removing front license plate buck tooth

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Tom Zebrasky, Jun 10, 2025.

  1. Tom Zebrasky

    Tom Zebrasky New Member

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    Hello all. I am an avid Prius lover for 20+ years. I wanted a new 2025 prius, hoping they would remove the ugly "bucktooth" license plate mount. I was very disappointed when it was still there BUT being a vintage hot rod guy I came up with a plan to surgically remove it. I cut off the lump! I then made a 3D mold of the removed section out of aluminum. I then sourced some polypropylene which is the same material and thickness of the bumper cover. I then thermoformed the plastic using the mold I made to the exact dimensions needed to just bond the replacement section in the hole where I cut off the " ugly bump". I then took it to my body shop to have it repainted! Perfect!
     

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    Hey @Tom Zebrasky Any chance you would be interested in making another one? I would be interested in buying this.
     
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    @Tom Zebrasky How difficult was this to do? Would love to hear what went into this.

    Thanks
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