License plate holder on trailer?

[danielcasey01]

Hi Everyone--
This is probably a silly question, however, I will ask it anyway! Bought a 2008 SX 230 during COVID last year (love the boat, by the way) and could not register the trailer then. Just got my plates and don't see where to mount them on the trailer. Last owner, only towed it 2 miles/2x per year and never got plates. Am I missing something on the trailer or do I need to fabricate something?
Thanks for any help,
Dan

 

[2kwik4u]

You're probably missing the bracket or it's been broken off. I replaced my plastic bracket with a stainless (316L) I had laser cut at work.

https://jetboaters.net/threads/tired-of-losing-my-license-plate.32044/

Previously the bracket was a part of the light assembly. Probably pick up up at WalMart or Home Depot.

 

[Murf'n'surf]

Your drivers rear trailer tail light should have a bracket under the light housing. If not, it has probably been broken off. DOT regulations say that it must be illuminated at night so be sure to mount under the tailight that has a clear lens on the bottom.

 

[danielcasey01]

Thanks for the info!

 

[Murf'n'surf]

In Florida, you can request a motorcycle plate for a trailer because the plate is 1/3 the size of a regular one and does not get bent or damaged on the trailer.

 

[Ronnie]

Not a stupid question at all. My boat trailers always have the license plate mounted under the left tail light which also has a cutout and lense in the bottom to illuminate the plate. The mount is usually plastic and comes with the lights but I’ve seen the mounts sold separately at auto parts stores like auto zone.

 

[buckbuck]

I suggest you mount the plates to a piece of rubber sheet. This will allow it to flex as you pull the trailer in and out of the water thereby mitigating the risk of losing it.

 

[danielcasey01]

Thanks forum for all your help. This place is the best!!

 

[Billtex2000]

https://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-Accessories_and_Parts-sf-License_Plates_and_Frames-pt-Mounting_Brackets.aspx

 

[Ronnie]

I may buy this one for the look and because it’s metal.
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