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Old 06-15-2010, 11:02 AM   #250 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by DarkPath View Post
I know you are asking about machined parts, but wonder if you can do sheet metal or CRES (chrome reinforced steel) either
material powder coated black to redo the OEM License plate bracket - I hate the way a portion of the OEM bracket travels
up above the mount point and has the possibility of chattering against the fascia. I know its a rough drawing - but talking
about something like this. I started thinking about the suggestion cause I am not really feeling the Stillen off-center tow bolt
mounted version. I like the idea that its tow bolt mounted, just not the fact that it's off center. It takes away from the lines
of the Z that are otherwise so clean and symmetrical. Another variation is a drilled tow bolt mount that allows for an L bracket
that pushes the plate to a more centered location that still covers the mount. Just a suggestion.

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Bracket -standard plate width - mount area 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep... Larger holes allow for mount screws to pass thru the front of the
bracket... the other 4 holes allow for license plate mounting.

I can look into the design when I have a chance. If I know of a shop around here I can ask for a quick quote. Or if you know of one, you can also do the same around your area. But I think it'd be best to make one out of a solid piece instead of a sheet metal. I would most likely eliminate the bottom 2 bolt holes anyways because it's not really helping the license too much structurally. It should reduce the part size dramatically.
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