My review of the Sto N' Sho front license plate system

tireslayer0331 · 10-30-2016, 04:08 PM

I looked on the forum for some more information regarding this product before purchasing and found a review from sledgehammer70 which was helpful but I figured 2 reviews are better than 1. I ordered the product from Phastek and it came in the mail 2 days later, pretty fast shipping!

As for the installation it was so easy that I really don't see much sense in elaborating on it and there are multiple videos of how to install it. It only took me 5 minutes to install.

As for the actual product the black coating on the steel seems very tough and clean looking. The holes lined up perfectly for the 2 bolts under my front bumper and they were large enough to fit the 2 OEM screws. the plate mount lowers front ground clearance by less than 1/2 an inch but also gives added protection, if you were to scrape something head on with their product in place it should hit the metal plate before hitting your plastic bumper.

I personally like this mounting position as it does not obscure the front grill. The product is also great in that removal of the plate can be done in seconds by pulling a pin a taking off the plate which is great for anyone going to car shows.

Overall I'm very satisfied with my license plate mount and it seems as though it will hold up over time. I hope this review helps someone interested in this product!

Boone · 10-30-2016, 06:23 PM

Thank you for the review. Could you post a 3/4 or side view picture?

V8Addict · 10-31-2016, 08:08 AM

I think this would be perfect IF the plate was angled back towards the grill 20-30 degrees (instead of being vertical like it is now) for two benefits. One, directs air into the radiator and two, aerodynamically cleaner without the plate acting like a sail. Just my opinion.

BrianL · 10-31-2016, 09:45 AM

I also have one, & I was able to bend the two support bars that come out of the quick disconnect bracket to achieve I would guess about a 15 degree angle. I was worried about breaking the metal if I tried to bend it at a larger angle. It was easy, I just clamped the two rods in a vise & applied pressure

Techn9cian805 · 10-31-2016, 10:28 AM

I used to have the Sto n Sho on my 5th gen and loved it, but on the new one I decided to go with the ZL1 Addons' tow hook mount, giving it a cool offset look. I kinda got tired of the hovering look that the Sto n Sho gives, and i'll be getting the Alpha 6 body kit, so that wont work with the Sto N Sho, but its still a great option for those keeping the front stock.

tireslayer0331 · 11-02-2016, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Boone

Thank you for the review. Could you post a 3/4 or side view picture?

Sure thing, as soon as I get around my car again I'll take one. Looks a bit odd from the side as some others mentioned but it looks a lot cleaner than the stock mount if you ask me.

tireslayer0331 · 11-02-2016, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrianL

I also have one, & I was able to bend the two support bars that come out of the quick disconnect bracket below the upper to achieve I would guess about a 15 degree angle. I was worried about breaking the metal if I tried to bend it at a larger angle. It was easy, I just clamped the two rods in a vise & applied pressure

Thanks for the heads up, I may have to try that.

tireslayer0331 · 11-03-2016, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boone

Thank you for the review. Could you post a 3/4 or side view picture?

Here are a few more quick photos I took, I love the mount, i may bend it back a little bit as other guys on the forum did with theirs to make it a little more flush looking. Please excuse the dirty car, she is in need of a wash.

Capisce · 11-03-2016, 03:49 PM

Your poor rims need a bath

tireslayer0331 · 11-05-2016, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Capisce

Your poor rims need a bath

Yes they do haha, sometimes life doesn't give you time to clean them.

camaro104 · 11-06-2016, 02:30 PM

I have the sto-n-sho bracket but I modified it a little and mounted it on the center of the lower grill, with the license plate bracket off you can't even see it.... came out awesome.....

63falcondude · 11-07-2016, 06:56 PM

Nice! I like that modified bracket.

tireslayer0331 · 11-08-2016, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaro104

I have the sto-n-sho bracket but I modified it a little and mounted it on the center of the lower grill, with the license plate bracket off you can't even see it.... came out awesome.....

That looks awesome! It's good to know that there is more than one possible mounting location with the bracket. I think I would be too afraid of permanently ruining mine but yours looks great.

camaro104 · 11-08-2016, 04:34 PM

What I like about it is you can't even see it with the plate removed..

