96- to 97+ Console Swap Write Up

[BIGSLVRXJ]

Alright guys my console swap is finally close to done and I have pics! I now have a 1998 XJ's console in my 1990. The swap was fairly straightforward(as far as I went) although as of right now I have no emergency brake and weak rear air. I'll try to explain what I did with each picture.

Here is what the 97+bracket and rear air duct look like.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/jeepguy1990/DuctResized.jpg

The 97+ rear air duct falls about 1.5" short of the actual dash duct-hence why I have weak rear air.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/jeepguy1990/DuctCloseUpResized.jpg

This shows the gap at the front of the console-the new one is shorter than the old one because the 97+ dash came out further.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/jeepguy1990/GapofConsoleResized.jpg

As you can see here I don't have an E-Brake right now because I still need to get one from a 97+. The handle needs to be moved to the left about 1" to fit into the new console slot. For right now its providing a nice home for my sunflower seeds though.Sorry, I'm a jackass.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/jeepguy1990/TopViewofConsoleResized.jpg

Other views....
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/jeepguy1990/SideViewofConsoleResized.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/jeepguy1990/RearViewofConsoleResized.jpg

So time to compare/contrast...

The Ups....
1.Bigger cupholders-easily fits a 20oz. pop bottle for example.
2.Cupholders that don't interfere with anything-leg room or console lid closing.
3.Taller all around.
4.CD slots in console storage-for me this was a big one, I hate having the damn visor things for CDs, I don't know why, they just bother me.
5.A lot easier and quicker to take out-no separating insert from main body and remembering which size screw goes where-1 piece console and all the same thread of screw.
6.Flip storage/Ashtray in the middle of the console.(in front of the cupholders)

The Downs...
1. The gap at the front-I'm trying to figure out a way to fill this with something, but at the same time it really doesn't bother me very much.
2. Weak rear air-I will for sure find a way to extend that duct to reach the dash duct. I will probably hack my old one apart and somehow mold the two together.
3. Having to move e-brake-I'm sure this is a fairly easy fix with a sawzall and 3 hours of a Saturday.
4. Loosey goosey ars end of the console-the bracket is only fastened by two screws to the floor and then the center console bucket is fastened with 2 screws to the bracket. I'm sure this would be easily enough fixed with drilling a hole in the bracket's 3rd leg, in the floorboard and then inserting a screw.
5. Gear shifter bracket won't line up-For me this wasn't a problem.I have actually swapped a 97+ gear shifter assembly into mine also. I like the bent assembly better than 96-'s straight ones. If you want the gear shift bracket to line up you will either have to swap a 97+ assembly in or move the bracket on your old assembly.

What you need to grab from the 97+ unit...
1. Console Shell
2. Storage Bucket that fits in console
3. Console Lid AND LATCH-that isn't broken.
4. Gear Shifter and T-Case Bezel
5. Rear Air Duct
6. E-Brake Lever
7. Console Bracket
8. Screws
9. And of course the whole gear shifter assembly-if desired.

I have read through this several times and hope I didn't miss anything.I am very happy with how little work this required and how it turned out. I absolutely love everything about the new console. Sorry I can't be of more help on the emergency brake because I know to you offroad guys it's pretty important, to me it's just not. All I can say is it should be easy as long as you pull the 97+ one and you have a sawzall. I honestly don't think it would require a whole lot of adjusting because you just aren't moving it very far.
Hope this helps anyone and everyone who is thinking about doing this mod. If anyone has questions feel free to ask away. My total came to $35.00 by the way.
Keep it real,
Collin

[footdale]

Those pics just reminded me that I need to clean out the heep real bad. Nice work.

[BIGSLVRXJ]

Those pics just reminded me that I need to clean out the heep real bad. Nice work.

A clean heep is a happy heep. :cheers: Don't forget to clean the sunflower seeds out from underneath the console.

