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Replacing headlight wires

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Strider380, Nov 4, 2007.

  1. Nov 4, 2007
    Strider380

    Strider380 Can I have a zip tie?

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    Is the any way to replace the head light wire down to the termination point in the headlight? I was going to cut the wires short, solder on new ones and slide heat shrink over any existing cloth insulation. Sure would be nice to have new copper down there too tho! This is for my 57 m38a1, and the headlights are recessed a bit compared to a cj5.
     
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    sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

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    You can purchase new sockets for the headlights that have about 6" of wire on them.

    I had to do that for mine after they ate two of my H4 bulbs. :rofl:
     
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    scott milliner

    scott milliner Master Fabricator

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    1960willyscj5

    1960willyscj5 Well-Known Member

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    You might want to consider using relays also,- to cut down the amperage running through the dash wiring. Not original, I know. However -:):hurrican:
     
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    sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

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    Article in the tech section on wiring up a relay I wrote with links to others too.
     
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