I did not as it was part of my rebuild after the fire so I fitted new 300tdi wiring looms throughout to match. But I plan on using the adapters shown for my station wagon rebuild.
What Rear Lights Do I Need ?
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The body work holes are the same size as the new bracket hole’s unfortunately. They look smaller in the photo, but that’s a hoptical conclusion.
Also the newer corner brackets are longer than the originals. It looks like they actually go under the tub cappings by about 15mm, but the originals just butted up to them 
Either that, or some past owner cut a half inch off them for easier fitment.
Either that, or some past owner cut a half inch off them for easier fitment.Anaconda
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Are the correct panels not available?
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YRM Ref YRM 248 JLR/OEM Ref MUC8717 (LHS) MUC8716 (RHS) Description PAIR HDG Rear Light Cluster Capping - LR Defender (83-93) Fits 1983 - 1993 Defender Thickness/Material 1.2mm Mild Steel Finish Hot Dipped Galvanised Extra Information Can be bought individually, please email for...
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I seen those. I was too miserable to spend that, but spent 30 quid on the ones I’ve got, that are probably going to cost me more to sort out. Thanks for making me feel sh*t about it nowPAIR HDG Rear Light Cluster Capping - LR Defender (83-93) - YRM Metal Solutions
YRM Ref YRM 248 JLR/OEM Ref MUC8717 (LHS) MUC8716 (RHS) Description PAIR HDG Rear Light Cluster Capping - LR Defender (83-93) Fits 1983 - 1993 Defender Thickness/Material 1.2mm Mild Steel Finish Hot Dipped Galvanised Extra Information Can be bought individually, please email for...
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Don't worry, that's the exact same thing I would doI seen those. I was too miserable to spend that, but spent 30 quid on the ones I’ve got, that are probably going to cost me more to sort out. Thanks for making me feel sh*t about it now
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Can you fix a piece of metal then on the inside ? Re drill the hole for the old size lights you use.
Bit of tiger seal type stuff & the screws for the light will hold it in place.
Internal covers will hide any work you do.
You can not put the plate between capping & bodywork as it would leave a gap. This is also why you cut the inch off to make sure top cappings have no gaps
I have considered that as well, but I’m warming to the idea of newer lights, possibly even LED. On cutting the bracket down. The replacement galv ones have a very clear mark, and are shinier where they have been tucked under the capping. It’s actually making me wonder what they have come off of !!! They are bare galvanised and have never been painted either, so I’m thinking a pick up or similar ???
I’ve ended up ordering this kit. I’ll get the new lights shorty. The decider was having the convenience of just unplugging the lights for any future works. I’m not convinced they will all earth though. Time will tell.Don't worry, that's the exact same thing I would do
