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Review on Rugged Ridge 17235.59 Switch Pod Kit for Jeep Wrangler JK RHD: 4 Black Switches on A-Pillar (2011-2018) by Smiley Edwards

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Neat and clean control box

Most importantly, this part will meet your expectations. It replaces the left pillar trim on my JKU with another piece containing four blanks that can be cut to accommodate the switches. It sticks out further than the original fairing to have enough room to accommodate the back of the switches and wiring. Now for my list of complaints. The biggest part is cutting the blanks themselves. They need to be cut properly to accommodate the switches; but if the cuts are much larger, they penetrate the thin piece of plastic separating the switches. I used an Xacto knife. One little slip and I broke that barrier between switches. I can't tell any difference once the switches are set. Nothing is loose and I'm the only one who can see the error. One star less. In addition: It protrudes a few centimeters further than the factory rosette, so there is room at the back for the back of the switches and cables. If you don't want it, don't order. And the trim doesn't fit snugly or neatly into place. But then again, the original Jeep trim is no worse, and this detail is no worse. Summary: This is a clean and tidy way to keep four switches handy. But it's hard to cut those damn spaces cleanly.

Pros
  • Easy installation
Cons
  • Fits