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In addition to clear covers deteriorating over time (brown/milky, etc) the area between the cover and plate itself, may hold moisture and/or dirt-buildup that, over time, can obscure (or blur) all or part of the numbers. Plus there's the whole matter of automatic plate-reader cameras that more and more agencies are beginning to use on toll roads, red light cameras at intersections, speed detection cameras, etc, all of which require the ability to "see" the plates, both front and rear. Any sort of cover also has the potential to distort, or create "glare" from a camera flash if viewed from an angle.The whole matter of license plates and/or "covers" has gotten a lot more attention over the recent years.
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The problem with clear plastic license plate covers is that they turn "milky" after extended exposure to the elements. There's a guy in our neighborhood who has one on the front of his car that's so discolored you can't read the plate. You're probably right about it being better than no front plate at all.
I also covered the front of the plate with 3M Clear Bra.
Hopefully it will last a while before turning milky.
Its easy to make another one if I have to though.
Its not expensive either.
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That said, I'm not sure blocking the air intake is really an issue. Even with the TS front fascia, most of the air is still getting pulled from underneath: there's a lot of solid metal behind that "intake".
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I hate the thought of "having" to run a front plate. Thinking I may just go without and take it as it comes. In MN we cant have window tint beyond a certain level as well. Most black cars from out of state here have pretty good tint on them. I doubt Ill be removing that either. Im guessing they can simply ticket and fine me but not much more. Sweet rides and ideas from all of you. For now tho I have to settle for going out to read to her from the Mid America catalog while I plan future steps....LOL
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I use the Show n go remote controlled plate holder. Been using it for a few years now with no problems . Install was simple. When at cruise night /car shows I re-track plate out of view and raise up plate when driving.
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