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Old Jun 23, 2005 | 07:17 AM
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I would like to get a count (this isnt signing up) of who is interested in purchasing a front license plate frame that uses your tow hook similar to the stillen design but for much less.

I started a fabrication business long ago but was completely blineded about designing and manufacturing one of these. I will have first production pieces in under 2 weeks.

With the kit comes the 1) threaded rod, 2) license plate backing, 3) black frame (changeable at your will), and a 4) single screw binding the backing plate to the rod. (It threads right through)

By popping off your tow hook bumper entry point and installing this takes all of 2 minutes with just a screw driver.

Material of the rod is brass for 2 reasons. One is its strength properties over cheap aluminum. Secondly, it machines well.
*Though aluminum machines much more easily, depending on grade, it can also warp easily due to machining.
This said, the rod will thread perfectly every time.

All pieces will be quality inspected before shipment. If any unit arrives damaged, or does not fit (which I guarantee will not happen) I will take full responsibility and either replace or refund your money (your choice)(30 day)

Units are going for $40 dollars plus $5(MAX) may be less depending on area for shipping/handling.

I am doing this professionally, so leave any worrying to me.

So please, all those who are interested, state so here so I can just get a general headcount. Again, this isnt signing your name up for one, so I wont hold you to it


Thanks!

**This fits 03 & 04 350z as well.
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Old Jun 23, 2005 | 08:57 AM
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There is already a patented design that utilizes this method. It's called the Zee-bracket. Available from Performance Nissan (or Courtesy, I can't remember which). Not poopin' on your thread, just thinkin' that may be a cheaper way to go.
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Old Jun 29, 2005 | 05:13 PM
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If the price is right i'm in. I just moved back here from Tx and they aren't very strict on the fromt plate there. I hate the thought of putting holes in the front bumper for a the stock license plate holder. Keep us informed.
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Old Jun 29, 2005 | 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by kcobean
There is already a patented design that utilizes this method. It's called the Zee-bracket. Available from Performance Nissan (or Courtesy, I can't remember which). Not poopin' on your thread, just thinkin' that may be a cheaper way to go.
He's talkin about a stillen replica not the zee-bracket. The zee-bracket mounts by puttin holes in your black grill not your bumper, the stillen mounts by the tow hook.

Sounds like a great idea, unfortunately I have the zee-bracket already though.
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Old Jun 29, 2005 | 05:56 PM
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Originally Posted by 21112
He's talkin about a stillen replica not the zee-bracket. The zee-bracket mounts by puttin holes in your black grill not your bumper, the stillen mounts by the tow hook.

Sounds like a great idea, unfortunately I have the zee-bracket already though.
whoops....You're right. My bad. Do you know what the cost of the stillen version is?
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Old Jun 29, 2005 | 11:06 PM
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Yup, there's already a product out there for $40 so you'll have to try and do better.
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Old Jun 30, 2005 | 03:47 AM
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zip ties for me oh yeah lol
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Old Jun 30, 2005 | 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by 350ed
Yup, there's already a product out there for $40 so you'll have to try and do better.
We will definitely beat stillen.
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Old Jun 30, 2005 | 11:56 AM
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Go to Home Depot grab a bolt that fits in the tow hook ...drill a big *** hole in the liscence plate and there ya go ..
pay 1.09 for the bolt and pay me 50.00 for the idea.
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Old Jul 1, 2005 | 05:22 AM
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Originally Posted by valdeztke
Go to Home Depot grab a bolt that fits in the tow hook ...drill a big *** hole in the liscence plate and there ya go ..
pay 1.09 for the bolt and pay me 50.00 for the idea.
Juan if you find a bolt that will fit in the tow hook from Home Depot. I will buy you Chipotle....
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Old Jul 18, 2005 | 06:45 PM
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I found the right size bolt at Pep Boys....

https://my350z.com/forum/exterior-and-interior/48081-front-license-plate-holder.html

Sorry, all the pics have expired. If interested I'll post them again.
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