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Aug 15, 2017 | 05:47 PM

Evad1967

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C5 license frame

Does anyone know where I can get an aftermarket license frame that fits? All the after market frames are 12" and on a C5 its 13". There is a gap all the way around the frame with the smaller one. Thanks.

Aug 15, 2017 | 06:15 PM

bc6152

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Hmmm. I just ordered a new frame and didn't even think about the size. Thought it would fit perfectly. Now not so sure...

Aug 15, 2017 | 07:11 PM

03WhiteConv

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Front or back?

Aug 15, 2017 | 07:27 PM

Evad1967

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Front or back?

Back

Aug 15, 2017 | 07:40 PM

bc6152

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Back for me too. No front plate in Pennsylvania...

Aug 15, 2017 | 07:55 PM

Evad1967

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Hmmm. I just ordered a new frame and didn't even think about the size. Thought it would fit perfectly. Now not so sure...

I bought one from autozone and took it back because there was a gap between the reverse lights. I also bought one online, a Supposedly GM one and there was a gap on that one too.

Aug 15, 2017 | 08:13 PM

CJ1957

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Pricey

If you're willing to pay $57, here's the oem part:

Amazon

Aug 15, 2017 | 08:29 PM

Evad1967

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If you're willing to pay $57, here's the oem part: https://www.amazon.com/Premier-Quali...se+plate+frame

Thanks but,
I've seen those, I would like something with higher quality than plastic. That's why I need a different one, the plastic tabs broke off my original. I would pay that if it were carbon fiber and it fit right.

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Aug 15, 2017 | 08:47 PM

Evad1967

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Corvette Tax at its finest!!!!!!!

But once you see who is sourcing it, you understand...........

Corvette tax...... That's so true!

Aug 15, 2017 | 09:00 PM

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made my own !!!

Aug 15, 2017 | 09:30 PM

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Evad1967

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made my own !!!

That looks great! Good job.

Aug 15, 2017 | 09:34 PM

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Not sure who you have checked with, but maybe some of the big vendors like Mid-America, Ecklers, West Coast Corvettes, etc. would have something.

Aug 15, 2017 | 10:29 PM

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Most Corvette owners don't like the one I have for my rear plate, but it fits tight, with no gaps, and I happen to like it.

Bob.

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Aug 16, 2017 | 02:59 AM

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Almost every aftermarket one will have gaps between the lights and the frame. I've never seen one not that way. I have the original one but painted it body color. I think it's the best option unless you can make one like pounder did. That chrome one is a decent choice also if chrome is one of your choices.

Aug 16, 2017 | 07:00 AM

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Most Corvette owners don't like the one I have for my rear plate, but it fits tight, with no gaps, and I happen to like it.

Bob.

Goes perfectly with those tail light louvers...........

Shakey

Aug 16, 2017 | 07:06 AM

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made my own !!!

Not legal in Florida....can't cover the license plate b/c when the photo cameras snap pic, its a blur. Really nice job...

Aug 16, 2017 | 01:38 PM

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03WhiteConv

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 8VETTE7

Corvette Tax at its finest!!!!!!!

But once you see who is sourcing it, you understand...........

It's so crazy that anyone would pay $57 for a plastic frame but if you look at others, even our best forum vendors, that price is a steal.

Looked at some others that ranged from $70-90 new. You can find it on the auction site for $25.

I never even knew that this part existed, I just have the plate on there all naked. Now I want one of these too...

Aug 16, 2017 | 01:49 PM

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I purchased my OEM snap fit cover over 10 yrs ago, still holding up.
If i recall I found it eBay for around $40.00

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Aug 16, 2017 | 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Pounder

made my own !!!

That does look pretty nice, but would definitely be illegal here as well (most places I'd guess don't allow anything that makes it more difficult to see the plate).
I'm gonna make my own, just haven't decided whether to cut around the bottom tabs, or sit over them.

Aug 16, 2017 | 04:10 PM

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[QUOTE=grantv;1595375433]That does look pretty nice, but would definitely be illegal here as well (most places I'd guess don't allow anything that makes it more difficult to see the plate).
I'm gonna make my own, just haven't decided whether to cut around the bottom tabs, or sit over them.

I asked a State Cop in Mi., he said no issue with it, he said most times a plate is covered in snow or mud !!!!!! Been followed here in OK, not pulled over ??? I could always take off the tinted cover ???

I used weather strip around back up lights, didn't like the way it looked so took bulbs out (Oh No not legal !!)(have back up camera) Black Acrylic is cheap !!!!

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