[cherokeeproject]

looks good i think.
ive been considering doing alot of interior work to my 87 cherokee pioneer, i would like to swap the center console with a later model xj as well, maybe 98 or so. as well as install a new dash, carpet, headliner, etc. etc. (i hate my interior color) but do you know if the console changed from 87 to 90? if so let me know. also, where did u get that console? junk yard?

p.s. i would like to see how the e brake turns out

[red_01_xj]

looks great...if i had an older xj i would consider doning this...hopefully the ebrake works out

[BIGSLVRXJ]

Hey thanks for responding guys. I was really happy with the way it ended up looking.It really would look very close to factory if I had the ebrake in. I did end up getting mine from a junkyard.The $35 I paid included the console with all bezels and stuff plus the rear air duct, obviously minus the e-brake handle. If anyone else has questions or comments I would be happy to hear them. The console did not change from 87-90 as far as I know, in fact it shouldn't have changed from 84-96 much except for like different gear shifter bezel. I will post pics once I have the ebrake installed.

[Yucca-Man]

Cover the gap with some thin balsa wrapped in foil, or use cardboard bent and cut to shape...etc.

[BIGSLVRXJ]

Thanks Jim that sounds like a good idea, I may try it. Where do you buy just bulk balsa wood? I've only seen it in the airplane form.

[Scrambler013]

I wonder if that would work in an 89 MJ? I would probably have to put the ebrake on the floor like that instead of the pedal assembly under the dash. Hmmm, now you got me thinking(and that is usually not a good thing).:laugh:

Looks really good! I like it a lot, now if I could just get my hands on the father-in-laws 92 XJ to practice on. :laugh:

[red_01_xj]

I wonder if that would work in an 89 MJ? I would probably have to put the ebrake on the floor like that instead of the pedal assembly under the dash. Hmmm, now you got me thinking(and that is usually not a good thing).:laugh:

Looks really good! I like it a lot, now if I could just get my hands on the father-in-laws 92 XJ to practice on. :laugh:

i think if i had the ebrake pedal it would be better and easier then i would use that open space for something else like switches or a cb radio (if there is enough room)

[JEEPZZ]

I wonder if that would work in an 89 MJ?

Yep, works on MJ's too.

http://home.earthlink.net/~jeepzz/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/xj_console_99_into_90.jpg

[ren]

Yeah, I just did my MJ, like, not even twenty minutes ago. My apoligies for forgetting your name, CollinM, but I did give credit to "someone did this within the last week." over in the MODS. forum, It looks quite different from the original console. Thank you for the swap info. Ren

[Atl XJ]

I wouldnt worry too much about the "weak rear air" mine hasnt worked worth a shit since it was new. The only time you can even really feel it is on high and its still marginal then.

[BIGSLVRXJ]

Scrambler-no need for practice just get one and get 'er done. It will be easy in your MJ as long as you have bench seats. Also, I would leave the ebrake under the dash as well. As you saw with my sunflower seed example that space can actually prove handy because the brushes kind of hold things in place there. Just a thought.

ren-no problem, I knew it had been done a few times before it just didnt seem like there was a very clear write up so I figured I'd do one.

Atl XJ-I used to have really good rear air, do you think you might just have a weak blower motor?

[sbxj]

CollinM, nice seats....http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/jeepguy1990/RearViewofConsoleResized.jpg are those the originals?

[BIGSLVRXJ]

No actually leather from www.nwautoleather.com 800 bucks though so most don't think its worth it. Actually original seats but new seat covers.

[Atl XJ]

Atl XJ-I used to have really good rear air, do you think you might just have a weak blower motor?

I bought my XJ a few years back from the original owner, with whom I am friends with. I know first hand that from day one the rear vent never worked very well with the a/c. It does work pretty good on heat though. Maybe its because I have the newer 134 A/C system? My XJ's air blows pretty hard out of the vents, defrost, or whatever setting its on so the blower motor is fine.

