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Old 03-28-2016, 07:19 PM
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Angry Broken screw in rear license plate insert

so the insert (nut) for the license plate bracket was free spinning last time i took the plate off of my 2003 disco. I was trying to get the screw out when it broke off and is now stuck in the free spinning insert. I would say it is done and needs to be replaced. Looking for help on how to find this part and how to replace it.
 
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Sounds like you need to either replace the license plate bracket. Can you get the plate of the bracket?
 
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Old 03-28-2016, 07:54 PM
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Its not the bracket it is the insert that is in the actual tailgate. The insert that the bracket screws into.
 
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You need to remove the insert. Installed a new nutsert. I don't remember if a screw or bolt holds the frame. Old Range Rover Classics, I use a nutsert.

http://www.autozone.com/screws-pins-...late-fasteners

Or use these for the screw with plastic insert.
 

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