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[rob love]

The front license plate should be on the right bumper, as shown in your photo. It was an excersize in futility trying to keep them there, especially on the recce jeeps which constantly went through the bush. The movement to the upper location on the grille was unofficial, but routinely done. Wile it would restrict airflow somewhat, I have never noticed a problem with it even on the hottest days. Best thing is the plate is not subject to damage there.

The original front bracket hung down, with the plate then mounted upwards.

The rear plate bracket was supposed to be under the back edge of the jerry can bracket. There was a modification (C30-100-000CF006) which made a slight change to it so it would not interfere with the gas can strap. The plate was reasonably protected in that location, although would be damaged when push starting. When the bracket got damages, usually it would just be omitted and the plate mounted directly onto the bracket with the bolts pointing out.

When you refer to the CFP camo, are you referring to the cam instructions I posted above? Note that the jeep they use is a M38, so things are a bit different. The M151A2 had the license plate inthis location as well, but it was moved when the wire cutter was installed.