Btw, the console swap would be worth it just to have good cup holders without having to give up the emergency brake like on mine. My cup holder makes the E brake almost useless.

[BIGSLVRXJ]

I bought my XJ a few years back from the original owner, with whom I am friends with. I know first hand that from day one the rear vent never worked very well with the a/c. It does work pretty good on heat though. Maybe its because I have the newer 134 A/C system? My XJ's air blows pretty hard out of the vents, defrost, or whatever setting its on so the blower motor is fine.

Btw, the console swap would be worth it just to have good cup holders without having to give up the emergency brake like on mine. My cup holder makes the E brake almost useless.

Yeah actually my rear worked better on heat too. x2 on the cupholder thing too, I would actually crack my cupholder a little bit everytime I had to use the ebrake.

[smccollamjr]

Colin, Have you got the e-brake in yet? That's the only thing keeping me from doing this mod. I have a 5-speed and live in WV, so I need my e-brake.
Thanks.

[BIGSLVRXJ]

I actually haven't gotten around to the ebrake yet. I'm sorry its not happening real fast but like I said for me its not a huge priority. I will let you guys know right away when I get it in though.

[Avanteone]

I'm glad I found this. I scored a COMPLETE '97 parts rig and I'm gonna steal the console, e-brake, etc. EVERYTHING out of it and put into my '90.

Thanks for the info.

John

[BIGSLVRXJ]

I'm glad I found this. I scored a COMPLETE '97 parts rig and I'm gonna steal the console, e-brake, etc. EVERYTHING out of it and put into my '90.

Thanks for the info.

John

No problem man glad I could help. Let me know how the e-brake thing goes, I still haven't done mine yet.

[Lodogg2221]

Any idea if the seats and other interior parts like carpet will fit in a 96? Seems that was the year of the new floor, but I dunno for sure....

I like the look of it!

[BIGSLVRXJ]

Any idea if the seats and other interior parts like carpet will fit in a 96? Seems that was the year of the new floor, but I dunno for sure....

I like the look of it!

The seats and carpet I'm not sure about. I would imagine most of the interior trim would be swappable until you get back to the tailgate area.

[asatxj]

I have a console (grey) that is missing the ashtray and shift bezels. Also have the ebrake handle. Somebody make me some reasonable offers and it's yours. my zip is 49330

[MarX]

Sorry to revive a dead thread but your pic host died :( also would a 93 ZJ Laredo console fit an 89 LTD? it seems to be mostly the same as the 97+XJ

[brendon800]

Got my '97 Console today, without the brackets, shifter, and such, have to hit a junkyard for those parts, then I'll be doing mine, CAN'T WAIT!

[brendon800]

Got a new console with the shifter, bracket, heating duct, and everything. Here's some links to how I fixed the weak heat in the rear. I cut off part of the old heating duct(the part that mates with the dash duct work), and melted it to the '97+ heating duct. EXCELLENT heat. I also melted a piece in where the air blew TO the old heating duct, so that the air would route straight into the new duct work. At any rate, it's easy to see how I did this by looking at the pictures.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7113.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7112.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7111.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7110.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7109.jpg

[BIGSLVRXJ]

Got a new console with the shifter, bracket, heating duct, and everything. Here's some links to how I fixed the weak heat in the rear. I cut off part of the old heating duct(the part that mates with the dash duct work), and melted it to the '97+ heating duct. EXCELLENT heat. I also melted a piece in where the air blew TO the old heating duct, so that the air would route straight into the new duct work. At any rate, it's easy to see how I did this by looking at the pictures.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7113.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7112.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7111.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7110.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Pa00GTS/1990%20Cherokee/DSCF7109.jpg

Did you do the e-brake yet? My laziness(sp?) has overcome me, still haven't gotten around to it.

[brendon800]

Have to find one first, and a newer transfer case handle, then I'll be tackling the e-brake. As soon as I get one, I'll have the write-up.

