License Plate Relocation
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License Plate Relocation
What do you guys think about Fords factory license plate holder blocking the turbo intercooler? Obviously, I am sure the engineers know what they are doing, however I don' like the factory look and took it upon myself to build a custom "Tow Hook" License Plate Holder. What do y'all think?
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My truck didn't come with a front bracket, and the dealer said they're required by law to provide me one (since front plates are required in my state).
But, I hate front plates, so when they gave me the new bracket I relocated it to a shelf in my garage. I've never been hassled about front plates. In fact, I was pulled over 2 days ago, and he did that say anything about it. Your mileage may vary, but I don't worry about it. If they ask, I'll say it didn't have one when I bought it. Hey, that's not a lie!
My truck didn't come with a front bracket, and the dealer said they're required by law to provide me one (since front plates are required in my state).
But, I hate front plates, so when they gave me the new bracket I relocated it to a shelf in my garage. I've never been hassled about front plates. In fact, I was pulled over 2 days ago, and he did that say anything about it. Your mileage may vary, but I don't worry about it. If they ask, I'll say it didn't have one when I bought it. Hey, that's not a lie!
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Ford had to keep the license plate away from the intercooler on the previous body style. I assume for cooling. They fixed that problem with the 2015 update.
Not sure I’m a fan of the new location, but if you like it then rock it.
I wish we could get rid of the front plate. Think of the cost savings. I also wonder of it messes up the aero around the front end. But I leave mine in place. A friend of mine is a LEO and likes to pull over cars w/o the front license plate since car thieves often remove it.
Not sure I’m a fan of the new location, but if you like it then rock it.
I wish we could get rid of the front plate. Think of the cost savings. I also wonder of it messes up the aero around the front end. But I leave mine in place. A friend of mine is a LEO and likes to pull over cars w/o the front license plate since car thieves often remove it.
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The relocation that jeepgod did above blocks the adaptive cruise control radar if you have that feature. The two radar units are located behind the two black plastic rectangles.
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I also bought a new lower grill/bumper pad assembly so I'd have a mint one with no holes drilled in it, just incase I need one someday.
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Yes I believe you are right, I don't have that feature. I went that side, since the block plug is driver side, will be mounting that up soon.
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What do you guys think about Fords factory license plate holder blocking the turbo intercooler? Obviously, I am sure the engineers know what they are doing, however I don' like the factory look and took it upon myself to build a custom "Tow Hook" License Plate Holder. What do y'all think?
https://photos.app.goo.gl/skpea9i9TFs0l8RU2
https://photos.app.goo.gl/EPeKuXjgvtmD2d1GA
https://photos.app.goo.gl/B4hzGOS8JlYDKEln2
https://photos.app.goo.gl/skpea9i9TFs0l8RU2
https://photos.app.goo.gl/EPeKuXjgvtmD2d1GA
https://photos.app.goo.gl/B4hzGOS8JlYDKEln2
I asked my dealer about that when I bought mine and they dropped shipped me a part that replaces one of the covers on the side at no charge. The new part was for holding the plate.
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