dynomite05

I wanted to share some pics of the Rho-plate tow hook license plate mount I just received. I have been pulled over 4 times in the past 2 weeks for no font plate and tints, so I figured I would at least take care of one of the two.

The mount is really easy to install with 15 different mounting points. I was able to find one that gave plenty of clearance and wouldn't touch the bumper. I have been thinking about using a CF plate frame, but wasn't sure. Let me know what you guys think. The pictures were taken before that car wash, it's not that dirty anymore.

dopeclk

I think that's pretty neat, how much did it cost? In California there really strict about plates and everytime I get pulled over they get me for tint too.

dynomite05

Thanks. They are really cracking down here. I haven't been bothered once in the past year. Fortunately I have a family member card so I don't get any tickets, it's just the hassle of being pulled over.

It costs about $70 shipped. Here is the link http://www.rhoplate.com/Products-MB.html.

2MCHCAR

IMO, I like the way it looks in the front, but not from the side profile (but it seems that you have no choice without drilling holes in the bumper). The brackets look sturdy enough, but I would like to see how it holds up at high speeds in Mexico (once the 32K goes in).

dynomite05

Everything look pretty solid, so I think it will hold up. Only PITA is that I had to take it off when I washed the car to reach that portion of the bumper. I agree about the side profile. I was thinking about painting the shaft black and covering the silver screws with some black license plate screw caps.


Anybody have an opinion on the plate frame? With or without?

Mka77

With a nice frame.

I got a ticket late last year for no front plate. 90.00. I had no "Family member card".

dr_npz

I like it in the middle more. In my opinion, it ruins the design of the front when mounted like this, but that's just me.

dynomite05

I agree, but it's the only alternative to drilling into the bumper.

dr_npz

Oh yes, i didn't notice, that you dont have holes there.

ahmadk

it looks good
but again... will it hold at high speeds ..u should try it next time u go to mexico

BABYBENZZZ

go to your local scrap yard, and take the tow hook, cut it off and make your own RHO HOLDER
lol

dynomite05

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EuroTra$H

I don't know about that set up.... kinda draws your eye off line... but it is a great idea for a temp tag solution. How often will you be driving with the plate on? I understand your not wanting to drill the bumper, but I don't think you will like walking up to you car everyday with the tag off center.

if I lived in a state where a front plate was required, I would either mount the frame permenantly or put on a euro plate frame and then 3m your NJ plate with carbon fiber frame to that, then if you wanted to run without plate or at a show you could have a nice custom Eurotag to put on.

just an idea...

Moedy

I agree I dont like it and if a front plate is a must where you're at then you might as well drill it. I know one of your reasons is because you want to put it in car shows but its no big deal to have two holes in the front.

how about this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1zIG...eature=related

dynomite05

I was thinking about the hideaway, but I will definitely be scraping it everywhere I go.

Clkboi

looks nice man i think i will get it. How has it held up so far on the highway?

dynomite05

It has been holding up great. Took it up to about 105 on the highway in mexico with no problems.

Clkboi

lol nice i will be ordering that soon

dynomite05

Post up some pics when you do. Looks like quite a few people are in the same boat. 1400+ views in 2 days.

BadDebt

I would just use this if i was going out and possibly drinking. I don't need a reason to get pulled over.

Benz8

i just got a euro license plate in the front i like the way it looks cost me bout 50 with a mercedes benz plate holder..

Clkboi

Well not having a front plate is a reason lol unless your state doesnt require it

dopeclk

Just got screwed for that today lol highway patrol pulled me over cause he thought I was driving with the windows down cause I had tint. Then walked around and got me for no plate. California has been really cracking down. I'm ordering this today.

Mka77

Kind of a chickens**t tactic. Pulled over for "possibly" having tint.

Guess Cali has to do these types of things to create revenue.

Trek1200

I have this same plate holder on my 1-Series and it held up just fine on the Jersey Turnpike. I wasn't on the limiter or anything, but was well above the prescribed rate of travel! I say get one!