[mdl]

That ebrake should be hella easy to do. Just have a 1" piece of metal welded into the direction of where it should be then weld the handle to that. So you have kinda backwards "Z". Problem solved. :)

[CommandoXJ96]

i havent bothered to rip apart my center console (again i mean) to look at the e-brake some, but how does the button work on the end of the brake? if its possible to simply bolt/weld an addition on to the existing brake mount that would be a great way to do it... but how would you get the button on the end to work in that position?

[tvisXJ]

That's awesome.... and I wish I had a sunflower seed holder :D

[FRAM]

Great thread guys. I might do this in my 90' XJ. Has anyone figured out a way to cover the gapo between the console and the dash?

[stewie]

im realy interested in doing this swap, but utah law says the e-brake must be functional for the safety inspections. if someone has a write up on that part, that would be very apreciated.

[redyouch]

I HAVE DONE THE EBRAKE

you DONT need to cut/weld/ghettorig anything. take the 97+ ebrake and bracket and it will BOLT INTO THE 96- location. all you need to do is slightly bend it about a half inch and put an extra screw through the body. it is cake. there is nothing to it.

[cyberbackpacker]

redyouch, can your provide a pic of the "after"? Maybe one with the assembly bolted in, and then with the console in place? Thanks.


-Kevin
cyberbackpacker

[redyouch]

unfortunately i took off the ebrake and put a CB in place....hahaha. but it fits i promise.

[CommandoXJ96]

picture of the console+cb install would actually be kul too

[Avanteone]

I still plan on doing this. The interior of my XJ is currently completely gutted as I am waiting for the D&C Extreme cage kit to show up. Once that's installed I will be installing PRP seats and the '97+ console.

John

[AgentXJ203]

Has anyone experiemented with transplanting a CJ or Wrangler ebrake assembly into a 96- XJ? I have fully modified my console and eliminated the ebrake, cupholders, and air ducting to hold a switchbox, scanner, radio charger, and arrowstick controller.

Problem, state inspection is coming up and I need an ebrake. The only place left to put one looks to be the floor. Seems I remember my old CJ having a ebrake pedal.

Will it work?

[Avanteone]

I have a BRAND NEW, never installed Comanche (MJ) brake pedal assembly. You would have to do something special for the cables though. PM me if interested.

John

Has anyone experiemented with transplanting a CJ or Wrangler ebrake assembly into a 96- XJ? I have fully modified my console and eliminated the ebrake, cupholders, and air ducting to hold a switchbox, scanner, radio charger, and arrowstick controller.

Problem, state inspection is coming up and I need an ebrake. The only place left to put one looks to be the floor. Seems I remember my old CJ having a ebrake pedal.

Will it work?

[CommandoXJ96]

heck... if we all installed pedal ebrakes, and just pulled the handle out, we could install bigger cupholders in the stock consoles new space.... i kinda like the idea of the hand brake too much though so ill probably wuss out on installin a pedal brake with the 97 console.

[AgentXJ203]

Yeah, I like pedal brakes a lot. I hate the idea of a hand pulled brake, it seems unnatural. A Commanche pedal would be awesome, seeing as how I now have a computer CPU sitting where the brake used to be. Avanteone, PM sent.

More vehicles have been torn to shreads by storm chasers than by any other cause second to vehicle accidents. Let me tell you, it's an expensive hobby.

[wheelchairman]

I too would like complete pics of the setup as I would love to rid myself of the ebrake. Why do my buddies think its fun to pull? I tell then its old and not meant to be pulled

[CommandoXJ96]

i know a few guys will use the hand e-brakes as a primitive traction device for the rear at really low brake pressures in really slippery conditions, or to help them show off and try to skid. (cant say ive used it for anything but parking though)

maybe thats harder to do with a step brake... i guess you have to lock it fully to unengage it when ur done using it, unlike a hand brake then?

