:01 PM	#5
RobbRock Consultant Camino Real Drives: 2010 2SS Camaro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 286 View My Garage	I just got this motorized from license plate frame for my camaro http://www.swiftmotorsports.com/prod...4e9eb215c1b46e

04-30-2009, 04:37 PM	#8
jstein Drives: CGM 2LT RS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Deer Park, Texas Posts: 188	If you do a search you should find a few posts with link to companies that make these for Corvettes and other vehicles. I know holes still have to be drilled though so if you are trying to avoid that I don't even know myself.

05-01-2009, 10:14 AM	#9
camaropete Drives: 2010 Camaro SS RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 5,172 View My Garage	I got my prototype front plate mount. These aren't the best pictures, but I wanted to post them up so you can at least get some idea. The back plate will mount behind the lower grill and the clear rubber bushings will keep the front portion from crushing the plastic of the lower grill. I hope to have some pictures of it on a car soon. __________________

06-02-2009, 06:44 PM	#10
camaropete Drives: 2010 Camaro SS RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 5,172 View My Garage	Here is the prototype test fitted on the V6 and V8 both. Looks like some minor adjustments will be needed for the V6, but the V8 looks perfect. Stay tuned for more info... Two shots of the V6 Two shots of the V8

06-02-2009, 08:40 PM	#12
LadyinBlue Corsa/Pedders/Airaid etc. Drives: Merlin: 2LT/RS IBM V6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Dayton, Ohio Posts: 467	Very nice indeed! Please let us know when you get the V6 perfected - thanks!

06-02-2009, 09:54 PM	#13
novajess1972 Impatiently Waiting.... Drives: 2007 Nissan Titan Join Date: May 2009 Location: Houston/Humble Posts: 580	Drilled holes or not....front license plates just suck on Camaros and Corvettes... __________________ CANCELLED ORDERED: 1SS/CGM/MN6/BLACK RALLY STRIPES

06-03-2009, 10:01 AM	#14
camaropete Drives: 2010 Camaro SS RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 5,172 View My Garage	So here is some ordering information. Feel free to contact Doug at dmctag@sympatico.ca. The bracket once complete will sell for $100.00 CAD shipping included (approx $15) or approximately $92.12 USD (based on today's exchange rate).

06-10-2009, 02:46 PM	#16
TeddyP25 Drives: 2SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Fort Collins Posts: 344	check this out also...................http://www.ninosport.com/Altec-Remot...e-Holder-400EU __________________ 2SS/RS CGM/Blk ground effects sunroof MN6 ......Pfadt trailing arms, toe links, drop springs, sway bars, end links, engine mounts, dif bushings...ARH 1 7/8 catted LT's with ARH exhaust...ADM street CAI...Stillen drilled/slotted rotors...Hawk pads...G-stop brake lines... Focal speakers with JL Audio sub...JL audio sub/amp...Audio Integrations enclosure...custom bowties...RPI mats...hideaway front license plate...E-FORCE supercharger, 3.25 pulley, avg 9.5lbs boost...578 rwhp/595 lbtq...RMCR custom tune....TSW Vairano wheels, 20x8.5 and 20x10's.....more to come

06-10-2009, 03:07 PM	#17
Rocks RS Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT/RS Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Vienna Ohio Posts: 616 View My Garage	I saw a Vette with the plate attached to the passenger sun visor and the visor was down so it was showing. Good idea. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2LT / RS - Black w/IO interior & M6 Sporting MRT V1 and loving it!!!

06-10-2009, 05:28 PM	#18
tjd24 'till next time Oshawa !! Drives: 2010 2LT RS 2G1FC1EV4A9103434 Join Date: May 2009 Location: NW NJ Posts: 3,147 View My Garage	Altec Show N Go manual version would mount at an angle given how steep the front bumper is - I know as my Service tech and I tried to figure it out today with one I ordered from Amazon. See other thread and pictures of another member who has it or something similar http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24244. I assume the automatic version would have similar issue. I've emailed Altec seeking an alternative solution - they don't have one yet. For now I am leaving the plate in my glove box along with the "We Owe" form for the Front License Plate GM frame... I'd like to see more photos of the bracket camaropete showed and hopefully the final product is a bit more finished in the welding (unless you can't see it once mounted). __________________ http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/tjd24 *#3434 Born 4-15-2009, came home to visit GM Oshawa 8-20-2010 BBOMG*

06-24-2009, 08:45 PM	#19
nasty2ss Drives: 2010 camaro 2ss IOM Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: rochester ny Posts: 459	front plates How bout Nooooooo front plates ever on a camaro

06-24-2009, 09:11 PM	#20
Legend Hello! Drives: a stupid rental! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,512 View My Garage	I like the one CamaroPete did up but don't like the fact that so much of the cooling is blocked...and here in Texas, where everyday seems to be 100, I need all the cooling coming in the front as possible!

06-24-2009, 09:38 PM	#21
iwanttogofastNY Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS ABM Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Westchester County, NY Posts: 216 View My Garage	these new guys need to learn how to read a thread....i mean FOR REAL, "nal" you asked for something that was posted 2 spots above you __________________ 2SS/RS/M6 \| ABM \| White Stripes \| Black Int Mods: Stealth Bulbs, AAC LED bowtie, 20% Tints, Chuck COW Tune, Vararam Intake. Coming Soon: MGW shifter, 4:10 Gears, Headers, Exhaust

06-25-2009, 03:01 PM	#22
shevyman Drives: 2010 Camaro SS IOM Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: california Posts: 1,125 View My Garage	well i know that the motorized one does not flap in the wind on the road. also i am selling them for 129.95 free shipping. i have told people about them but i have yet had time to install on my car havent had it long enough its been at shops for r&d on new products. but if interested let me know contact me at andrew@sightwaves.com. going to drop the car off this monday for fitting of the motorized plate so i should have pics up tuesday.

06-26-2009, 09:15 PM	#23
firstmate Drives: 2010 Blk/Gry SS/RS M6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 397 View My Garage	I have seen a whole bunch of discussion but no one who has actually ordered/installed anything yet. I see Shevyman should have something up by Tuesday, so I will wait and review how it looks and works. Shevyman, I would love to see pics and videos of it once you get it installed. If it all comes together as I hope, I will order one!!! Thanks!!! __________________ Ordered 10-13-08 2SS/RS M6 BLK/GRY VIN #2386 Delivered 6-11-09 - Woo Hoo!!! Hey Houston locals-------- Join the H-Town Camaro Club www.H-TownCamaroClub.com

06-26-2009, 11:28 PM	#24
Austin Aggie Considering a Camaro Drives: Infiniti, Toyota Join Date: May 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 8	Julie, In Texas, it is NOT a moving violation. So, if someone actually does write you a ticket (which is highly unlikely, but still possible) for NO FRONT PLATE, then the worst that will happen is you pay a fine. You don't get tick marks against your DL, and it doesn't go on your record because this isn't a hazardous (otherwise known as a moving) violation. Just thought you should know.

06-26-2009, 11:29 PM	#25
Austin Aggie Considering a Camaro Drives: Infiniti, Toyota Join Date: May 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 8	Also, I haven't had a front plate on any of my vehicles since about 1994, and I've been pulled over zero times for it. This goes for trucks, SUVs, F-bodies, and Corvettes.

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