When I got the plates for my car, I just went into the DMV (Forsyth County) and asked for the form. There are 6 blanks for you to list your wish list. They start with #1, and work their way down until they get one that is available. I asked if my first choice was available, and they told me yes. 3 weeks later, it showed up at the house.

Same story on another car....was told my first choice was OK, and it showed up about 3-4 weeks later at the house.

From what I remember, 7 characters....I dont remember the rule on spaces though.,..

John