jb306y

I just got my "14 VETT" tags. I have the front bracket that folds away, but I haven't had a chance to put it on yet. Ohio must use fronts so I hope this foldaway will keep me from getting a ticket.. "Oh sorry officer, someone must have pushed it down, I'll put it right back up"...

redvert05

That's not a license bracket, it's an Aero Panel (wink, wink). See pg. 10-21 in the owner's manual.

Amazing how the pop-out "Corvette" panel is the exact size of a license plate and the back has guides, that when drilled out, are in the same position as plate mounting screws. Wonder how many hours were spent between the engineers and lawyers to make sure this was NOT a mounting bracket.

When will someone get stopped, with the officer pulling out the tape measure, and bust you for your front plate being too low? Will probably happen right here in OH.

AH1H

God, I hate it! It's totally bogus that we're required to have a plate on both the front AND rear of the car. That's Cali for you.


Plus, this looks like it inhibits airflow to the engine.

PARANORMAL

For those of us who are required to affix a front license plate, this installation is much better than stock and much, much better than that of my C6. Thank you for posting, this is the first thing I did today when I brought my car home from the dealer.

10-7 OD

Agreed, total CYA solution for all 50 states.

Rear plates usually have a minimum height standard, but rarely do front plates. Even in crazy liberal California, two plates are required but there is no minimum height requirement for the front. Goes without saying, but always refer to your state's vehicle code.

coupeguyz51

Any cop who pulls you over for a front plate that is too "low" is either:
1) using it as a pretext to establish "probable cause" to stop you, or
2) a major a..hole, or
3) both

10-7 OD

I'm in CA, where we don't have a front plate height requirement...so no PC for a traffic stop there. Lacking a front plate is good PC though, but you're right...I just use that when I need to...like when I want to see what's really going on with the vehicle occupants. We're not talking soccer Moms or new cars, we're talking gang bangers and parolees without a front plate. Even then, if everything checks out...no cite...leave the PC for the next guy! 10-8.

Buzzardz_vette

Guys, just to clarify, according to the GM Assembly Plant (I asked while on the VIP Tour during my Museum delivery), the Aero Panel (see figure 1 below) is used to increase the aerodynamics of the car for fuel consumption. It is not designed for use as license plate holder, hence the word Corvette on it. According to the Owner's Manual, you need to remove it if you are going to be driving aggressively or in hot weather to increase cooling to the engine (you also need to remove the license plate bracket as well, page 9-7).
Figure 1.



The license plate bracket actually wraps over the top of the bumper as shown in Figure 2 below. It is at a proper height and is also flat to comply with state laws (though some states do not care as noted in other replies).

Figure 2



All that said, you can use the Aero Panel for a license plate holder as so many are with some modification, it just wasn't designed for that use. I myself will use which ever one I can and still be legal, thought I would really like to use the Aero Panel. The authorities in my neck of Virgina do like to stop people for missing or improperly installed license plates (just ask my wife!!!).

Of course, I will probably see how long I can get away with no front plate before deciding on which one to use...

ldepalma

Not Correct! Upon taking off the "Corvette" panel, there is a circle and the line through it that means you must use the Corvette plate and not install it without it. Forget what the manual says. there are a number of items in there not correct.

indy 28

I added a urethane border (available at PepBoys) around my plate, then mounted it on the bracket without the "corvette" filler panel. To me, this is the best looking solution if you must have a front plate to be legal.

Zymurgy

Added link to this thread to the DIY, FAQ'S and TIPS sticky thread.

ersin

They are always looking for a pretext to establish PC. Most pull you over, mostly not to give you a ticket, but to find a reason to lock you up. I believe something like 25% of arrests come from traffic stops. An arrest certainly looks better than a ticket on their record. But if they have to settle for a ticket, so be it. But you'd be surprised at some of the laws they can lock you up for. It is a whole lot better for you to get a ticket than an arrest. Even if you're not guilty the arrest stays on your record. Very, very bad.

So, it's generally better not to give an LEO a reason to pull you over. But, this looks so much better than the "official" solution for a front plate. Hmmmmm.


Cheers.

BigJoe

I'm gonna have to do this soon. Thanks!

Second Vette

Did the same on my C7. I posted a link to the item on the Pep Boys Website on another Thread.

For the Ladies, they even have the Urethane Border in Pink.

rsvette12

"urethane border" great idea thanks a lot

Second Vette

You aren't drilling through the Cover that says CORVETTE. You drill through the back bracket. They even have little dimples that you use as a guide.

I used a sharp implement to make a small hole in the dimple to guide the drill bit.

You could remount the plastic CORVETTE vanity piece and you could never tell you used the Bracket to mount a Front Plate.

Second Vette

It works like a charm and it covers more of the License Plate than a regular License Plate Frame.

It contours when you bend the License Plate to fit the Aero Bracket and since it is soft material, there is no rattle.

Here is a picture of my car with the Front License Plate.
Haven't had a chance to crop the picture, but you get the idea.


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rsvette12

Very nice - thanks for posting ordered mine as there is not many pepboys in my area paid more for the shipping than the actual part - part was 4.99 - nice price

Rossi6998

Thrill6

What the hell are you doing that the cops are looking for PC to pull you over?

"Just because your paranoid doesn't mean that they're not out to get you."