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Old 09-29-2015, 03:39 PM
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hey guys, I'm wanting to reposition my offroad light switch somewhere a little easier to access rather than under the dash. I was wondering if anyone knew what was behind here




nothing has ever lit up there since I've had it and it doesn't say in the manual. I would like to know before I hack it up though.
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That panel has the clock electronics attached to backside. Could replace that panel with a stock dummy panel if you want to put switches there.
Here are pics of the clock variations.
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I put mine in factory foglight switch location
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I wired mine to the front of the aftermarket cupholder in the console. I can easily slid my fingers down the front of it and operate the switch, which is also a lighted rocker. Keeps from fumbling around the dash..
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thanks steve! I always wondered what that black square was. that gives me a few ideas, I also considered putting it down on my shifter bezel for quick and easy access. that would probably be the better way so I don't have to fab up a new plate to stick behind the dash
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If the clock location is your preferred spot, should be able to find a dummy panel for a dollar or two in the part-out section the classifieds, here on the forum.
I use that location for switches and stuck a digital clock over the idiot lights.
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I wired mine to the front of the aftermarket cupholder in the console. I can easily slid my fingers down the front of it and operate the switch, which is also a lighted rocker. Keeps from fumbling around the dash..
What about when doing e-brake turns, do the switches get hit? lol
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http://www.prime4x4.com/index.htm has a switch plate for that spot any many others if you want.
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Here is where I placed mine very easy to see and reach without taking your eyes off the trail.
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see below

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What about when doing e-brake turns, do the switches get hit? lol
Nope, not at all. Can spin right or left and the switch isn't in the way...
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I really like the idea for the pillar pod switches, I might have to invest in a few and do that! for now I'm gonna find some spots and see how I like them, I'd love to see other places the switches have been put as well
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eepjeep look at the prime 4x4 link i posted,Or https://www.dirtboundoffroad.com/jee...cessories.html
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Andrew, those might be just what I'm looking for. thanks a lot! I've seen a few people run those but didn't know if they made them or if someone sold them. guess I should have asked
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Some do make their own but both sites sell just the panel with out the switchs cheap,And you can order whatever switches you like.If you want different switches https://otrattw.net/home.php has them in any way you can want.


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