Front License Plate Mount that looks good and high quality?

[Mofo]

Yes, they did for me. Just verify during delivery in case they forget

Took delivery 6/26. They verified that I didn’t want the plate mounted. I told them I intended to use the tow hook mount. They did not provide me with the factory holder.

Which is better, the BrainExploder or BuiltRight Industries mount?

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[godfodder0901]

Took delivery 6/26. They verified that I didn’t want the plate mounted. I told them I intended to use the tow hook mount. They did not provide me with the factory holder.

Which is better, the BrainExploder or BuiltRight Industries mount?

BuiltRight. No question.

 

[TXR1S]

Took delivery 6/26. They verified that I didn’t want the plate mounted. I told them I intended to use the tow hook mount. They did not provide me with the factory holder.

Which is better, the BrainExploder or BuiltRight Industries mount?

I tried for days to get BuiltRight to be positioned correctly in an attempt to replace my brain exploder. Never could get it. I think there is some variation in vehicles and the sensors, that make the BuiltRight mount not workable on some vehicles.

 

[godfodder0901]

I tried for days to get BuiltRight to be positioned correctly in an attempt to replace my brain exploder. Never could get it. I think there is some variation in vehicles and the sensors, that make the BuiltRight mount not workable on some vehicles.

The key is to slightly bend in the inner and outer edges of the plate.

 

[mrproduxn]

Not sure what the factory front bracket spacing is. I am a hobbyist and had made hundreds of front brackets for various makes and models. Mine are industrial grade and unique. I specialize in hidden front brackets. With mine you only see the exposed license plate yet is it fully protected by a machined lightweight and strong grade 6061 aluminum bracket. They do mount to the bumper with stainless sheet metal screws. They are $33 shipped and so include stainless fasteners for the bracket and the license plate as well as rubber isolators to prevent paint damage to painted bumpers. Large are tongue and groove fitted machined assemblies. Unfortunately I have not yet made an option to prevent 2 holes in the bumper. Can anyone tell me what the oem mounting screw spacing is. My full size currently have either 10 inch or 10-1/4 inch spacing. I also have a small version that offers 7 inch and 10-1/4 inch spacing. The small version is $23 but does leave the lower half of license plates exposed to bending from automatic carwashes.

 

[Friscorays]

Kind of going around in circles, but I like the Snapplate one: prefer center look without need to drill holes in bumper cover.

 

[Kacey3]

BuiltRight. No question.

This is the correct answer. It's taken me a couple of tweaks to get it out of view of the front sensors, but once it's in the right spot, it's golden.

 

[madgrey]

Which is better, the BrainExploder or BuiltRight Industries mount?

BuiltRight. No question.

I'm not convinced. And bending the plate really isn't a good solution for me.

The BrainExploder just worked. And did flawlessly for months. I recently switched to the BuiltRight to get something more solid feeling but it's been nothing but drama with the sensors.

The BrainExploder uses the fat OE frame that presents a larger target than the plate alone. For the BuiltRight, I used ONLY the plate for the smallest possible obstruction. However, it can't be mounted as far to the outside as the BrainExploder, but still somehow triggers the outside sensor! After quite a bit of trial and error, I got it centered. Based on messing around, the window seems to be +/- a couple of mm. It works fine now... until it gets into the high 80s (F). Then, I get random sensor triggers.

As I was writing this up I think I figured out why the BrainExploder has more margin side-to-side: It mounts about 5mm closer to the bumper than the BuiltRight.

One solution might be to mount the BuiltRight mount plate "flipped over" (license mount tabs pointing in). But... you might need longer screws and probably stand-offs to clear the tow hook hardare. Maybe this would get the plate a bit closer.

BrainExploder: Far easier to install and it just works, but is not as solid (which may not matter).
BuiltRight: Very solid mount but lots of fiddling around and you will probably end up bending your plate like so many others have.

 

[redantpile]

For those that have or will use the Rivian provided front mount. Here is what this mount looks like. It's not very visible from the camera view. Hopefully Texas will pass the no front plate law soon, but until then ... Got this from Amazon. I bought the second link that is a silicone one for the rear. I like it and might try adding it to the front, but it will make a larger image that the camera might catch.



https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B9XY1FBR?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CV5PLFM?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

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[Gamma rays]

I think the Brainexploder is $85 and the Built Right is $75 if I remember correctly.

May be pricing has changed recently? I see BrainExploder for $55 and Built Right for $79. I like reports of BrainExploder being "easier" to install (less issues with obstructing sensors/cameras). Plus, it's cheaper. Are there better options at similar cost?

GR

 

[Zoidz]

I'm going with the brilliant $12 solution from @boardthatpowder and @godfodder0901 which uses the OEM Rivian from plate frame and aftermarket aluminum motorcycle clamps found here:

https://www.rivianforums.com/forum/...nse-plate-mount-for-tow-hook.5241/post-180937

I did the same. Quick and easy. I drilled holes in the OEM frame to secure it to the bracket.

 

[godfodder0901]

May be pricing has changed recently? I see BrainExploder for $55 and Built Right for $79. I like reports of BrainExploder being "easier" to install (less issues with obstructing sensors/cameras). Plus, it's cheaper. Are there better options at similar cost?

GR

They definitely could have changed. The only way to get significant cost savings is to go the DIY method.

 

[oskeei]

May be pricing has changed recently? I see BrainExploder for $55 and Built Right for $79. I like reports of BrainExploder being "easier" to install (less issues with obstructing sensors/cameras). Plus, it's cheaper. Are there better options at similar cost?

GR

I installed the Bultright, ended up having to curve my plates at each end. Also had quality issue with one of the bolts having bad threading. Had bad customer experience and plate is currently only mounted with three screws. One day I'll remember to just buy an extra screw from a hardware store that will work. Not sure it is worth $80.

 

[kemxns]

Has anyone here tried any of the plastic frames (OEM, Amazon, whatever) and simply *taping* the assembly to the front of the vehicle? I treat VHB style adhesives as "permanent for as long as I want them to be" where the way to remove them is careful heat to soften-then-remove (hair dryer or careful heat gun).

I'm in SoCal, so I need to prepare for a fair amount of heat.

Im trying to replace my BuiltRight. I've had the usual drama trying to get it aligned, I've decided it's a failure, and I'm returning mine. I also had QC issues with rusting bolts. With those two problems said, I've had an excellent customer service experience and give the company a perfect rating (would gladly do biz with them again). Unfortunately, I just can't use this product.

 

[Sevn86]

I went with the builtright mount on mine.

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