{"product_id":"corner-armor-for-fold-down-tailgate-with-tail-light-system-jeep-wrangler-tj-96-06-steel","title":"Steel Corner Armor for Fold Down Tailgate - With Tail Light System - Jeep Wrangler TJ 96-06","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"mzm7mz\" data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eBuilders 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eThese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eConstructed 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003eTail lights are sold separately. Motobilt recommends Baja Designs S2 lights part number MB6504.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"4wqru4\" data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"3184\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gauvi4\" data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eDesigned for 1996-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wm4c8e\" data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eDesigned specifically for use with drop down tailgate conversions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ubxg4f\" data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003eFully recessed tail light system for improved protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y0bjds\" data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003eInternal brackets mount lights inside the corner armor structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cmd6pr\" data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2613\"\u003eOuter trim ring matches the appearance of Motobilt Bobbed Bed and El Jefe stretch corner systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jj8whj\" data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2664\"\u003eDesigned around Baja Designs S2 auxiliary lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"124xfox\" data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003eTail lights sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rzszah\" data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2737\"\u003eRecommended light kit part number MB6504\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lhe5dl\" data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003eSmaller S2 light package allows installation on factory-length TJ tubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"un82ta\" data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2886\"\u003eRear passenger side panel does not include factory tailgate hinge cutouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ulu8zn\" data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"2925\"\u003eMaintains factory wheel well opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bx5a7z\" data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"2964\"\u003eConstructed from 3\/16-inch A36 steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wn1p7z\" data-start=\"2965\" data-end=\"3025\"\u003eRequires drilling holes into the Jeep tub for installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16lm5pr\" data-start=\"3026\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003eCompatible with Motobilt Drop Down Tailgate part number MB1168\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"j82p8d\" data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3166\"\u003eCompatible with Motobilt Fender Flares part numbers MB1088-2 and MB1088-4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jq0nz0\" data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3184\"\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"nh62sj\" data-start=\"3186\" data-end=\"3210\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6xec53\" data-start=\"3212\" data-end=\"3231\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3258\"\u003e1996-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"165cf71\" data-start=\"3260\" data-end=\"3272\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3282\"\u003eA36 Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3d45ln\" data-start=\"3284\" data-end=\"3306\"\u003eMaterial Thickness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3316\"\u003e3\/16 Inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"bpec4l\" data-start=\"3318\" data-end=\"3332\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3355\"\u003e18.5\" x 11.5\" x 50.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mjw76u\" data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3367\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3368\" data-end=\"3374\"\u003e69 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1k5awjq\" data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3404\"\u003eTail Light Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3437\"\u003eBaja Designs S2 Auxiliary Lights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1gpwsgr\" data-start=\"3439\" data-end=\"3464\"\u003eRecommended Light Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3465\" data-end=\"3471\"\u003eMB6504\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12xku69\" data-start=\"3473\" data-end=\"3490\"\u003eWheel Opening\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3491\" data-end=\"3517\"\u003eFactory Wheel Well Opening\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wro87\" data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3535\"\u003eManufactured\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3536\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"139wxyx\" data-start=\"3553\" data-end=\"3573\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3575\" data-end=\"4046\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gjm8k0\" data-start=\"3575\" data-end=\"3643\"\u003eRequires drilling holes into the side of the tub for installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16a7g5h\" data-start=\"3644\" data-end=\"3700\"\u003eTest fit all components before final coating or paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5qh3o0\" data-start=\"3701\" data-end=\"3770\"\u003eDesigned for builders using aftermarket drop down tailgate systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k86735\" data-start=\"3771\" data-end=\"3836\"\u003eCompatible with Motobilt Drop Down Tailgate part number MB1168.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kio51s\" data-start=\"3837\" data-end=\"3906\"\u003eDesigned to pair with Motobilt Fender Flares MB1088-2 and MB1088-4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"58wg6p\" data-start=\"3907\" data-end=\"3952\"\u003eBaja Designs S2 lights are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kuzsjv\" data-start=\"3953\" data-end=\"4046\"\u003eSome fitting may be required depending on previous body modifications or aftermarket armor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"hkd5a4\" data-start=\"4048\" data-end=\"4076\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6ru6cr\" data-start=\"4078\" data-end=\"4154\"\u003eWhat makes this tail light system different from factory TJ tail lights?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4156\" data-end=\"4356\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wmlu9o\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"72\"\u003eCan I buy just the tail light assembly with the Baja Designs lights?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"301\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eNo. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"j2ymyk\" data-start=\"4664\" data-end=\"4714\"\u003eAre the lights included with the corner armor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4716\" data-end=\"4792\"\u003eNo. Tail lights are sold separately. Motobilt recommends part number MB6504.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1elqkif\" data-start=\"4794\" data-end=\"4841\"\u003eWhat is the purpose of the outer trim ring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4843\" data-end=\"5012\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pp5pce\" data-start=\"5014\" data-end=\"5085\"\u003eWhy does this corner armor not have factory tailgate hinge cutouts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5087\" data-end=\"5277\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"2n6rrw\" data-start=\"5279\" data-end=\"5337\"\u003eDo I need to drill into the Jeep tub to install these?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5339\" data-end=\"5415\"\u003eYes. Installation requires drilling mounting holes into the side of the tub.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Motobilt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46847927943252,"sku":"MB1239-TL","price":469.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2714\/8736\/files\/MB1239-TL-with-TL.jpg?v=1780406065","url":"https:\/\/motobilt.com\/products\/corner-armor-for-fold-down-tailgate-with-tail-light-system-jeep-wrangler-tj-96-06-steel","provider":"Motobilt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}