XJ-5 Grille Build

[xj9140]

ah man, thats coming together real nice.

 

[4WDlifeform]

Wow. Very nice build!! I usually don't like the round conversions like this, but this one is by far my favorite! This is how they should all be done, not just making it work, but making it look like its supposed to be there. Right on man. Keep it up, your so close! can't wait to see it on!

Shame to have lost the signals though... How about round ones on the bumper just below the headlights? move them in more toward center kinda like the CJs... just a thought. Im sure if you thought about it for a bit, you could come up with a cleaver design! Best of luck, and looking forward to seeing the finished XJ!

 

[licorice noose]

Thanks guys! I was thinking about doing marker lights in the ends of the bumper, so i guess they could work up front. The only thing that worries me is the angle in the bumper and the the big "drove through an exploder" dent in it. I think that would make it sit awkward. :confused1

 

[ehall]

on the next one you could leave the scallops at the ends half sized, or maybe just make a little more meat on the bottom, then you could run the originals or something

it looks like you did an awesome job though

 

[licorice noose]

I didnt do anything exciting today. glassed some bolts in so i can mount it and started thinking about the logo. came up with an idea in which i would cut out the jeep logo and use it as running lights and supplemental turn signals. all four letters lit when the headlights are on, The J and E would flash for a right and the E and P for a left. I was looking into it and it seems like i might have to trim the piece the hood latches too but it wont be too bad:

 

[4WDlifeform]

I have 4" driving lights fitted in the bumper... you should have no problem fitting a 2" blinker light:

Just a thought.

I like your Jeep emblem idea, but what are your road laws? In PA, I have had DOT signals fail inspection... AZ I hope is different for ya!

 

[licorice noose]

I don't have a stock bumper though. Running this olympic one:

 

[4WDlifeform]

Ahh. Very nice. Well best of luck to you. Im sure you will find a good solution. And again, can't wait to see the finished result!

 

[winkosmosis]

A low profile LED turn signal will sit on top of the bumper.
http://www.truck-lite.com/webapp/wc...10001&storeId=10001&productId=24090&langId=-1

 

[Wil Badger]

I would be looking for some small trailer lights. These would be my 3 suggestions as to where to place them.

 

[John D]

I like the one on the driver's side if its to scale.

I would be looking for some small trailer lights. These would be my 3 suggestions as to where to place them.

 

[licorice noose]

I would be looking for some small trailer lights. These would be my 3 suggestions as to where to place them.

The drivers side light is where they were originally gonna go. I guess if i could find an inch and a quarter or something small i can squeeze it in there. I still think i like the ones built into the headlights. :dunno:

I've got plenty of time to think about it.

 

[licorice noose]

Well, I think shes finally done. All thats left is a bit of paint and it'll be ready to bolt on. Don't think im gonna do that until i paint the whole rig though.

arty:

 

[kastein]

Damn, that is some real nice work! :thumbup:

I would never put that kind of work into something I'd bounce off trees... maybe a daily driver, but I just don't have the patience.

 

[Kiefer316]

I say put it on and put a coat of paint on to match so we know how it looks. I like it so far...

 

[jeeperjohn]

Awesome job dude! I think you could sell a bunch of those if you could find a way to mass produce them.

 

[Xtreme XJ]

OOOOHHH !!! No.... you've got to put the damn thing on so we can get the finished product impression...

Well done... PM & we can work out a price

Curt

 

[licorice noose]

Thanks all. maybe ill throw it on thursday to take a look.

 

[hubs97xj]

Can you get some round lights to match the width of the grille slots? Simplify mounting, and easily worked into the insert material, I would think. It's some nice work, regardless. Paint it and put it on.

I know it sucks, but Gimp isn't exactly intuitive when you're drinking. Anyway, something liek this, except with the lens portion of the lights matching the slots. It's your Jeep, so do whatever. I've tossed two header panels in the last year. Kicking myself now that I've played with fiberglass a bit.

 

[CherokeeEnthusiast]

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