LIC plate lenses/ screws

Hello
My first post on here

I’ve an 18 ltd
I’m replacing some bulbs
The license plate lenses (and screws) are in pretty bad shape
Screw heads are stripping while trying to remove
I’ve sprayed the screw heads with WD
I’ll let it penetrate but my question is Has anyone has the same problem and did you find a solution
( other than drilling them out and replacing the lens)

 

Welcome! Let your penetrating spray (whatever it is) do its thing then maybe a bit of back and forth motion with the screwdriver to break them loose.

 

it is a mod #3: stainless steel license plate screws. mod #1: frame rustproofing. mod #2:air conditioner drain tube

 

OP, if you have or have access to a Dremil tool, use a very small or almost worn out disc to grind a slot into the Phillips head screw. Then use a standard (flat) driver to remove the offending fasteners. And try to get the correct P-head screws in Stainless Steel. That and a dab of Anti-seize.
Also, wear disposable gloves, that shit jumps onto anything close by. People that know, know.

 

Am I the only one who has no idea what a 'license plate lens' is?

 

It’s the light lens

 

Got them out

polished
Cleaned
New LED bulbs

Thx guys

 

New fasteners?

 

Replace with stainless, don't use the old ones.

 

I know the OP has resolved his issue but I thought some might be interested in security screws for the license plate.
These have the proper thread for my 21,
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B08PF9R58F?ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

 

Stainless all the way

every bolt / screw that I come across will become stainless


Thx guys