Front number plate problem

slow 427 · #1 (**permalink**) 01-30-2007, 02:44 PM

We all know not running a front number plate is a bit of a no no.
This is an idea which maybe a little loop hole in the RTA.
Get a "bike rack" number plate.
For those who dont know what it is , its a very small number plate supplied by the RTA to be placed on a bike rack .
The bike racks normally mount on a toe bar which in most cars covers the number plate.
So the RTA will supply you a copy number plate , about the size of a motor cycle number plate to place on the bike rack.
Now as far as I understand these plates are completely legal and if you mounted it to the front of your car you may get away with it.
Hey it is a legal number plate supplied by the RTA.
But smaller !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good luck

map · #2 (**permalink**) 01-30-2007, 04:13 PM

Use one of these see a COP flip it down...

http://www.autoaccessory4u.com/flupfldostsc.html

JBo · #3 (**permalink**) 01-30-2007, 04:56 PM

If you have a hoop bumper, get a 427 style street flip lisence plate holder. It folds into nose at about ten mph, flip back at o mph

slow 427 · #4 (**permalink**) 01-30-2007, 05:03 PM

Ok just spoken to the RTA the plates cost $32 and take 3 weeks to make.
Then you pick them up from the RTA.

pneall · #5 (**permalink**) 01-30-2007, 05:20 PM

I ve got one of those but it says Bike rack on it.

I have seen Ferraris with really narrow front number plates. Not sure if they are legal though.

Wonder what the smallest number plate is you can get through the RTA?

I have personalised plates that I got before the rip off days started so there is no annual cost. I am sure if I tried to get them remade in a smaller size I would trigger the special plate price and end up paying an annual fee.

There are companies that will make any size plate you want in any colour. Would probaly pass a cursory glance but not close up as they dont have NSW printed on them.

Phil

NASSTY · #6 (**permalink**) 01-30-2007, 08:01 PM

For any Victorians,

The link below from Vicroads.

Sect 221 (number plates) and 222 (mounting) sets out what's required.

http://www.dms.dpc.vic.gov.au/Domino/Web_Notes/LDMS/PubLawToday.nsf/8d7b8bff8129f677ca256da50082e1c7/938e3268fe84ed0fca256ec40005abe9/$FILE/99-29sr023.pdf

stefanog · #7 (**permalink**) 01-30-2007, 09:17 PM

You wouldn't believe this but I called the RTA and asked them the cost of getting my standard issue plate remade into a silver on black premium to suit the car better, they not only charge $30 remake fee but also add on $100 per annum to the already $400 per annum I have been paying for 4 years! So...no new numberplate! They say the "matellic" plate cost $500 per annum. WHAT FOR?? Stuff them! What a jip! I will now be considering handing back the existing plates and getting standard issue next number plates so as to not pay those bastards 1 cent more than I have to!

Stef

sambo · #8 (**permalink**) 01-30-2007, 09:42 PM

Welcome to the western world as we know (and allow) it.

nader · #9 (**permalink**) 01-30-2007, 09:44 PM

I had one of these on my bike, same size number plate as the bike rack plate.

Only used when at shows not for street use

http://mannsmotorsports.com/fastags/

slow 427 · #10 (**permalink**) 01-31-2007, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stefanog

You wouldn't believe this but I called the RTA and asked them the cost of getting my standard issue plate remade into a silver on black premium to suit the car better, they not only charge $30 remake fee but also add on $100 per annum to the already $400 per annum I have been paying for 4 years! So...no new numberplate! They say the "matellic" plate cost $500 per annum. WHAT FOR?? Stuff them! What a jip! I will now be considering handing back the existing plates and getting standard issue next number plates so as to not pay those bastards 1 cent more than I have to!

Stef

Stef try the bike rack plate its only $32 and is completely legal

David Hodgson · #11 (**permalink**) 01-31-2007, 05:58 PM

I have a slim line front plate and have mounted it in the oil cooler opening.

This may not suit every one, but you could trim down a std sized metal plate and mount it in the same place.

PCC · #12 (**permalink**) 01-31-2007, 06:48 PM

Mine is mounted on the front bumper with a pair of rubber lined circular clips.

This way it can be angled at any position (even flat) if you so wish.

If ever pulled over I could at least have the argument that:

1. The number plate is there; and
2. The wind must have blown it down.

Then quickly recover the phillips screwdriver from the boot and tighten it back into position - just simply too easy

Mind you I may be done for not displaying the plate in a viewable position

- Ah well at least I tried!!!