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      01-14-2019, 08:37 PM   #1
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Front License Plate Bracket

Does anyone have experience with this company or product? I looked at the tow hook option from Cravenspeed and did not like where it was positioned.

https://www.slybrackets.com/store/#!...372/category=0

No front license plate is a $75 fine where I will live and aggressively ticketed in some areas.
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looks promising
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Does anyone have experience with this company or product? I looked at the tow hook option from Cravenspeed and did not like where it was positioned.

https://www.slybrackets.com/store/#!...372/category=0

No front license plate is a $75 fine where I will live and aggressively ticketed in some areas.
Anymore pics ? How does it mount ?
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I'm not sure if this will fit the MSport front bumper. The mesh portion between the outer air duct and the radar sensor unit is about 9.5" wide. License plates are about 12" wide. The depth from the mesh grille to be flush with the outer bumper is about 1.5" deep. I think the only way to know if this would work would be to purchase one and try it. If anyone here is heading in that direction, there are probably many of us interested in hearing the outcome!
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I'm not sure if this will fit the MSport front bumper. The mesh portion between the outer air duct and the radar sensor unit is about 9.5" wide. License plates are about 12" wide. The depth from the mesh grille to be flush with the outer bumper is about 1.5" deep. I think the only way to know if this would work would be to purchase one and try it. If anyone here is heading in that direction, there are probably many of us interested in hearing the outcome!
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Waiting for US Mill Works to create one for the G05. Their quick release mechanism is the best.
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      01-15-2019, 02:25 PM   #7
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Waiting for US Mill Works to create one for the G05. Their quick release mechanism is the best.
these guys dont reply to my emails, so not even sure if they are waiting on anything.

also here is an email i got from CravenSpeed Team:
We found that BMW changed the threads and tow lengths for the 2019 X5, so unfortunately, we are needing to design and manufacture a stud that will fit. We have just begun the process and are anticipating having kits available at the beginning of March, as the process to manufacture the parts is always a bit lengthy when we find we need a new one.
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I looked for the no drill option for front license plate. Eventually gave up and went with the standard dealer provided drilled ones. The reasoning was, you are never going to remove the front license plate ever so why bother about the drill to the front bumper?
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you mean something like this? It's the stow n show mount from a place in Cali. works great even though I never have my plate mounted

These were taken before I permenatly mounted the bracket under my front bumper

I'm positive they will make one for the G05 X5
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If you follow this link:

https://www.slybrackets.com/store/#!...372/category=0

it shows pics of the mount and an installation video. This part is specifically for horizontal slats. Honeycomb grill will take a different part.... currently shown as "sold out" on this suppliers website.

BTW I placed the order but it will take me some extended time to get it installed and re-post photos
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If you follow this link:

https://www.slybrackets.com/store/#!...372/category=0

it shows pics of the mount and an installation video. This part is specifically for horizontal slats. Honeycomb grill will take a different part.... currently shown as "sold out" on this suppliers website.

BTW I placed the order but it will take me some extended time to get it installed and re-post photos
So does the G05 Msport need the mesh grill model?
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Sorry.... no idea for Msport. You would have to contact the company.
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Found this tow hook license plate mount on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It fit the tow fitting attachment hole very well and feel pretty solid.
It does not block the front right sensor.
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Looks pretty good, thanks for posting the link on Amazon. Can you verify that all of the front bumper sensors work properly while driving?
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Looks pretty good, thanks for posting the link on Amazon. Can you verify that all of the front bumper sensors work properly while driving?
I'd like to know this too. If it doesn't affect anything this will be the way to go.
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Looks pretty good, thanks for posting the link on Amazon. Can you verify that all of the front bumper sensors work properly while driving?
Went to get gas last night after installation. No proximity alarm.

Just tested it again this morning, the front proximity alarm warning comes on when the front end is approaching the garage door.

So, YES !
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Went to get gas last night after installation. No proximity alarm.

Just tested it again this morning, the front proximity alarm warning comes on when the front end is approaching the garage door.

So, YES !
Does it work the same with M Sport? Looks good!
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Went to get gas last night after installation. No proximity alarm.

Just tested it again this morning, the front proximity alarm warning comes on when the front end is approaching the garage door.

So, YES !
Does it work the same with M Sport? Looks good!
I just place an order. Probably try it on when I pick my car next weekend hopefully.
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Wow.... that looks really nice. Changes my opinion on tow hook mount. Thanks for posting such detailed pictures!
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Does it work the same with M Sport? Looks good!
Distance from the edge of the front sensor to the center line of the tow hook is about 4" on mine. Edge of my license plate to the edge of the sensor is about 5/8".

It should work if your M Sport bumper sensor and tow hook arrangement is the same or further apart.
You can also slide the bracket more to the left.
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Bumping this thread. Wondering if anyone has tried this license plate holder on an M-sport X5 yet?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Sorry that link didn't work. Hopefully this one will.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076VXV4DP...v_ov_lig_dp_it
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