Genright fenders and side marker lights

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For those running Genright fenders, what are you using for side/turn signal lights? I bought a set of Blaine's 3 wire LEDs for the front, but need something on the side.
 
I don’t know if they were with Genright fenders, but someone had post a little while back that they used these for a side marker light I think.

psler Motorcycle LED Handlebar Mount Mini Turn Signal Indicator Lights Lamps Blinker Running Light Brake Clutch Lever Mount Fit for Touring Models 2014-2020 Softail 2016-2017 with Hydraulic Clutch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BPM2T338/?tag=wranglerorg-20
 
I bought the GR kit. I wouldn't buy it again. I've replaced the cheap 3/4" ambers with some much better Truck-Lite versions. If I were to do it over, I'd just get four of the Truck-Lite 3/4" ambers.
 
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Irun said:
For those running Genright fenders, what are you using for side/turn signal lights? I bought a set of Blaine's 3 wire LEDs for the front, but need something on the side.
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I changed to headlights that had a turn signal built in.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GNU4944/?tag=wranglerorg-20

I think others have done the JK lights in the grille. I didn't want to modify the stock grille. I'm happy and never think about it.
 
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Irun said:
For those running Genright fenders, what are you using for side/turn signal lights? I bought a set of Blaine's 3 wire LEDs for the front, but need something on the side.
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Get another set from Blaine (and run it as a 2 wire?).
 
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L J said:
I bought the GR kit. I wouldn't buy it again. I've replaced the cheap 3/4" ambers with some much better Truck-Lite versions. If I were to do it over, I'd just get four of the Truck-Lite 3/4" ambers.
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I talked to someone local who told me they had light failures. That's the primary reason I didn't buy their kit!
 
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MountaineerTom said:
I don’t know if they were with Genright fenders, but someone had post a little while back that they used these for a side marker light I think.

psler Motorcycle LED Handlebar Mount Mini Turn Signal Indicator Lights Lamps Blinker Running Light Brake Clutch Lever Mount Fit for Touring Models 2014-2020 Softail 2016-2017 with Hydraulic Clutch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BPM2T338/?tag=wranglerorg-20
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Those look tough and useful.

I’ve got the Genright set up- so far so good but we live in the best era for small lights. LEDs are great.
 
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Irun said:
I may end up doing this by installing a second set from Blaine on the inner fender. I'll need both the side markers and turn signals to pass inspection in VA though.
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That stinks. Locally they pass because of how they mount on that corner gusset which angles them a little. I think they just technically have to be visible from the side towards the front? I don't know the exact wording.

I just run jk turns and have not had any issues in 4 years fwiw.
 
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I ended up buying the GR kit with the fenders. Then, before installing, I found the MetalCloak dual-use marker/turn signal front light.

So my setup isn't the cheapest but got me what I wanted:

Front:

https://metalcloak.com/dual-function-led-marker-blinker-light-tj-lj.html
From my build:

https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/building-homer-2005-tj-build-thread.69559/page-4#post-1395825
Side Marker (I installed GR after seeing @AndyG's use of them and liked the look - I wanted a side turn signal because we have a lot of double-lane roads around here and I want the person next to me to know to get the F&%* out of the way lol):

https://genright.com/shop-by-vehicle/jeep-tj-97-06/led-stealth-marker-blinker-light-kit-4-light/
From my build:

https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/building-homer-2005-tj-build-thread.69559/page-7#post-1429039
This gave me the setup I wanted with markers up front and turn signals on front and side. I think you're use of the BMB at the front and in the wheel well will give you a similar outcome. I actually was thinking of something similar with just using the circular LEDs before I settled on this setup.
 
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Superbright LEDs has bolt LEDs.

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-Mac
 
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FarFire70 said:
I ended up buying the GR kit with the fenders. Then, before installing, I found the MetalCloak dual-use marker/turn signal front light.

So my setup isn't the cheapest but got me what I wanted:

Front:

[URL]https://metalcloak.com/dual-function-led-marker-blinker-light-tj-lj.html[/URL]

From my build:

[URL]https://wranglertjforum.com/th...005-tj-build-thread.69559/page-4#post-1395825[/URL]

Side Marker (I installed GR after seeing @AndyG's use of them and liked the look - I wanted a side turn signal because we have a lot of double-lane roads around here and I want the person next to me to know to get the F&%* out of the way lol):

[URL]https://genright.com/shop-by-v...led-stealth-marker-blinker-light-kit-4-light/[/URL]

From my build:

[URL]https://wranglertjforum.com/th...005-tj-build-thread.69559/page-7#post-1429039[/URL]

This gave me the setup I wanted with markers up front and turn signals on front and side. I think you're use of the BMB at the front and in the wheel well will give you a similar outcome. I actually was thinking of something similar with just using the circular LEDs before I settled on this setup.
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I know what I’m buying - good set up. I had no idea you could get those. Good job. Build looks good.
 
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MountaineerTom said:
I think he’s referring to side facing lights, not the forward facing ones.
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The GR fenders don’t really have a place to mount anything directly on the side. The angled front edge with the 3/4” Amber is all I use for a side marker. Something could be mounted underneath on the inner fender, but like @Longwhitejeep said, I’m not sure how Virginia law states the side marker must be mounted, but I counted the 3/4” Amber on the angle as a side marker.

Do turn signals have to wrap around the side of the rig? Mine are just on front. Never had an issue. YMMV.
 
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JMT said:
The GR fenders don’t really have a place to mount anything directly on the side. The angled front edge with the 3/4” Amber is all I use for a side marker. Something could be mounted underneath on the inner fender, but like @Longwhitejeep said, I’m not sure how Virginia law states the side marker must be mounted, but I counted the 3/4” Amber on the angle as a side marker.

Do turn signals have to wrap around the side of the rig? Mine are just on front. Never had an issue. YMMV.
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Yeah I assumed with the angle if the gen right 3/4 round led in the gusset hole, that was side mount enough.
 
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