CalvinPomfret Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 Hey Everyone, Been thinking for a while about relocating my number plate from the stock plate holder, to somewhere else which is detachable (only for photos - it looks way cleaner). I’ve seen a few suggestions online: - Magnetic Plates - Relocating to a Tow-Bar Bracket Wondered if any of you have done these or have any other suggestions of where to place it? Pics would be a huge help 😬 Cheers, Calv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATTAK Z Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 One or two peeps have put a motorised plate on, but dont's forget it's not pretty behind the plate plinth on a 350Z ... not sure wht's behind the plinth on a 370. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTurismoEra Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 (edited) Two holes. Can fill and respray. You can try the bottom grey lip in the middle but youll need something to hold it in place or the motorised option. It does look off but at least can be retracted. Edited March 23, 2021 by GranTurismoEra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalvinPomfret Posted March 23, 2021 Author Share Posted March 23, 2021 2 hours ago, GranTurismoEra said: Two holes. Can fill and respray. You can try the bottom grey lip in the middle but youll need something to hold it in place or the motorised option. It does look off but at least can be retracted. Cheers bro, did think of that but the plate’s too thick to fit just on that lip... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTurismoEra Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 you mean too wide? you can get a narrow plate but if you have a private plate you can fit less letters into a plate like this https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Road-Legal-Front-Rear-4D-DOUBLE-6MM-Laser-Small-Short-16-Inch-Number-Plates/133378310183?hash=item1f0df78027:g:KgQAAOSwd5Feh3NP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverthorn Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 (edited) I've used Neodymium magnets to hold mine on which has seemingly worked well so far (12mm diameter, 3mm thick magnets on the plate and behind the bumper). If you do go down this route, make sure you cover the magnets on the plate with some form of felt to reduce the likelihood of any marks being made on the bumper. Edited March 24, 2021 by Silverthorn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalvinPomfret Posted March 24, 2021 Author Share Posted March 24, 2021 57 minutes ago, Silverthorn said: I've used Neodymium magnets to hold mine on which has seemingly worked well so far (12mm diameter, 3mm thick magnets on the plate and behind the bumper). If you do go down this route, make sure you cover the magnets on the plate with some form of felt to reduce the likelihood of any marks being made on the bumper. Nice one bro! Have you got any pictures of it on the bumper & where you’ve mounted the magnets behind the bumper? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverthorn Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 @CalvinPomfret This is the only photo I have of the backside of the bumper. The tape was only a temporary measure as i had previously superglued the magnets on but over time they began to fall off. I've since bonded them on with epoxy and have had no issues since. I also have a slightly smaller than usual import plate on the front as I found it fit the bumper better. A typical UK plate is 520mm x 111mm, whereas mine is 408mm x 87mm. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalvinPomfret Posted March 24, 2021 Author Share Posted March 24, 2021 23 minutes ago, Silverthorn said: @CalvinPomfret This is the only photo I have of the backside of the bumper. The tape was only a temporary measure as i had previously superglued the magnets on but over time they began to fall off. I've since bonded them on with epoxy and have had no issues since. I also have a slightly smaller than usual import plate on the front as I found it fit the bumper better. A typical UK plate is 520mm x 111mm, whereas mine is 408mm x 87mm. Legend for this bro - Z is looking clean as hell! Where’d you get the plate made up? This is defo the avenue I’m going to go down for plate fitment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverthorn Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 (edited) @CalvinPomfret I had the plate made by JDMPlates. They're a little bit pricey (I think i paid about £35 or so for just the front plate in their 3D Gel), but definitely worth it imo. It's the only place I've managed to find that offers Gel Resin plates in non-standard sizes. And cheers! Edited March 24, 2021 by Silverthorn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humpy Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Got velcro on mine, nice and easy to swap for shows ( Cannot take credit for this, previous owner ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalvinPomfret Posted March 25, 2021 Author Share Posted March 25, 2021 1 hour ago, Humpy said: Got velcro on mine, nice and easy to swap for shows ( Cannot take credit for this, previous owner ) Do you not have issues with it in crap weather? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTurismoEra Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 (edited) yeah the magnet option seems the best tbh. Might have to give that a go. Im gona try the velcro plates I already ordered in a few weeks. In what form did you buy the magnets. I saw neodymium bars, rings and different shapes on Ebay. They have 3mm discs on Ebay...How do you get those smaller pieces for better effect? Was it epoxy resin liquid you used? These ok? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/small-large-NEODYMIUM-MAGNETS-1mm-2mm-3mm-thick-Round-Rings-Cylinder-Discs/132012556278?hash=item1ebc8fbff6:g:IHsAAOSwDnldkLi5 https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=epoxy+resin+glue&_trksid=p2334524.m4084.l1311&_osacat=0&_odkw=epoxy+resin&_sacat=0 Edited March 25, 2021 by GranTurismoEra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humpy Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 10 hours ago, CalvinPomfret said: Do you not have issues with it in crap weather? None what so ever, very heavy duty velcro. Not sure how long Dave had it on for previously. I have had it for a under a year aswell so it definitely works for me 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverthorn Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 (edited) @GranTurismoEra I've used the Neodymium discs, 12mm diameter & 3mm thick. I have about 12 of these on the plate and the same on the backside of the bumper. And yes, Epoxy Resin to secure them. Edited March 25, 2021 by Silverthorn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loadmaster Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 On the subject of plates 'n' plinths, has anyone found or fitted Jap/US style number plate plinths - the sort where the registration is displayed double layer, per an imported vehicle? I've found just one option, but it's in the official Nismo catalogue at a ridiculous price! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTurismoEra Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 Thanks, hope this helps @CalvinPomfret I think id consider it in future. As long as the magnets are strong enough, that it needs some effort to take off then it should be good. One better than having velcro I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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