SnailTrail

I have a very standard optioned 98, I only have the dome and rear hatch light. What Bulbs would I need and how much would it cost?

Snajo

I pop the lenses out with a flat screwdriver by applying pressure at the notch in the bottom. For these, try to put pressure on the plastic 'frame' rather than the lens itself. Basically, they pop out like everything else. It might help to seperate the 'frame' from the lens a bit at the top and sides where you can to loosen things up.

If that doesn't do it or anything gets broke in the process, let me know. I have an extra set of visors I can pull lenses off or take more pics of.

I'm glad you like them so far. I owe you some better map/reading lights. I'll be able to send them when more sets are available. I've tried several different ones for this. Maybe I can get a picture of them posted.

Tony_SS

Sounds good, thanks!

Snajo

From me, prices are on the first post (once I get the bulbs in). Otherwise, there are writeups on the bulbs you'll need. You can get ones that fit from ebay, amazon, or specialty light shops (superbrightleds, autoillumination, etc). 194 for reading lights, 44mm loop festoon for front and rear dome, 29mm festoon for vanity mirrors, 1156 for the floor wells. 74 for gauges, t4.2 or t4 and t3 for switch panel, t4.2 or t4 for hvac, and 194 for t-case/transmission.

96bugout

I have a 96 country with what I believe to be the factory overhead console. It has 4 map lights. I've already done the rest of my interior/courtesy lights with LEDs but these 4 map lights are killing me. Do you have these available? If so how much? If not would you be so kind to point me in the right direction?


Thanks in advance,
Bug

Snajo

I believe all the pre-97 OHC are the same. The one I test with has four lamp lenses that are flat 2 3/4 by 1 1/4 inch. If that's correct you'll need four 194 LEDs. Assuming this is correct, the issue is getting ones that are bright enough. Cleaning the lenses with q-tips and dish soap helps too. I just thought they were yellow plastic when I started.

Either follow the link below or search for keylessking on ebay and once you get to their store, search for 194 led 68 smd. Some of their stuff ships from PA and some from Hong Kong. Pick whatever works for you. I have a few of these bulbs, but until/unless I buy these in bulk, the best deal I know of is from this vendor. When I ordered four to test, they only sent two. I let them know and they sent the missing two out that same day. $13 for four, so they're expensive as far as LEDs, but they are very bright.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/4pcs-LED-T10-White-Xenon-Light-Bulbs-68smd-5050-For-192-168-194-W5W-2825-158-/300999038637?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4614f0d6ad&vxp=mtr

Snajo

I have Interior sets in stock for 97+ with the full length overhead console. I am also ready to ship a limited number of 97+ indicator/dash/gaugecluster bulb sets (2 sets each of blue, green, and white). (see the first post of the thread).

I'll update when the interior sets for 97+ with the standard dome are ready. I'm just waiting on the map lights to show up.

The situation is the same for pre97 interior bulbs. I'm waiting for the (different) map bulbs to show up.

Pre97 gauge cluster bulbs are TBD. My goal is to get them tested this weekend, as I have PRK/Lasik eye surgery on Monday and probably won't want to stare at bright lights in a dark room for a while. More to follow.

I started PMing people, but decided it would be better to wait until I have everything in stock for 97+ models.

Thanks

Snajo

I have 97+ interior sets (dome and overhead console types) ready to ship. I'm very happy with the OHC sets.

The 97+ sets with front domes are ready, but the map bulbs are not as bright as I would like. For comparison, the one on the right represents what I can ship now. If anyone is interested but would like to wait, I will continue to search for bulbs bright like the one on the left.

RoyL

Great research you've done to the myriad of bulbs we need, Thx!
I have a 98 Cherokee, with dome light/RKE. The rear dome light has a different style connection than the front dome, see photo:



Looks like the same bulb as the front, but has the sleeve over the hooks for a press in fit vs a hook fit like the front, anybody have this type too? The LED festoon 44 looks like it has thicker loop material and will not fit thru this sleeve slot without opening it up with a small flat screwdriver or equivalent. Just wondering if I have something odd, or is this standard for the rear dome/cargo lamp? Thx.

SatiricalHen

I have that in the rear dome also

Snajo

I think I mixed the back ones up. It's been three months or so since I did mine. My Jeep is at a mechanic, so I'll check when I get it back.

I remember thinking "nah, I don't need a rear dome for bench testing cause it's easy. no way I'll forget this."

rayray0918

Sent you a PM for a set....thanks

Snajo

Interior sets for 97+ are ready to ship for interiors with the overhead console or front dome lamp. If interested PM me with your configuration and I'll send my paypal info. Thanks

Mk4r33t

Pm sent

Snajo

97+ interior sets are still good to go, but I continue to have issues with parts quality for dash lights and anything pre-97. I know there are good ones out there like the bulb in the upper right, but both of my bulk orders have yielding what you see in the center and lower left. I'll help point anyone that's interested in the right direction while I continue to work on finding a supplier.



Some minor updates that don't merit a new post:

I ordered small quantities from multiple suppliers in the hopes of finding good lights to finish off the pre-97 sets. Still a month off for initial 'test' shipments and probably two months before I can ship more than a handful of sets.

I did initial testing with the pre-97 gauge cluster I have. It looked pretty good. Results were very similar to what I got with the 97+ gauge cluster - blue, green, and white are bright and work well. White might be too bright even. Red works, but is dim. Yellow is very dim. The wiring isn't finished, so it liked to short out anytime I looked at it funny, so I didn't get pictures or do burn in tests. I like to let the bulbs I use sit powered on for a few days to see if any issues arise with the bulbs, sockets, or such.

Next I'll work on the warning/idiot light cluster and rocker switches (pre97)

Pre97 transmission and transfer case have the same issues as 97+. That is, blue, green, and white work pretty well, but red doesn't pass through the film backing on the transfer case facing. Even white comes out a little blue. I don't see an easy way to fix that just yet. With green and blue it doesn't matter. With white bulbs they have a blue tint. For red, it'll be dim, but using really bright red bulbs helps a bit. I should be able to send some test sets out in a couple weeks. Well see though.

The HVAC panel uses a single white bulb for back light.