[FRAM]

Yeah, I like pedal brakes a lot. I hate the idea of a hand pulled brake, it seems unnatural.

I've seen a couple of punks use a hand brake quite well in their ricer setups. Amazing instant U-turns with one quick pull.

[SPVFD47]

I don't think the rear vents are made to work with the A/C on. If anything comes out it might just be a vavle not shutting. Cause I know in my XJ the center vent under the controls only works with vent or A/C mode. It would make sense that the cold are would out at the higher vents cause cold air settles downs.

On the e-brake cup holder subject... I got rid of mine. I found a kit on ebay that lets you up a 93+ one in and older console. All its actual is just the cup holder and directions and a stencil on where to cut the holes. 2 cuts to the black piece and then 1 cut to the actual console. Got it off ebay but you could just get one from a junkyard and mark the notches to cut.

[AgentXJ203]

To get rear air with the A/C on, you have to select "Bi-Lev".

[Atl XJ]

To get rear air with the A/C on, you have to select "Bi-Lev".
Thats the only way it blows out on mine, that and on heat.

[BIGSLVRXJ]

I HAVE DONE THE EBRAKE

you DONT need to cut/weld/ghettorig anything. take the 97+ ebrake and bracket and it will BOLT INTO THE 96- location. all you need to do is slightly bend it about a half inch and put an extra screw through the body. it is cake. there is nothing to it.
I can verify this...I still haven't done the process yet because I can't seem to get the handle out of a new style XJ but I looked at the bolt holes and 2 out of 3 of them are in the exact same location. The third hole would just have to be drilled in the tunnel, but to me it looks optional. FYI for you ambitious enough to go to a junkyard and grab the assembly out without spending half a day and using your entire vocab of cuss words.
-Collin

[ClassicXJ48]

i did the same swap on mine looks great good luck on the e-brake and the balsa wood thing

[CommandoXJ96]

Ok, so the past few weeks I have had the console (yes - THE console :) BigBlackHeeps old one) in the Jeep. I have also had the E-brake handle installed and have an aluminum sheet switch panel installed over "the gap" that holds my light switches. I have the new linkage piece that holds onto the two e-brake cables underneath the vehicle - but I am missing the short cable (i assume thats what it is) that runs from this threaded piece (the part you can adjust) up to the e-brake cable. Is this small piece of cable something I can pick up at checker/autozone or would I have to go to the dealership? I'm not sure what to call this piece - its a cable but its not the E-brake cable obviously. Its not a piece that was used in the old 96- setup so I'm not sure where to get one/ how long a piece of cable it is - so if anybody could tell me how long one would be or where i could find something to do the job that would be great. The cable should be under a foot long...

Oh - and I'll post some pics of the competed project soon up here - E-brake and all. The only good thing about this setup without a connected brake handle is going 80 on the highway and pulling that with passengers in the car :) I gave my 2 best friends a heart attack today that way.

[ihscoutlover]

Collin, will this swap also work on a '94? I definately want the bigger cup holders and CD storage. Thanks

Jeff

[bacelaw]

Did you actually get the ebrake in the original holes? did you have to bend the ebrake as suggested?

a new picture of the new console would be helpful!!

[CommandoXJ96]

i used a new e-brake - the holes were close but did not align. no bending was required - just a few pieces of angle iron with holes and a couple extra bolts to mount into the old holes. I also had to drill for the 3rd hole to work - and the e-brakes hole was an inch or so above the floorpan for some reason; so I used a few washers to make it all flush (bending just the one piece would also work).

The swap WILL work on a 94. He swapped an 89 i believe and my 96 worked just the same. Ill put some pics up soon...

Anybody know about the brake cable?

[Avanteone]

I used all th e-brake cables out of the '97 parts rig that I got the console and e-brake handle from, works great. None of my holes lined up in my '90 XJ. I got it close and ran a couple of self tapping screws in and it works great.

