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pyroguy · 01-06-2018, 02:03 PM

For those of you who live in states with front license plates, what do you recommend for a bracket? I just had my front bumper cover redone and I HATE the idea of drilling into it. Are there any options that will work with a GM ground effects front splitter and not drill into the front bumper cover? I know of JacFab, but I cannot get any response from them on their webpage, on here, or through their dealers to answer if their bracket works with the GM splitter. The key is I do not want to not drill into the car if at all possible. Any suggestions?

imaSSnake · 01-06-2018, 02:09 PM

Mine had the factory Center Mount, so I took that off and just zip-tied it off to the side, I think it looks cool, and it definitely looks better than that monstrosity hanging off the front end. I did put two screws in the top but I'm sure you could figure out a way to do it without screws

NC_SS · 01-06-2018, 02:47 PM

I got zip ties lol

TheFlyingBananaSS · 01-06-2018, 02:54 PM

STO N SHO

ron123 · 01-06-2018, 03:26 PM

If I lived in a state requiring front plate ... I'd hold it up to front of car and let it tumble to ground. Then pick it up and leave it on dashboard; if got pulled over mention that the plate fell off and about to go home and install. Under penalty of death I would not think about drilling the bumper cover. Retractable hidden sounds good.

splashlog48 · 01-06-2018, 04:09 PM

I like the Jac-Fab bracket

JLSuperfly · 01-06-2018, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by splashlog48

I like the Jac-Fab bracket

Me too. It's a bit pricey but you get what you pay for. It is a quality piece.

splashlog48 · 01-06-2018, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by JLSuperfly

Me too. It's a bit pricey but you get what you pay for. It is a quality piece.

I haven't seen him pushing them lately But I think I paid around $60 during a Fourth of July sale back in 2011. I got the bent one and it's been Great !!

pyroguy · 01-06-2018, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by JLSuperfly

Me too. It's a bit pricey but you get what you pay for. It is a quality piece.

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Originally Posted by splashlog48

I like the Jac-Fab bracket

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Originally Posted by splashlog48

I haven't seen him pushing them lately But I think I paid around $60 during a Fourth of July sale back in 2011. I got the bent one and it's been Great !!

Do they will with the GM front splitter? I'd buy one right now if I knew it worked with the GM splitter.

pyroguy · 01-06-2018, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by TheFlyingBananaSS

STO N SHO

These are awesome, but require drilling. If I can avoid drilling I would prefer to.

Terryfied · 01-06-2018, 05:21 PM

... or just go without a front plate like many of us.

TheFlyingBananaSS · 01-06-2018, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by pyroguy

These are awesome, but require drilling. If I can avoid drilling I would prefer to.

The holes are on the bottom of the bumper. Nobody will ever see the bracket you mount there except your mechanic.

I've had a guy driving a C6 vette ask me about it when he saw me slide my front plate back on at the car wash.

This really is your best option. I researched it thoroughly before I bought it.

SS PANTHER · 01-06-2018, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by pyroguy

Do they will with the GM front splitter? I'd buy one right now if I knew it worked with the GM splitter.

At one time he offered one for cars with splitters. I have a JacFab bent to contour and like it. It also helps protect the front end when you ingress/egress inclines.

CamaroFred · 01-06-2018, 09:30 PM

The Jac-Fab will not work with the GFX splitter.

I don't know if the Show-N-Go will work or not, but I would be concerned about scraping it on a wheel stop if it does.

I bought a universal fit bracket and zip tied it to my lower grill while waiting for the Jac-Fab. It didn't look terrible.

01-06-2018, 02:03 PM	#1
pyroguy Started#gottalovethatblue Drives: ABM #831 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: TN Posts: 6,919 View My Garage	Front license plate bracket For those of you who live in states with front license plates, what do you recommend for a bracket? I just had my front bumper cover redone and I HATE the idea of drilling into it. Are there any options that will work with a GM ground effects front splitter and not drill into the front bumper cover? I know of JacFab, but I cannot get any response from them on their webpage, on here, or through their dealers to answer if their bracket works with the GM splitter. The key is I do not want to not drill into the car if at all possible. Any suggestions? __________________ '10 Camaro 2SS/RS \| Aqua Blue #831 of 3,903 \| Silver Stripes Check out my build thread

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imaSSnake 'Maro Drives: 2015 SS 6.2L Auto 2SS Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: US Posts: 867	Mine had the factory Center Mount, so I took that off and just zip-tied it off to the side, I think it looks cool, and it definitely looks better than that monstrosity hanging off the front end. I did put two screws in the top but I'm sure you could figure out a way to do it without screws __________________ 2015 SS 2SS Auto 93 SCT Perf, Kooks LTH & HFC MBRP Axleback Muffler Delete "Z/28" Spoiler and Grille OEM ZL1 wheels 285/305/35R20 BFG G-force Pro Comp 2

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01-06-2018, 03:26 PM	#5
ron123 Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,053	If I lived in a state requiring front plate ... I'd hold it up to front of car and let it tumble to ground. Then pick it up and leave it on dashboard; if got pulled over mention that the plate fell off and about to go home and install. Under penalty of death I would not think about drilling the bumper cover. Retractable hidden sounds good. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, Z28 CAI and High Wing Spoiler, ZL1 5.1:1 Ratio Short-Throw Shifter, ZL1 Pedals, ZL1 splash guards, NPP Dual-mode quad tip exhaust, Z28 strut tower brace, Camaro LED Cup-holders with footwell Lighting option, Leather visors, and Leather E-brake boot. Chevy dealer sponsored 67 retro SS nose stripe package.

01-06-2018, 04:09 PM	#6
splashlog48 Drives: 2011 Green SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: CleveBurbs Ohio Posts: 669	I like the Jac-Fab bracket __________________ Edelbrock EForce Blower, RDP custom grind cam with upgrades,Stainless Power Headers with HighFlow Cats, Stainless Power Retro catback, DSS halfshafts, CAI brand CAI, Tuned ON the Dyno by Steve at RDP. SLP rims,All vinyl stripes removed and painted on, custom hand painted pinstriping, Custom leather seats, Lloyds mats,windows tinted, Sparks emblems, Hurst Billit shifter, and too many small items to list. VDI Scissors doors.

01-06-2018, 05:21 PM	#11
Terryfied Drives: 2010 2SS L99 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Enumclaw, WA. Posts: 202 View My Garage	... or just go without a front plate like many of us.

01-06-2018, 09:30 PM	#14
CamaroFred Drives: Miss Con Ception Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 2,998	The Jac-Fab will not work with the GFX splitter. I don't know if the Show-N-Go will work or not, but I would be concerned about scraping it on a wheel stop if it does. I bought a universal fit bracket and zip tied it to my lower grill while waiting for the Jac-Fab. It didn't look terrible. Attached Images __________________ 2011 1SS/RS LS3 CGM