Picked up a set of JK turn signals for my TJ in order to prep for new fender treatment somewhere down the road of its life.
Install:
This is a fairly simple job. Take a bi-metal hole saw and determine where you want your turn signals on the grille. Mark it, drill your hole, seat the JK turn-signal, plug in and go to the other side.
The JK turn signals work fine, look good and most of all your existing TJ wire harness and turn-signal connectors plug right in no fuss no muss.
TIP: Remove your headlight buckets for easier and quicker access to the back side of the turn signals. Remove the trim ring with its 3 torx head screws, then using a wrench remove the 2 nuts on the headlight bucket screws on the back of the grille.
TIP: Using a 3 1/4 in hole saw and lightly file off the sharp edges will result in a near-perfect press fit of the JK assembly. The JK is a tapered housing and its about 1/16th larger than the hole you just drilled. Clean up and then file enough to get a firm press fit.
Tools:
8mm wrench or deep socket for headlight bucket
Torx screwdriver for 3 trim rings
3 1/4 in bi-metal hole saw
Round file to smooth out the cut holes edges
Time:
About an hour
Cost:
If you already have the hole saw then its just a pair of JK turn-signals. About $30 bucks each at your Jeep dealer. NOTE: I have done this with CJ lights and the big problem is getting the wiring to plug in. I used a Dremel to carve out the back side and silicone to 'glue' the plug and light bulb assembly on the back side. Trust me, the 'plug n play' of the JK to TJ is the quick and simple way to go.
Parts #s:
55077884AC
55077885AC
$27.75 each w/o lamps
Worth It Factor:
Yes, especially if you plan on going tube fender.