Dash light removal?

[Darren]

Hey guys, how do you replace the lamps in the dash lights ... specifically the wiper/heater/etc? I reached in the back and I got the plug out but I stopped when it looked like I would break something.
Thanks ... Darren

 

[broncodriver99]

The light bars are sealed and non repairable. Some guys have successfully grafted in small LEDs to get them working. They whole light bars are recently available aftermarket from most of the vendors.

 

[broncodriver99]

For '73 only http://www.wildhorses4x4.com/product/16525

For 74-77 http://www.wildhorses4x4.com/product/16526

 

[DirtDonk]

And yes, you may very well brake the housings trying to get the originals out of the dash. Usually just cracks though, so if they were still serviceable, it wouldn't be a deal-breaker.

But with the new ones finally available (and looking very snazzy when turned on I might add!) it's not as important to save the old ones.
But they sure are a tight fit in there! I've broken and saved a couple of sets over the years. Gotta squeeze pretty tight to clear the little tabs. I think there are two on top and two on the bottom, so it takes a goodly squeeze to get them past the dash.

Good luck.

Paul

 

[Darren]

Thanks guys, you saved me a lot of potential frustration.

 

[zonian]

I have the WH replacement light bars, easiest upgrade I made and they work great.

 

[nutter3]

http://www.bcbroncos.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=26_56&products_id=1874
This is another (cheaper) option. I did it, you use your original housing and have to enlarge the hole for the LED. Do not use a regular drill, you will just shatter the old brittle housing. A dremel with proper attachment works much better.

 

[Darren]

Thanks for the tip.

 

[Slednut10]

I used a step drill for mine. Go slow and it works slick.