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Which position is best?
Rectangular plate, left of bumper
16%
 16%  [4]
Rectangular plate, right of bumper
8%
 8%  [2]
Rectangular plate, on grille above A-Bar
33%
 33%  [8]
Rectangular plate, on lower part of bumper
29%
 29%  [7]
Rectangular plate, on vent flap
8%
 8%  [2]
Square plate, left of bumper
4%
 4%  [1]
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custom90



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Post #212224 18th Feb 2013 8:43pm
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LR90XS2011



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United Kingdom 2011 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Galway Green
I think Id fit a couple of those springy pipe type clips like flourescent tubes are held in by, fit them to the back of the number plate so it clips to the fair lead and then remove the plate when using the winch. Ps I like the oblong one DEFENDER 90 TDCI XS,

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Post #212229 18th Feb 2013 9:10pm
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Stoney



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1996 Defender 90 300 Tdi SW Epsom Green
How about this

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It's been through a mot with it and haven't been stopped at all for it also stays a little bit cleaner if you've been playing in the mud but its not everyone's cup of tea.

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Post #212262 18th Feb 2013 10:33pm
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custom90



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^^^^ AFAIK they've been phased out the stick on type as being illegal. Yet again one of those is it or isn't it legal. Rolling Eyes _\Hennessey|Venom| F5/___
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Post #212263 18th Feb 2013 10:35pm
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excossack



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United Kingdom 1999 Defender 110 Td5 SW Caledonian Blue
I mounted my plate on the front of the A-bar above the spot lights. 1999 Defender TD5 110

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Post #212264 18th Feb 2013 10:37pm
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Stoney



Member Since: 28 Sep 2012
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I'm still not 100% sure but my old boss who had a mot centre said that was better than where I had it inside the screen just have to see if it causes any problems Confused
Post #212265 18th Feb 2013 10:38pm
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GUM97



Member Since: 05 Feb 2012
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United Kingdom 1997 Defender 90 300 Tdi HT Stornoway Grey
Stoney- I had considered a stick on plate, but I e-mailed the local DVLA office to confirm the legality of them, and this was their response:
Quote:
Are stick-on number plates legal?

No, number plates must meet the British Standard requirements and we are not aware of any self-adhesive number plates that are able to meet these requirements.


Which is a shame, as I could have made one myself as our number plate printer here has the capability to do so, just not legally! Thumbs Up An engine to TDi for!
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Post #212329 19th Feb 2013 10:57am
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Glynparry25



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Wales 2009 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS DCPU Tonga Green
But the bumper is in the grey area of the law anyway..... or is it E stamped?

It seems that 99.9% of the powers to be will be happy with someone who has a visible stick on plate rather than a half covered proper one. I had a stick on one for 2 years and passed an MOT and the German (TUV) equivalent without a problem. Never got pulled and didn't even get asked about it when caught speeding.

My only thoughts/ concerns about the number plate being mounted under the winch on brackets is that it will sit low and forward which will reduce your approach angle and it will be the first thing that gets hit/ damaged- therefore thepossibility of driving home without one at all.

Glyn Dog Sheep
Post #212334 19th Feb 2013 11:26am
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BigWheels



Member Since: 21 Mar 2010
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United Kingdom 2008 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Tonga Green
How about a single roof bar at the front on which to mount the plate? Land Rover Defenders. 67 years heritage, minimal appearance changes, still going strong all over the world. Not a fashion vehicle, but fashionable to own. Made for the needy, not the greedy. Ta ta Defender
Post #213483 23rd Feb 2013 12:56am
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