Broken license bolts - alternative mounting?

[tv4184]

The dealer I bought my 4Runner from broke both license plate bolts. They’re so rusted on I couldn’t undo it from behind with pliers either. I drilled out one side but I’ll have to retread that side. Should I drill the other side out too? Double sided tape? Magnets?


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[having fun]

Drill and tap new thread first.

Drill larger then bolt and nut smaller than hole.

Break off nut in back side, then JB weld new nuts on.

 

[TechWrench]

Drill them both out, then replace the threads with stainless heli-coil inserts. I had to do that on my 1st '03, and never had a problem after that.