just been reading a dvla flyer and found this
whats to say it wont becomes law in the future that all new cars will have to have these obviously expensive new type plates fitted
tinyurl.com/yrcuhe
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Thanks for the link.
The Pdf file has an interesting list of "tools" that will / can be used it the "attack" testing.
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If you stick numbers plates on with the 'proper' cushion tape and use plenty of it the plates are a devil to get back off ......
The recognised technique to remove them (and badges etc similarly stuck on) is cheese wire or nylon thread.
I'm pleased mine are held on with screws because I'm anticipating them failing the next MOT because they don't have the required details of the manufacturer.
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L\'escargot.
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Good point L'escargot,i use an old 12" hacksaw blade
Maybe the best solution is to fit philips type screws and then drill out the centre bit
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So what are the current options to reduce the risks of stolen number plates?
Are plates, that shatter when attempting to remove them, available now?
Will covering the whole of the plate with adhesive / pads work ?
Is this possible on front plates ? On many, I suspect not.
Four bolts and Nylocs seem a better alternative to self tapping screws.
I guess even then a split plate can be simply sorted with gaffer tape.
The list of tools for testing removal techniques is very informative.
Combatting these scroats certainly takes some thought.
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>>Are plates, that shatter when attempting to remove them, available now?
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To answer my own question. Yes.
A professionally fitted pair of Secureplates will cost you £50. For details, go to www.secureplate.co.uk or telephone 0121 623 8050.
So if you have them fitted it will cost you at least £25 for a replacement when a scroat tries and fails.
For the overall potential saving in aggro I guess the total expenditure is worth it.
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