J

[CommandoXJ96]

yeah - i've got everything except the small cable that connects the adjusting piece to the handle itself. Maybe someone could measure how long it is for me and I might be able to find something at the pullit yard? Checker had no clue what piece i was talking about....

[bacelaw]

Yup, this is an oldie, but goodie....did anyone figure out a quick and easy way to convert the pre-97 ebrake handle and more importantly CABLE to the post-97 ebrake?

thanks

[BIGSLVRXJ]

Yup, this is an oldie, but goodie....did anyone figure out a quick and easy way to convert the pre-97 ebrake handle and more importantly CABLE to the post-97 ebrake?

thanks
I've given up on the ebrake deal, I just ditched mine and didn't look back. But I think a consensus from Dan (CommandoXJ96) and everyone else who has done it would be to use the 97+ ebrake. Thanks for bringing my old thread back btw.

[CommandoXJ96]

But I think a consensus from Dan (CommandoXJ96) and everyone else who has done it would be to use the 97+ ebrake.

I found that using your own cable and some cable clamps is the best way to connect the E-brake to the old style cables. Just make sure to use the piece that grabs them both (right and left drum cables) from a 97 or newer XJ also.

The light grey console this swap thread was originally based on has now migrated into my XJ from RenixPowers. I was able to get the ebrake in and everything (had to do some floorpan drilling for the 3rd bolt if i remember correctly). I also installed a home made switch panel by using some project boxes from radio shack and a Dremel tool. That took care of the gap in front of the console between it and the Dash board. Don't mind the bolt you see by the driverside seat belt - the console felt a little loose to me and with people throwing backpacks and their body weight across the console i wanted to make sure NOTHING could unseat my new console... A couple backing plates and bolts won't let that happen.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v296/Ospery97/PICT3237.jpg

[bmyohn]

i like the sunflower seed e-brake...nice mod!!!

[BIGSLVRXJ]

i like the sunflower seed e-brake...nice mod!!!
Thanks I liked it too, now the iPod goes there.

[bacelaw]

I was hoping to just run a new piece of cable from my 96 "equalizer" up to the post-96 ebrake mechanism.

I was just going to use a loop of cable around the piece that connects to the post-96 ebrake....is this a safe/doable method?

[CommandoXJ96]

Thanks I liked it too, now the iPod goes there.

I did one more console mod - put a 12volt outlet inside it and keep the ipod and FM transmitter in there :)

I was hoping to just run a new piece of cable from my 96 "equalizer" up to the post-96 ebrake mechanism.

I was just going to use a loop of cable around the piece that connects to the post-96 ebrake....is this a safe/doable method?

Also, I'm not sure if the e-brake fix you're thinking about would be great. A cable clamp or something run inside the equalizer might be easier/stronger.

[bacelaw]

i agree that a clamp on the equalizer woudl work - im talking about the other end of the cable that connects to the actual ebrake handle.

the post-96 handle cable has a sort of molded end that fits inside the handle mechanism...i was thinking about trying to just loop a cable around this piece...

[CommandoXJ96]

that might work safely/reliably. i guess it just depends on how good a connecton/clamp you have holding your loop in place. otherwise i wouldnt see a problem with it.

[bacelaw]

that might work safely/reliably. i guess it just depends on how good a connecton/clamp you have holding your loop in place. otherwise i wouldnt see a problem with it.

thanks for the vote of confidence - i really cant go another day without cupholders!

[UNCC_99XJ]

CollinM, nice seats....http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/jeepguy1990/RearViewofConsoleResized.jpg are those the originals?

x2.....they dont look like XJ seats....and i've been looking for a decent method of getting leather seats in atleast the front of my XJ.

[BIGSLVRXJ]

x2.....they dont look like XJ seats....and i've been looking for a decent method of getting leather seats in atleast the front of my XJ.
They are my original XJ seats with covers on them from www.nwautoleather.com . I love the covers and they've held up well but for the front and back set shipped it was like $804.xx which now that I look back on it was a lot. Keep in mind they are real leather though and even like Katskinz are more than that I think. I know I got quotes for up to $2000 to have them made locally.

