GeordieSteve Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 I've just bought a new CWest N1 front bumper and also a Greddy 2 row intercooler. Obviously I don't want a chuffin huge square plate in the way blocking air flow to my FMIC so I've been looking at getting a sticker made to go on the bumper. I'm thinking of putting it where I've highlighted in the picture (bugger off I know it's crap quality but it's the best I can muster at short notice!). How legal would it be to do that? Would it be ok to do as long as I got the correct size lettering and spacing? http://www.thegeordieconnection.com/stevep/regplate.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hornet Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Stick on ones are not legal matey. I have one on mine with a veilside front end but I've had it made full size with std lettering. Also I stuck it on the nose below the bonnet line so its easy to read. My thought is that if they can read it easily they won't be bothered to pull you up for it. http://www.netpostbag.com/~hornet/Supra/car.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSteve Posted March 11, 2005 Author Share Posted March 11, 2005 Bugger! I really need something legal (15 points and could do without any more). It'll look terrible stick on somewhere else tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hornet Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 I know matey, I don't like mine where it is but dont really want to get pulled over, plus didnt want to block airflow to be FMIC Mine should look better when my CF bonnet eventually arrives.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra dan Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 you dont get points for the plate, just a £30 fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSteve Posted March 11, 2005 Author Share Posted March 11, 2005 I'm also broke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martynb Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 you dont get points for the plate, just a £30 fine I thought you got points if your plate was wrong but a fine if you simply didn't have a plate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cashpoint Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Nope just a £30 fine, experience talking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soop Dogg Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Who told you that stick on ones aren't legal? As I understand it, providing they have the white 'reflex reflective' material, and they are clearly displayed and meet the requirements of the size of plate, size of lettering and the measurement of the clear border of between the edge of the lettering and the edge of the plate itself, then the manner in which it is adhered to the vehicle is immaterial. You can even get the stick on plates with the iso or british standard or whatever it is these days printed in the corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lust2luv Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Bugger! I really need something legal (15 points and could do without any more). It'll look terrible stick on somewhere else tho 15 points? Aren't you banned already? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martynb Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 DVLA says they aren't legal - or at least they don't know of any which could meet the requirements Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSteve Posted March 11, 2005 Author Share Posted March 11, 2005 15 points over 2 licences Made to resit test after 11 then another 4 2 years ago. I'm a good boy now tho I think I'll speak to the law or the DVLA regarding the sticker. It would be MUCH better for me if I could do that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lust2luv Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 I think the stick-on plates aren't strictly legal, but so aren't probably 50% of all plates out there if you read all the DVLA fineprint. In reality, if it's full size, you'd have very, very little chance of being pulled purely for that I would have thought. If they're pulling you for something else and go over the car with a fine tooth comb, then I guess they may make an issue of it (although to be honest I doubt the average traffic cop would even know the legality of it). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hornet Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 As posted ^^^ DVLA site states they are not aware of any stick on ones that are legal... But as you can see from my Picture mine is full size and legal spec as from DVLA site, plus its very visable so shouldn't be an issue which is why I did it. (shame it looks odd though ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hy-Performance Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 I just dont have one on the front......it fell off on a speed bump Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dale B Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 I just dont have one on the front......it fell off on a speed bump Chris Thats just what Im planning to do...carry one in the car and should I be stopped say either it fell off or some kids pulled it off....and "Im gonner fix it on as soon as possible, orifice....errmmm Im mean officer". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sooper-supra Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 i did that had in front window and used an excuse like that didnt work tho told to replace it so i got a sticky one made up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSteve Posted March 11, 2005 Author Share Posted March 11, 2005 Could I just get a normal number plate and fix it to the same area with some sort of adhesive? Would that make the filth... I mean gentlefolk of the law... a little happier? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MONKEYmark Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 i have a stuck on one on top secret bumper, it looks crap. on stock bumper i cut plate holder down and got a small plate fitted, never got stopped for it. just have to make sure you dont give them a reason to pull you over or p*ss them off. you could avoid low areas and avoid speed bumps or multi story car parks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSteve Posted March 11, 2005 Author Share Posted March 11, 2005 My area is FULL of speed bumps so doomed there. Police in my area are pretty cool tho. They get to know your face and what your driving. If you arse about they'll have you constantly... treat them with some respect they do the same to you. My mate parks his Skyline in a rough area up here every week and the police take it in shifts to go up and check it's ok (they said "we'd rather make sure it was safe than have to chase it if it's stolen). Still... I'm 23 and look 12, tattooed skin head, have 15 points and drive a modded Supra. I'm asking to be pulled really! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chase Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Could do with a spring loaded hinge. Stick a normal plate on in front of the FMIC which gets pushed over by the airflow when you get above 50-60mph, then comes back up when you slow down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Could do with a spring loaded hinge. Stick a normal plate on in front of the FMIC which gets pushed over by the airflow when you get above 50-60mph, then comes back up when you slow down. Sounds like a good idea! Or maybe a switch that allows you to flip the plate up and out of the way of the FMIC for higher speed runs? When I get my car back from Dudes I'm not planning on having any front plate at all... doubt it'll be long before I get kindly asked to fit one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 I work at a display company that cuts its own exhibition graphics including digital and vinyl (pluss reflective) material. When the car was imported it had its own vinyl reg plate on the bumper so I cut a nice new one with my personal reg number and havn't had any problems with the police ...... so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bens747 Posted March 12, 2005 Share Posted March 12, 2005 Check out the pics of my car ... I get away with it. Been seen by the police many times ...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSteve Posted March 21, 2005 Author Share Posted March 21, 2005 Ok the bumpers on. Anyone got an idea where I can LEGALLY fit the number plate? http://www.thegeordieconnection.com/stevep/supra/done.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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