[Blue Sky]

It used to be a thing to get tickets for not having front plates, but I think that has fallen off long ago. I haven’t had a front plate since 2008, and no plate tickets since 2005. Most (all?) Teslas have no mounting for front plates, and Silicon Valley here was seemingly ground zero for Tesla proliferation and I have never seen Teslas being hassled considering that all you have to do is stand outside for a minute and a at least one Tesla will go by, no front plate of course. No way would I put a front plate on my Corvette or M5.

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by Blue Sky

It used to be a thing to get tickets for not having front plates, but I think that has fallen off long ago. I haven’t had a front plate since 2008, and no plate tickets since 2005. Most (all?) Teslas have no mounting for front plates, and Silicon Valley here was seemingly ground zero for Tesla proliferation and I have never seen Teslas being hassled considering that all you have to do is stand outside for a minute and a at least one Tesla will go by, no front plate of course. No way would I put a front plate on my Corvette or M5.

I got *one* in the 13 years I lived in California. It was in San Francisco, downtown, on my Acura. I'd gone into the city for dinner on a weekend. Even then, I think it was like $150-175, but I paid it and went on. Damn SF and their fines.

[SkykingUSA]

Yeah, if I was going to do it over, I think I would have not put a front plate on, and just bought one of those plate holders that go into the tow socket on the front. Then, if I got a "fix-it" ticket, I could put that on and then remove it again later. Hmmm, live and learn I guess.

[aaexpert]

The newer style of a front plate holder is using magnets...I've tried it but have some other options to try and see what I want to use.

I like these seat belt rubber covers that keeps the buckle from whacking the B pillars when my passengers unbuckle and let it fly. ha

[paprmkr]

The whole M Performance body pinstripe kit. Love it
I saw carbon fiber for the front bumper air vents that I hope are good. Hesitant to order since company in Malaysia and on order slip asks what’s my budget. Huh???
The part online website says ~$450usd
https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/S3d86fdb4...1000&hash=2000
This place from Aliexpress has them $100 less. Still jury not back if I would like since probably not 100% CF like rest of kit.

[Blue Sky]

Do the G60 seat belt buckles rattle (front passenger side) when not in use? This is a problem on F10’s, where the way they hang can lead to rattling, requiring reaching over while driving to set straight or just buckle it. If so, do these rubber covers help avoid that?

[Frupal]

Originally Posted by Blue Sky

It used to be a thing to get tickets for not having front plates, but I think that has fallen off long ago. I haven’t had a front plate since 2008, and no plate tickets since 2005. Most (all?) Teslas have no mounting for front plates, and Silicon Valley here was seemingly ground zero for Tesla proliferation and I have never seen Teslas being hassled considering that all you have to do is stand outside for a minute and a at least one Tesla will go by, no front plate of course. No way would I put a front plate on my Corvette or M5.

If you park in West Hollywood, you will get a ticket for that in 32 seconds.

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by aaexpert

The newer style of a front plate holder is using magnets...I've tried it but have some other options to try and see what I want to use.

I like these seat belt rubber covers that keeps the buckle from whacking the B pillars when my passengers unbuckle and let it fly. ha

Where did you pick those up? That’s a pretty great find.

[AiredaleDad]

Originally Posted by Blue Sky

Do the G60 seat belt buckles rattle (front passenger side) when not in use? This is a problem on F10’s, where the way they hang can lead to rattling, requiring reaching over while driving to set straight or just buckle it. If so, do these rubber covers help avoid that?

No rattling in mine.

[AlteBMW]

Originally Posted by RichardInCA

Yes

CAREFUL about metal valve caps as if they are dissimilar metal than the valve stem, and not removed regularly they can fuse to the stem, making for a repair to replace the stem (not cheap). Ask me how I know . . .

[SkykingUSA]

Originally Posted by AlteBMW

CAREFUL about metal valve caps as if they are dissimilar metal than the valve stem, and not removed regularly they can fuse to the stem, making for a repair to replace the stem (not cheap). Ask me how I know . . .

I wonder if it makes a difference buying the official valve stem caps from BMW.

[paprmkr]

The grab handle helps when I use my Hammock for dogs
Others well just cause they were there begging to get bought.

[RichardInCA]

Originally Posted by SkykingUSA

I wonder if it makes a difference buying the official valve stem caps from BMW.

Would seem odd if BMW sold valve stem caps that were not compatible with the same valve stems that they employed.

One year in and they seem to be just fine.

[SkykingUSA]

Originally Posted by RichardInCA

Would seem odd if BMW sold valve stem caps that were not compatible with the same valve stems that they employed.

One year in and they seem to be just fine.

Good to know, thanks RichardInCA. I have added the same BMW-sold M Sport caps you have, so I guess I'll be fine. :-)

[AiredaleDad]

Mine came with metal caps.

[tsbrown]

Originally Posted by AlteBMW

CAREFUL about metal valve caps as if they are dissimilar metal than the valve stem, and not removed regularly they can fuse to the stem, making for a repair to replace the stem (not cheap). Ask me how I know . . .

While I like how a metal cap with logo looks, the salt/corrosion binding up the threads is a buzzkill. So I've just been using grey plastic caps. And if someone steals them or the dealer/tire shop forgets to put them back on, it's not a huge loss.

[Scrapula]

Originally Posted by paprmkr

The grab handle helps when I use my Hammock for dogs
Others well just cause they were there begging to get bought.

I like those a lot. I also have a dog hammock.

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by SkykingUSA

Good to know, thanks RichardInCA. I have added the same BMW-sold M Sport caps you have, so I guess I'll be fine. :-)

I ordered these too because I thought they were cool. I’m surprised about people reporting severe enough corrosion on metal ones for them to lock solid, but galvanic corrosion between two medals is possible; I check my pressure once a month so hopefully that’s enough to keep them unglued, should that occur. Might try something like Adam’s Wheel Coating on them.

[AiredaleDad]

Originally Posted by ToddRGuy

I ordered these too because I thought they were cool. I’m surprised about people reporting severe enough corrosion on metal ones for them to lock solid, but galvanic corrosion between two medals is possible; I check my pressure once a month so hopefully that’s enough to keep them unglued, should that occur. Might try something like Adam’s Wheel Coating on them.

Just use a q-tip and get a little bit of anti-seize compound. And by a little I mean if you think it's not enough, it is.

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by AiredaleDad

Just use a q-tip and get a little bit of anti-seize compound. And by a little I mean if you think it's not enough, it is.

I was looking for “something” as a preventative measure, but I wasn’t really sure what it was called lol. “Valve cap anti-corrosion chemical” didn’t really give me much information on Google as a search.

[aaexpert]

Originally Posted by ToddRGuy

Where did you pick those up? That’s a pretty great find.

amazon: Car Seat Belt Clips Cover,Compatible with BMW accessories Seat Belt Buckle Protector for Car, Anti-Scratch Silicon Seat Belt Buckle Protector (Black-2PC

not sure why it is only 1star

[AlteBMW]

Originally Posted by ToddRGuy

I was looking for “something” as a preventative measure, but I wasn’t really sure what it was called lol. “Valve cap anti-corrosion chemical” didn’t really give me much information on Google as a search.

Some grease ought to do it, or just make sure you don't get lazy (like I did on an X3) and check your pressures manually monthly. It is very easy to rely solely on the TPMS especially when the weather is bad. You can get away with that with plastic valve caps.