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    Default Plate relocate on the 2017 Mazda 3!

    hey guys, so I relocated my license plate to the tow hook hole and im really pleased with it! this is the 2017 Mazda 3, the tow hole is on the left for the facelifts whereas the 2014-2016 mazda3 have the tow hole on the right. let me know what you guys think! pictures don't do justice.

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    Default Re: Plate relocate on the 2017 Mazda 3!

    Nice looks good! I made my own plate relocater using a bolt the same size\ thread as the toe hook.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 2012mazda3hatch View Post
    Nice looks good! I made my own plate relocater using a bolt the same size\ thread as the toe hook.
    was going to attempt at making my own but didn't have the time haha

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    Quote Originally Posted by rockbottom View Post
    I just installed new grilles and Im thinking to put my plate on the same place.. What's the size of the bolt for the toe hook?
    My 2012 was 3/4x 6" long... I think it was a metric bolt, but 3/4 worked. I drilled a hole with a 5/16 drill bit, then used a taping device to make it into a 3/8ths thread. From there I used a small 3/8 bolt and it worked great. I'll post a pic in a bit.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 2012mazda3hatch View Post
    My 2012 was 3/4x 6" long... I think it was a metric bolt, but 3/4 worked. I drilled a hole with a 5/16 drill bit, then used a taping device to make it into a 3/8ths thread. From there I used a small 3/8 bolt and it worked great. I'll post a pic in a bit.
    Please do. Looking to do this on my 2012

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    Default Re: Plate relocate on the 2017 Mazda 3!

    Grats on the towhook DIY! Another option is to put it in the middle....

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    there's kits you can buy online with the correct METRIC bolt
    don't go destroying your threads with home depot imperial bolts because you want the quick and cheap way to do this... when you need a tow, you'll find out your METRIC tow hook won't go in because of screwed up threads!

    there's also a "no drill" plate relocate bracket that snaps in place at the bottom centre part of the bumper, but that might affect cooling somewhat
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    Quote Originally Posted by TheMAN View Post
    there's kits you can buy online with the correct METRIC bolt
    don't go destroying your threads with home depot imperial bolts because you want the quick and cheap way to do this... when you need a tow, you'll find out your METRIC tow hook won't go in because of screwed up threads!

    there's also a "no drill" plate relocate bracket that snaps in place at the bottom centre part of the bumper, but that might affect cooling somewhat
    I'm aware it's metric, my metric toe hook doesn't spin in. I've tried filing the threads and cleaning out the inside of the townhook, so the 3/4 is just a hair smaller, I didn't have to force it, i spun it with my hand the whole way. No way of cross threading it.

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    Awesome! Looks so clean

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    Default Re: Plate relocate on the 2017 Mazda 3!

    I hope you realise that those "wall hinges" are going to rust in no time because they aren't plated very well
    Even using the tow hook hole isn't a great idea either because water will get inside the hole and rust out the threads

    best to hunt down something stainless steel or just buy the snap on plastic plate relocate kit made for the car

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    + This....

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    Default Re: Plate relocate on the 2017 Mazda 3!

    Where can we buy these plate relocation mounting kits? I want it in the bottom middle.

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    Quote Originally Posted by squall458 View Post
    Where can we buy these plate relocation mounting kits? I want it in the bottom middle.
    PM'd, sir. Sorry for the very late reply.

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    Default Re: Plate relocate on the 2017 Mazda 3!

    Raceng sells relocation kits mounted on tow screw ...

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    Default Re: Plate relocate on the 2017 Mazda 3!

    BM & BN-specific No Drill Plate relocators are available in the US.

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    Quote Originally Posted by minsanity View Post
    BM & BN-specific No Drill Plate relocators are available in the US.

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    Damn, I really like these. I found one that mounts here on eBay but it was like $120USD + shipping, duties, etc. Any chance you have a link for these ones?

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    Quote Originally Posted by MikeSafari View Post
    Damn, I really like these. I found one that mounts here on eBay but it was like $120USD + shipping, duties, etc. Any chance you have a link for these ones?
    PM'd, sir. Thanks!

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    Quote Originally Posted by minsanity View Post
    PM'd, sir. Thanks!

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    Shame, turns out it's the same one I already found. Can't justify the cost.

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