[UNCC_99XJ]

They are my original XJ seats with covers on them from www.nwautoleather.com (http://www.nwautoleather.com) . I love the covers and they've held up well but for the front and back set shipped it was like $804.xx which now that I look back on it was a lot. Keep in mind they are real leather though and even like Katskinz are more than that I think. I know I got quotes for up to $2000 to have them made locally.

Yikes!!! :scared:

[joshv98xj]

Anybody have any ideas for switching the pedal ebrake assembly in my 88 MJ to the pull-handle type in the XJ? I know I can cut a hole in my floor to drop the cables through, but the pull cable off of the brake handle is shorter than the one from my pedal assembly, so it won't reach the junction to the rear cables. I'm trying to figure out if this is doable and will also pass PA state inspection because my MJ pedal brake is missing the release cable and handle and I'm haveing trouble locating a new one. So far I've ordered two from different places that "could get them." One cancelle my order, and the other I haven't heard from. Any help would be great. I've got a 97+ console that I wouldn't mind swaping in at the same time....but I'll stick with the other if it'll make the ebrake work.

[CommandoXJ96]

if the MJ e-brake is setup the way I think it is; you might be able to use a 97-01 Front e-brake cable (goes from equalizer to hand brake) as a replacement for the MJ front-ebrake cable. I could also be entirely wrong but it may be what you are looking for.

[ren]

I've got an extra MJ pedal assy. if you still need it. I am converting to the "pull handle" style like the XJ uses, since I seem to be stepping on the brake pedal at the wrong times( You know, on the interstate, at about 65-70 MPH, while passing someone...).

[docarch1]

Good Job guys on the mods.
Doesn't look too difficult & the wider/taller berth & storage possibilities may make it worth the effort. I've got a Tan/Biege 85 with the stick that I beleive & will take the jump on. How much did you guys get set back for the consoles & comps? Looks like there may be several good options for the duct, front, rear connection, EB issues.
Jobs well done,
Dave

[Israel]

This thread is pretty old and they may not be around anymore. So if you don't get a response, don't be offended :)

[BIGSLVRXJ]

Good Job guys on the mods.
Doesn't look too difficult & the wider/taller berth & storage possibilities may make it worth the effort. I've got a Tan/Biege 85 with the stick that I beleive & will take the jump on. How much did you guys get set back for the consoles & comps? Looks like there may be several good options for the duct, front, rear connection, EB issues.
Jobs well done,
Dave
I never sold my old console but you can sometimes pull around $40 or so. That front area opens up some possibilities especially if you don't replace the rear air duct. Good luck with your swap.

This thread is pretty old and they may not be around anymore. So if you don't get a response, don't be offended :)
Well I dunno about the rest, but me and Dan are on here everyday.

[DJFriar]

I really really like the idea of doing this. I bought a '93 today, but the interior is pretty beat up. Plus its tan. I hate tan. Swapping to the '97+ would be real clean though.

Anyone added the overhead consoles to the older XJ's?

[1995sport]

digging up an old thread:


Will the old style t-case, and tranny shifter work. I pulled a 97 console, but didn't pull those pieces out. Any problems with using my 95 pieces?

Also, how do you get the handle of the tranny shifter off? Just seems molded on, what's the trick?

[88XJSport]

Also, how do you get the handle of the tranny shifter off? Just seems molded on, what's the trick?
Get in the backseat, set the e-brake, place shifter in 1-2, and pull as hard as you can, watch your teeth!

[1995sport]

Get in the backseat, set the e-brake, place shifter in 1-2, and pull as hard as you can, watch your teeth!

Damn, thanks. Glad I took a hammer to the junkyard one. Why can't they have the standard GM bolt in the front....

now hopefully I can use my exiting (95) shifter assembly? anyone?