Rear back up lights

[snapper7024]

I am looking to replace my back up lights on my 73 CJ5 . I can't seem to find the ones that look like the ones on there now. I wanted to get some feedback on some replacements others have done, what brand and hopefully some pics of it as well. thanks

 

[73CJ]

Trying to keep the 73 look I found these small clear lights. Not very bright. But that's what spotters are for . . . .

 

[mstar]

The OEM backup lights are available so I guess you want something different then stock. Lot of choices out there. Mike

 

[Purple77CJ7]

I added some extra lights on back, wired to a toggle switch for more light on the trail out back. I think it was a kit from KC lights. I mounted both lights on my bumper. I still have reverse lights with the tail lights.

 

[snapper7024]

I've seen some that say oem replacements but i am guessing the ones i have are not oem because they are way different looking. I really only need a lens for one side, the other is ok but i can't find anything that looks like that lens. I was just going to replace both because of that reason.

 

[CJ]

You should be able to buy replacement lenses at just about any 4x4 site - it is an Omix-Ada part, # 12405.04

Omix-Ada Part oai12405.04 - Back Up Lamp Lens Only

https://www.google.com/search?q=124..._U8wS1yIGQCg&ved=0CAsQ_AUoAw&biw=1443&bih=919

 

[snapper7024]

I've seen those and will most likely end up getting them. On one of my pics you can see the back up light lens. The lens it self is a lot bigger than what the omix-ada is. Mine sticks really past the gas cap.

 

[CJ]

How about a pic of what you want then? I have a 72 with original backup lights and they use the lenses I posted.

 

[snapper7024]

I'll see if i can find a better pic of them. If the lens will work i'll just buy two of those lenses you showed me. Thanks a bunch!

 

[CJ]

The lenses are held onto the base by a wire type snap ring - there are no screws. Are yours that way?

 

[snapper7024]

no mine has two small screws that hold the lens on.

 

[CJ]

Those are not original then, I will snap a pic tonight of an original one or just look here -->> Back-Up Lamp Assembly With Socket, Bulb and Wiring 945659

If you look closely you can see the wire clip ring holding the lens to the body. There is a gap at the bottom so you can pry the clip out.

Since you lamps aren't original you'll just have to measure and shop around, but stll snap a pic as someone might recognize them.

A bad shot showing mine.

 

[jdarg]

Those 72-75 CJ backup lights are fairly easy to find. I picked up a new set late last year off of ebay IIRC but I saw them in plenty of other places too. They are the type with the "bubble" lens and the snapring affixing it to the body of lamp.

They aren't 100% identical to stock, but they are really, really close.

 

[snapper7024]

Yeah seems like the route i may be taking. I don't know where these lights came fromon here now. My grandfather had the jeep previously. Does anyone know if there is a unit that has the brake light and reverse light all in one that they make for a 73 CJ5 ? I'm sure they have a universal if nothing else. Haven't seen one yet but just started looking in that as an option as well.

 

[73CJ]

73 CJ5s did have the same bulbous lens as did all Intermediates 72-75. 76 and up had a combo light.

 

[hdgapeach]

I've found odd ball lens covers on grainger.com a few times. Might be worth a look.