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Rlpetty43
11-22-2015, 06:50 PM
So I have some lights I am planning on adding to my 91 XJ, some off the sides and to the rear and maybe some day rock lights. I am pondering ideas for switch placement. One Idea I have is to use the panel that is to the right of the main cluster. My question is has anyone used this location before? Also I have already filled the other switch bays with my locker, and OBA switches, I have my front bumper LEDs on a foot dimmer switch which I find very handy!

4.3LXJ
11-22-2015, 07:52 PM
I have. I trashed the clock and put two there. However I a am going to add more switches and am planning on taking that out and also the cig lighter panel and putting one solid panel there with the cig lighter, and two usd plug ins

Rlpetty43
11-22-2015, 08:05 PM
I have. I trashed the clock and put two there. However I a am going to add more switches and am planning on taking that out and also the cig lighter panel and putting one solid panel there with the cig lighter, and two usd plug ins

a buddy of mines XJ was just an empty cover I guess what I need to do is fine some decent micro type switches to put in that little panel, I'm using solid state relays so switch ratings are of little concern.

4.3LXJ
11-22-2015, 08:06 PM
I am using custom rocker switches

Rlpetty43
11-22-2015, 08:33 PM
20 Pcs AC 250V/6A 125V/10A 2-Pin SPST I/O Panel Mount Boat Rocker Switch - Electrical Outlet Switches - Amazon.com@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Tb0bX%2BQJL.@@AMEPARAM@@41Tb0bX%2BQJL I am thinking one could fit several of these into that spot if needed.

bluedragon436
11-23-2015, 04:33 AM
Been wishing the 97+ had panels to the side of the cluster like the 96- had.. Found a few options other then using that panel..

http://media.dirtboundoffroad.com/media/catalog/product/cache/2/thumbnail/398x398/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/l/2/l23mqv98tf5m9c86o4pv5gudx8aqn3p_1.jpg (http://www.dirtboundoffroad.com/xj-switch-panel-and-gauge-pod-1986-96.html)

or

http://media.dirtboundoffroad.com/media/catalog/product/cache/2/image/398x398/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/7/c/7c4p24wmd15h75empw7nmr4wcovmkro.jpg (http://www.dirtboundoffroad.com/xj-coin-tray-switch-panel.html)

Rlpetty43
11-23-2015, 08:15 AM
I like that,did you make the panels? I don't need that many switches but that is a clean setup.

XJ Wheeler
11-23-2015, 11:27 AM
I converted that blank panel to be my second switch panel. Although I probably put more into it than needed it works very well. But there's not a ton of room behind it so no really long switches.

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XJ Wheeler
11-23-2015, 11:28 AM
Couple more...

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Mudderoy
11-23-2015, 01:02 PM
I converted that blank panel to be my second switch panel. Although I probably put more into it than needed it works very well. But there's not a ton of room behind it so no really long switches.

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Do you pull out a switch diagram to know what switch does what? :P

Rlpetty43
11-23-2015, 02:41 PM
that looks great good job!

NW99XJ
11-24-2015, 12:34 PM
Unfortunately I have a late model, so my switch panel pics wont help you much.
But if you want some other options, check out PRIME 4x4 (http://www.prime4x4.com/shop/Switch-And-Control-Panels.htm)
They have some cool stuff for you to buy, or that might give you some of your own ideas.
;)

http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/1095/sp8496xj_df001c_1024x_x.jpg

http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/1095/sp8496xj_dh011a1_1024x_20150501143838.jpg

Rlpetty43
12-02-2015, 08:06 AM
Unfortunately I have a late model, so my switch panel pics wont help you much.
But if you want some other options, check out PRIME 4x4 (http://www.prime4x4.com/shop/Switch-And-Control-Panels.htm)
They have some cool stuff for you to buy, or that might give you some of your own ideas.
;)

http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/1095/sp8496xj_df001c_1024x_x.jpg

http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/1095/sp8496xj_dh011a1_1024x_20150501143838.jpg

Thanks I'll check that out to0 I appreciate everyone's input when I do something I will post up!

NW99XJ
12-03-2015, 09:17 AM
Thanks I'll check that out to0 I appreciate everyone's input when I do something I will post up!
Always glad to see someone else's take on switch placement, and what they come up with.