TVIROCZ

iTrader: (1)

On my iroc when I pull down the plate to unlock the trunk on it scratches the bumper. Anyone else having the same problem? Also has anyone fix the ac vents with velcro so they stay put?

chevydrvr

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I've never heard of that problem with the plate, but I did the velcro fix myself. I got a bunch of the 1" diameter circles velcro pieces (about 1") and cut them in hald and put one half on each end. Works perfect!

JamesC

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My plate holder isn't even close to the bumper in the down position. Is the bottom of the license plate itself fitted under the U-shaped retainer when the plate holder is up? There's a spring on the left with the plate holder down. Could that be an issue? Two bolts secure the plate holder in place. Are they both there?

JamesC

camarotucker

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Mine does it too, the bottom of the plate contacts the bumper when the plate is lowered down. I have a Kansas plate which is interesting that JamesC car doesnt do it because I assume he has a Kansas plate as well. My plate holder is in working order. I have to hold the plate down tight onto the bottom of the holder when I open it. The one thing I have thought about is that the screws that hold the plate are too tight and it pushes the bottom of the plate away from the holder.

camarosrock1989

iTrader: (1)

Don't have that problem with my plate, my vents are tight and work great!

Ron U.S.M.C.

If I remember correctly I moved the part of the plate holder that was on the car up a little. I don't remember if I drilled new holes or elongated the existing holes on the mounting bracket. If I get a chance tomorrow I will take a look.

Chevy86 IROC-Z

iTrader: (17)

I had the same problem too. But I fixed it for free. Remove the license plate. Notice that on the frame plate where the license plate mounts, there is a ledge on the bottom of the plate. tuck the bottom of the license plate into the lip. Look at the picture below.

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JamesC

iTrader: (5)

That's the U-shaped retainer that I mention above. If the bottom of the plate isn't secured in the retainer, it'll flop and rattle at best--and probably droop a bit when the plate is pulled down (perhaps causing the issue).

Yep, Kansas tag.

BTW, how many of you are missing the license 'pull down'?

A couple more pics to add to Chevy86's.

JamesC

chazman

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Did GM discontinue the pull down at a certain point? I've got it on my '83 and '85, but have never had it on my '89, (I'm the original owner)

Chevy86 IROC-Z

iTrader: (17)

Wow. I didn't know there was a hook to pull down the license plate. I learn new things every day. Mines missing. Bummer.

dynodanmanda79

iTrader: (1)

Not sure if they did or not, but my 89 Iroc has the pull down plate

JamesC

iTrader: (5)

I'm uncertain if the run was 82-92 (might be a question for the history buffs). The plastic is flimsy and if the piece broke as many no doubt did, you should be able to see a fragment on the backside between license and plate.

JamesC

Jbsteven

alright, who makes the little pull down thingy and where can I get one?

Chevy86 IROC-Z

iTrader: (17)

It's not really necessary. You can easily fabricate one with a metal strap or handle.

Ron U.S.M.C.

I took a look at my licence plate bracket today to refresh my memory of the technique I used to solve the rubbing problem. What I did was take off the plate bracket and use a round file to elongate the existing holes in the bracket,removing the metal on the bottom of the hole,so instead of the holes being round they look like this = 0. I just slid the plate bracket up about a half inch using the new elongated holes and just tightened down the bolts. Done

camarosrock1989

iTrader: (1)

My 89 has the pull down. Strange.

JamesC

iTrader: (5)

I'd imagine they're long gone from GM, though a visit to your dealership couldn't hurt. Best bet? Salvage yard.

JamesC

b_the_j

I would imagine that the pull tab came on cars not not equipped with the electric hatch release....

scottmoyer

nope. My car has every stinkin' option and has the plate pulldown.