the LED tail light thread

[urban yan]

I didn't forget about this (I swear). I spoke with John Jan 22nd, but he's still in the process of repairing my front LED markers. He told me he has everything mocked-up/ tested, and that he's in the process of designing the boards for the markers. Apparently, the last guy really did a number on my front markers.

He will get onto the tails right after. I suppose I could-have asked John to start on the tails first, but than I'd have way too many unfinished projects on the go. I'm sorry about the delays guys; nobody wants a set of LED tails more than me. They will get done.

BTW here are some examples of work John's done
http://www.j-body.org/forums/read.php?f=50&i=37941&t=37941

 

[FlexdXJ]

These would be cool for street driven XJ's but trail driven rigs need steel housings so you aren't replacing these all the time. My bet is that it would be expensive replacing those all the time. Don't get me Wrong I really like these but Mine sees trail time(well, this one hasn't yet)!

 

[Talyn]

These would be cool for street driven XJ's bu

And what forum is this thread in?

 

[FlexdXJ]

And what forum is this thread in?

Yes I am aware of that, just giving my opinion! :laugh3: I really do like them but my Jeep sees the trail!

 

[Ben824]

I didn't forget about this (I swear). I spoke with John Jan 22nd, but he's still in the process of repairing my front LED markers. He told me he has everything mocked-up/ tested, and that he's in the process of designing the boards for the markers. Apparently, the last guy really did a number on my front markers.

He will get onto the tails right after. I suppose I could-have asked John to start on the tails first, but than I'd have way too many unfinished projects on the go. I'm sorry about the delays guys; nobody wants a set of LED tails more than me. They will get done.

BTW here are some examples of work John's done
http://www.j-body.org/forums/read.php?f=50&i=37941&t=37941

Do you happen to know where John gets his parts for his projector head lights? I have been wanting to build a set but finding good parts can be expensive.

 

[urban yan]

I never asked, but I know allot of guys buy their projectors from theretrofitsource.com. Their Infiniti FX replica projectors are very popular with retrofitters. Ebay's also a good source for projectors (just stick with OEM parts from ebay, and you'll be fine).

 

[Starboard M]

Yes I am aware of that, just giving my opinion! :laugh3: I really do like them but my Jeep sees the trail!

Not all Jeeps see the trail. The mall parking lot is the toughest stuff my blue Jeep sees!:moon:


Keep us updated on those tails. Every time I get blinded by a new cars rear taillights I just get jealous of the leds.

 

[FlexdXJ]

Not all Jeeps see the trail. The mall parking lot is the toughest stuff my blue Jeep sees!:moon:


Keep us updated on those tails. Every time I get blinded by a new cars rear taillights I just get jealous of the leds.

Yeah thats understandable when you got that big sum' bitch to wheel. My beater will eventually do most of the trail duty but it needs to be drivable first!

 

[spitfyre]

hi all, im new to the forum and just been reading through this thread as im looking to make up a set of led tails for my 99, just thought id put my $.02 in about doing nightshades tinting. i did the tails on my 88 fifth avenue, put them in the oven to split the lenses then did the vht from the inside, because of the texturing its alot easier to avoid runs and get even coats. the car is a dark cherry colour and the tails almost match it perfectly, they also seem to be a deeper shade of red

 

[justins99xj]

I've not done it as of yet, but as best I can tell, you will want a load equalizer for the turn signals to keep them flashing at the correct speed:

http://www.customled.com/products/load_equalizer/load_equalizer.htm

P.S. I've got a use for the tail lamp housings you're replacing when you're done with them.....

You can also use an led flasher.

 

[justins99xj]

I don't want to highjack, but this seems to be the place to post. Here is some of my previous work. I'll get a quote up if anyone is interested. The turnaround time is about 6-8 weeks. fyi its not going to be cheap, parts are expensive. but i'll see what I can come up with.

 

[urban yan]

I remember seeing those tails. They look great.
You should make a set for your personal XJ for starters... I'm sure I could put you in touch with a place that makes printed circuit boards to reduce costs.

The guy I'm dealing with is still working on my front markers.. well actually... he's out of town on another job for another month or so.

 

[JWFokker]

Is anyone aware of aftermarket tail lights for pre-97 XJs or are we completely out of luck?

 

[urban yan]

You have a few options

1) jcroffroad makes tail light boxes
http://www.jcroffroad.com/Merchant2...&Product_Code=XJTLHSG96&Category_Code=XJArmor

2) Jeep 2500 tails

3) Aftermarket red/clear tails (they're on ebay)

 

[Stallacrew]

May I ask how to find those last ones which are red/clear only on eBay?

 

[urban yan]

I used this search criteria on ebay
cherokee 96 tail lights -grand

oh, and if you don't like the chrome than I'm sure you could paint it.

 

[GrimmJeeper]

those are altezza style lights stallacrew

 

[urban yan]

They're not altezza style. I know this for two reasons:
1) looking at them doesn't make me want to vomit. 2) they don't look like this:

oh, I just vomited. Thanks allot GrimmJeeper.

 

[Talyn]

Those Altezza lights would compliment a pair of front crystal housings with "boosted blue" bulbs nicely.

 

[hjeepxj]

I've got a set of the black "altezza"s for sale if anyone wants them. Shoot me a PM.