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Old Jul 2, 2013 | 09:11 AM
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I purchased the Isee-Systems LED military tail lamp conversion kit earlier this month and they arrived today so I thought I'd do a write up on the installation. Here's how they arrived
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They were well packaged
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Here's what was in the box: 2 tail lights, two transformers, instructions, and a small bag with two zip ties and four washers
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Here's the tail lights out of package
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Ok, start by removing the two screws that hold the factory tail light onto the body. Save them, you will reuse.
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Old Jul 2, 2013 | 09:18 AM
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Next, disconnect the factory wiring by pressing down on the tab and pulling apart
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At this point you can set the factory tail light aside
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Now remove the transistor and prepare to mount it to the square hole in the body
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Transistor is mounted
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Next, attach the bullet connectors from the new tail light to the transistor (there is no proper way, just connect them)
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Old Jul 2, 2013 | 09:25 AM
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Here is a photo of the connectors properly seated
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Now connect the main plug to the factory harness (there is an X on the side that matches the tab on the factory harness so you don't try to insert it upside down and damage the pins inside the harness)
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The plug does not snap together but it is snug
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In order to secure the plug together, use one of the supplied zip ties and place it between the wires then fasten
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Next, place one of the provided washers on the screw that holds the tail light on the body
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Old Jul 2, 2013 | 09:32 AM
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Now place the tail light assembly in position and replace the screws
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Your new light is now installed
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These lights are very bright and look to be well made. The only complaint I found was the housing is a little larger than stock and it does not sit perfectly flush with the side of the body (as in where the body curves from the side to the rear). There is a tiny gap between the light and body. Also, I was hoping the housing would be aluminum or steel.
Anyway, they look great and I'm happy.
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Old Jul 9, 2013 | 06:31 AM
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any chance of night pics?
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Old Jul 9, 2013 | 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by osubauer

"The only complaint I found was the housing is a little larger than stock and it does not sit perfectly flush with the side of the body (as in where the body curves from the side to the rear). There is a tiny gap between the light and body."
They look great. Have you asked ISEE about the gap, and if so do they have any info on getting them to seat better?
Anyway we could see a picture of the "gap?"
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Old Jul 9, 2013 | 07:09 PM
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looks nice. any chance you have night pictures?
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Old Jul 11, 2013 | 06:46 PM
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I'll take some night shots and macro shots of the gap and post tomorrow.
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Old Jul 19, 2013 | 07:24 AM
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not sure if I am sold on the looks
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Old Oct 16, 2013 | 03:10 AM
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Originally Posted by osubauer
Now place the tail light assembly in position and replace the screws
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Your new light is now installed
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Here are a couple action shots
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These lights are very bright and look to be well made. The only complaint I found was the housing is a little larger than stock and it does not sit perfectly flush with the side of the body (as in where the body curves from the side to the rear). There is a tiny gap between the light and body. Also, I was hoping the housing would be aluminum or steel.
Anyway, they look great and I'm happy.

They really do look great, thanks for the write up. The $490 price tag is very steep but I have found nothing better. Cheaper, yes but not better. Those will be the last pair of tail lights you will need even if you keep the Jeep for another 20 years. These look great on my 2011 Call of Duty.

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