Which model did you ordered? The universal?This is the best I have on my phone right now, hope it helps!
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The Bandit vs Slipstream Bracket
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voip-ninja
Give me some sugar baby
This is the best I have on my phone right now, hope it helps!
This actually looks like a really good option, especially as it looks like removal and reinstallation of the plate is extremely easy with this setup.
Unfortunately it is backordered.
I have used this, but only to get out of a fixit ticket and then took it off
Just so people know, this one is just some screws. You actually drill into the black front plate that comes with the car and these screws then attach that holder to the grille of the vehicle. Worked great for me to get out of a $200 ticket but I was going to be taking it off the next day and preferred the $7 over the bandit
SammichLover
Banned
FYI my $5+shipping solution: https://www.amazon.com/Cruiser-Accessories-78410-Suction-Accessory/dp/B00032KBEA
I only put it on "as needed". Obviously it needs cleaning though, ug. Yeah, I've gotten a warning once when I didn't have it on. Right now it is just stowed in the trunk because my wrap is still settling. I've been told by someone else that uses them that it'll be fine used on PPF, that I had added overtop on the front bumper.
I think you can see in the picture that I warped the plate vertically to match the curve of the bumper. You do need to be careful not to mount it up too high or it'll interfere with the radar.
Alternatively I've been told you can get two sets, drill 6 holes into the factory mount, and use the suction cups to mount the factor plate holder. I much prefer this "floating overtop, matching the curve of the car" look, though. It isn't as good as not having it there at all but I find it close.
P.S. Yeah, that's "fancy" duct tape on the edge. I replaced the license protector on the rear with it, too. I liked the look on my OBM. I'll be changing that to some sort of satin/matt black trim not that I've wrapped.
I only put it on "as needed". Obviously it needs cleaning though, ug. Yeah, I've gotten a warning once when I didn't have it on. Right now it is just stowed in the trunk because my wrap is still settling. I've been told by someone else that uses them that it'll be fine used on PPF, that I had added overtop on the front bumper.
I think you can see in the picture that I warped the plate vertically to match the curve of the bumper. You do need to be careful not to mount it up too high or it'll interfere with the radar.
Alternatively I've been told you can get two sets, drill 6 holes into the factory mount, and use the suction cups to mount the factor plate holder. I much prefer this "floating overtop, matching the curve of the car" look, though. It isn't as good as not having it there at all but I find it close.
P.S. Yeah, that's "fancy" duct tape on the edge. I replaced the license protector on the rear with it, too. I liked the look on my OBM. I'll be changing that to some sort of satin/matt black trim not that I've wrapped.
jkoya
NA2 NSX
My Bandit bit the dust today....ppf installer said there was difficulty in removing the bolts, which caused the inner threaded sleeve to come out of one of the brackets. Tried to get the sleeve back in using Edd China's nut and bolt trick, which worked.....but now it doesn't tighten, because the inner sleeve starts to come out again - bolt just spins. Possibly not meant for repeated removal and installation ? Will be looking for another brand of bracket now.
voip-ninja
Give me some sugar baby
FYI, Craig has been backordered on the universal bracket now for quite some time. He emailed me last week indicating he thought they'd be in that week but still nada.
He mentioned that the 18-19 Mustang bracket is very similar to the universal bracket with the only difference being the mounting base shape so I'm wondering if anyone has tried that one.
He mentioned that the 18-19 Mustang bracket is very similar to the universal bracket with the only difference being the mounting base shape so I'm wondering if anyone has tried that one.
ICE_breaker
ICEbreakerTesla
Just ordered the Bandit - I had my car detailed with SunTek PPF and Ceramic Pro so the stock plate holder won’t stick very well... I looked at a few and this one seemed the easiest to install and keep clean. Once I receive and install I will post my thoughts on it.
I have PPF and ceramic. The 3m on the plate holder should stick. I had the bandit...one thing I didn’t like is how far out it stuck out. There was also an issue with the mounting hardware seizing up...but he has fixed that problem. I switched to the magnetic OttoSteer and like that one a lot more. My unused replacement bandit is just sitting on the shelf now lol.
Initially installed one of the holders that clips onto grill. Very well made, but clearly -- as someone already described -- any solid bump will not only crack the grill, but looks like the mounting bolts could be driven into the metal work. Personally think the one that came with the car looks better than any on this thread. Only no-plate looks better.
ICE_breaker
ICEbreakerTesla
I haven’t received it yet, but I like that I can clean behind it... we have some nasty salt/slush during the winter months... I typically park far away from other cars... so, hopefully the extra distance that the plate protrudes, won’t be an issue.
ICE_breaker
ICEbreakerTesla
ICE_breaker
ICEbreakerTesla
I’m very happy with mine. The only modification I did was purchase longer screws so I could add a smoked cover over my plate.
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