Product Description
Builders who spend time wheeling a Jeep TJ know rear tail lights rarely survive long once the Jeep starts seeing real trail use. Factory tail lights sit exposed on the rear corners where they are vulnerable to rocks, trees, ledges, and body damage during tight trail maneuvers and rock crawling. Once larger tires, increased suspension travel, and aggressive departure angles are added to the build, protecting rear lighting becomes a real concern.
The Motobilt Corner Armor for the Jeep Wrangler TJ was designed around a fully recessed tail light system that tucks the lights safely inside the corner armor structure. Instead of mounting exposed lights on the outside of the body, these corners use internal mounting brackets that position the lights deep inside the armor for maximum protection on the trail. An outer trim ring finishes the opening and gives the corners a clean appearance similar to the Motobilt Bobbed Bed and El Jefe 15-inch stretch corner designs.
These corners are designed specifically around the Baja Designs S2 auxiliary light platform rather than the larger Squadron lights used on larger stretch corner systems. Using the smaller S2 light package allows this recessed tail light system to fit properly within the dimensions of a factory-length Jeep TJ tub without extensive body modifications. Builders wanting protected rear lighting on a standard TJ body now have a clean solution that integrates properly into the corner armor itself.
The rear passenger side panel also eliminates factory tailgate hinge cutouts for builders running a drop down tailgate conversion. This creates a cleaner body profile once the factory swing gate hardware has been removed.
Constructed from 3/16-inch A36 steel, these corners are built for real off-road abuse and reinforce vulnerable rear body sections while maintaining the factory wheel well opening. Like many Motobilt products, these corners were developed from real fabrication experience and understanding how Jeep builds evolve over time.
Tail lights are sold separately. Motobilt recommends Baja Designs S2 lights part number MB6504.
Important Information
- Designed for 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ
- Designed specifically for use with drop down tailgate conversions
- Fully recessed tail light system for improved protection
- Internal brackets mount lights inside the corner armor structure
- Outer trim ring matches the appearance of Motobilt Bobbed Bed and El Jefe stretch corner systems
- Designed around Baja Designs S2 auxiliary lights
- Tail lights sold separately
- Recommended light kit part number MB6504
- Smaller S2 light package allows installation on factory-length TJ tubs
- Rear passenger side panel does not include factory tailgate hinge cutouts
- Maintains factory wheel well opening
- Constructed from 3/16-inch A36 steel
- Requires drilling holes into the Jeep tub for installation
- Compatible with Motobilt Drop Down Tailgate part number MB1168
- Compatible with Motobilt Fender Flares part numbers MB1088-2 and MB1088-4
- Made in the USA
Product Specifications
Vehicle Fitment
1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ
Material
A36 Steel
Material Thickness
3/16 Inch
Dimensions
18.5" x 11.5" x 50.25"
Weight
69 lbs
Tail Light Compatibility
Baja Designs S2 Auxiliary Lights
Recommended Light Kit
MB6504
Wheel Opening
Factory Wheel Well Opening
Manufactured
Made in the USA
Installation Notes
- Requires drilling holes into the side of the tub for installation.
- Test fit all components before final coating or paint.
- Designed for builders using aftermarket drop down tailgate systems.
- Compatible with Motobilt Drop Down Tailgate part number MB1168.
- Designed to pair with Motobilt Fender Flares MB1088-2 and MB1088-4.
- Baja Designs S2 lights are sold separately.
- Some fitting may be required depending on previous body modifications or aftermarket armor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this tail light system different from factory TJ tail lights?
The lights are recessed inside the corner armor structure rather than mounted exposed on the outside of the body. This helps protect the lights from trail damage during rock crawling and off-road use.
Can I buy just the tail light assembly with the Baja Designs lights?
No. The recessed tail light assembly is not sold separately. The complete corner armor system is required because the internal mounting structure and recessed light brackets are integrated directly into the corner armor design.
Are the lights included with the corner armor?
No. Tail lights are sold separately. Motobilt recommends part number MB6504.
What is the purpose of the outer trim ring?
The trim ring finishes the recessed light opening and gives the corners a clean appearance similar to the Motobilt Bobbed Bed and El Jefe 15-inch stretch corner systems.
Why does this corner armor not have factory tailgate hinge cutouts?
This version is designed for builders using a drop down tailgate setup instead of the factory swing gate. Eliminating the hinge cutouts creates a cleaner appearance on the rear corner panel.
Do I need to drill into the Jeep tub to install these?
Yes. Installation requires drilling mounting holes into the side of the tub.
