License plate security screws?

[PoitNarf]

My mom had her front license plate stolen off of her car several years ago. Ever since then I’ve always used security screws to affix the license plates to my cars. Has anyone done this with their Model 3? If so what size screws fit properly?

 

[Cashless Clay]

Been looking for the same thing after my back custom plate was ripped off. Finally found some called the Plate Keeper on Amazon (PN 400902). They had a kit just for Tesla vehicles. Worked perfectly.

 

[PoitNarf]

I ended up getting this security screw kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RM6P9B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6VSoBbKSX8R9Y

Unfortunately it is no longer available on Amazon. I went with this kit because it uses the two hole security screw style which is still a bit rare and therefore less likely someone looking to swipe your plate will have the correct bit to remove it.

 

[P85_DA]

I use same kit but need tesla one..amazon doesn’t have. License plate security screws

 

[MarkBrokeIt]

I ended up getting this security screw kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RM6P9B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6VSoBbKSX8R9Y

Unfortunately it is no longer available on Amazon. I went with this kit because it uses the two hole security screw style which is still a bit rare and therefore less likely someone looking to swipe your plate will have the correct bit to remove it.

Looks like they sell several other kits, but with a smaller number of fasteners. Which size/type ended up working for the M3?

 

[chronopc]

Wow people steal license plates now? This is why I don't want to use the Aero covers. I would love to have the extra 10% but I know some jerk is going to steal them.

 

[Cashless Clay]

I use same kit but need tesla one..amazon doesn’t have. License plate security screws

Oops, my bad. I checked my receipt and actually got them from www.trucksecurity.com as they had the Tesla kit. Scroll to the bottom of this page License plate security screws

 

[MarkBrokeIt]

I ended up getting this security screw kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RM6P9B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6VSoBbKSX8R9Y

FYI - back in stock @ Amazon (11 left). Would still love to know which size you used so I could get the cheaper kit

 

[Rupesh047]

The Truck Security site says that the size is #10 x 3/4" Sheet metal screw. I'm going to local hardware store to get it and try. I may also get those little chrome screw covers from amazon or just paint the screws the plate color.

 

[Chiwahwah]

Rupe...did you ever determine the size of the screws? Are they #10?

 

[Chiwahwah]

Cashless Clay....did the screws you purchased from trucksecurity.com fit into the supplied OEM plastic grommets (rear plate)?

 

[Cashless Clay]

Yes, they fit fine. We are a rear plate only state, so used all 4 with the kit on the back. I think the same company now offers them under the name Tesla Plate Keeper on Amazon. They also have one with extra screws for transponders on the front.
Here they are:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G6V45QT
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H43CKX6?ref_=ag_dp_usw2_LLowI

 

[Chiwahwah]

Just called trucksecurity.com.

He said that they are #10 screws and the link above posted by Cashless Clay is their product as well.

Thanks for the good info guys!

 

[lk229]

In case it helps anyone, I believe these are the equivalent parts to those in the security plate mounting kit with links to Home Depot. I've just placed my order. They're not in stock at my local store, but should be ready for pickup in less than a week. Even though Tesla only provides 2 screws for the original mounting, I ordered two of the 2 packs of screws so the plate doesn't rattle when I close the trunk. Still a bargain.

Everbilt #10 x 3/4 in. Stainless-Steel Pan-Head Spanner Sheet Metal Screws (2-Pack) 83¢
Crown Bolt #10 Steel Spanner Drive Insert Bit $2.57

 

[adhoc]

I found the #10 x 3/4" too long,
barely bottoming out and pushing
the plastic receptacles out of keepers..

I used these, mainly because they are
stainless steel, and the torx is a lil less
common than a phillips head?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SBYYRII/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[lk229]

Good call Dave. Turned out that Home Depot backordered the items I ordered with no ETA. I ended up buying the same screws you used but locally at Home Depot. It cost me 93¢ per pack of 2 screws. So if you don't need a pack of 25, its a good deal. I also already had the security torx bit needed for these.

Crown Bolt #10 x 1/2 in. Stainless Button Head Torx Sheet Metal Screw (2-Pack)-51428 - The Home Depot

The 1/2" screws replaced the Tesla provided ones perfectly.

 

[MrMannilow]

Thanks for this. The kit I had from AutoZone were way too big.