10-30-2016, 04:08 PM	#1
tireslayer0331 Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: NYC/CT Posts: 85	My review of the Sto N' Sho front license plate system I looked on the forum for some more information regarding this product before purchasing and found a review from sledgehammer70 which was helpful but I figured 2 reviews are better than 1. I ordered the product from Phastek and it came in the mail 2 days later, pretty fast shipping! As for the installation it was so easy that I really don't see much sense in elaborating on it and there are multiple videos of how to install it. It only took me 5 minutes to install. As for the actual product the black coating on the steel seems very tough and clean looking. The holes lined up perfectly for the 2 bolts under my front bumper and they were large enough to fit the 2 OEM screws. the plate mount lowers front ground clearance by less than 1/2 an inch but also gives added protection, if you were to scrape something head on with their product in place it should hit the metal plate before hitting your plastic bumper. I personally like this mounting position as it does not obscure the front grill. The product is also great in that removal of the plate can be done in seconds by pulling a pin a taking off the plate which is great for anyone going to car shows. Overall I'm very satisfied with my license plate mount and it seems as though it will hold up over time. I hope this review helps someone interested in this product! Attached Images

10-30-2016, 06:23 PM	#2
Boone Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS 50th Anniversary Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 164	Thank you for the review. Could you post a 3/4 or side view picture? __________________ Current: 2017 Camaro 2SS 50th Anniversary Package Previous: 1999 Camaro Z28 1992 Camaro RS

10-31-2016, 08:08 AM	#3
V8Addict Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: So Calif Posts: 324	I think this would be perfect IF the plate was angled back towards the grill 20-30 degrees (instead of being vertical like it is now) for two benefits. One, directs air into the radiator and two, aerodynamically cleaner without the plate acting like a sail. Just my opinion. __________________ 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS, A8, NPP, MRC

10-31-2016, 09:45 AM	#4
BrianL Drives: 2016 2SS, Red Hot, NPP, Nav, M6 Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Eagle Creek OR Posts: 783	I also have one, & I was able to bend the two support bars that come out of the quick disconnect bracket to achieve I would guess about a 15 degree angle. I was worried about breaking the metal if I tried to bend it at a larger angle. It was easy, I just clamped the two rods in a vise & applied pressure Last edited by BrianL; 11-06-2016 at 08:55 AM.

10-31-2016, 10:28 AM	#5
Techn9cian805 The BEAST Drives: '16 2SS, '89 Wife Join Date: May 2015 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 2,034 View My Garage	I used to have the Sto n Sho on my 5th gen and loved it, but on the new one I decided to go with the ZL1 Addons' tow hook mount, giving it a cool offset look. I kinda got tired of the hovering look that the Sto n Sho gives, and i'll be getting the Alpha 6 body kit, so that wont work with the Sto N Sho, but its still a great option for those keeping the front stock. __________________ Scarlet: 3/3/16: 2SS Red Hot, M6, Instagram: @luis_what_it_is

11-03-2016, 03:49 PM	#9
Capisce Drives: 2016 2SS Camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: New Jersey Posts: 248	Your poor rims need a bath __________________ 2SS - Summit White - MRC - NPP

11-06-2016, 02:30 PM	#11
camaro104 Drives: 2017 Nightfall 50th Annivers Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Little Falls, N.J. Posts: 415	I have the sto-n-sho bracket but I modified it a little and mounted it on the center of the lower grill, with the license plate bracket off you can't even see it.... came out awesome..... Attached Images

11-07-2016, 06:56 PM	#12
63falcondude Drives: 16 Camaro, 11 Stryker, 00 Explorer Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: NJ Posts: 1,214	Nice! I like that modified bracket. __________________ NGM, 2SS, 6MT, NPP, MRC, Nav, Kalahari, Grey Wheels 1100 12/14/2015 3000 1/8/2016 (TPW 2/1) 3800 2/1/2016 5000 3/5/2016

11-08-2016, 04:34 PM	#14
camaro104 Drives: 2017 Nightfall 50th Annivers Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Little Falls, N.J. Posts: 415	What I like about it is you can't even see it with the plate removed..

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