I have a 2001 xj and i desperately need cruise control. At the local pick and pull, they have a 98 with all the cruise parts. I want to know the minimum parts i need knowing that im going to have to make a wiring harness for it.

here is a pic of the parts you need http://www.jeepsareus.com/p/CHEROKEE/82204703.html
contact them about what include in the package and you well know what you exactly need
hope this well helps you

Make a wiring harness?

It's already there.

You need:

-servo
-clockspring
-steering wheel with switches(99-01 steering wheel)
-vacuum control module
-vacuum lines

It's all plug and play.

Jesus, that's high!

I just remember when i added cruise to my tj with the factory kit, i had to add wiring to the steering wheel and into the computer so i didnt know if the wiring was there already or not

I dont think you should do something with computer !!

I had to add 2 wires to the one of the plugs at the computer with the factory kit for my tj. It involved disassembling the plug and inserting the connectors. Didnt know if i had to do thst for the xj too or not.

It should already be there.

I hope so, saves alot of hassle that way.

ExactlyThis!
Plug is behind the battery next to the vacuum line. Plug in your servo there. You can just get the switches. they will bolt onto your steering wheel. You just remove the plastic blanks that are on there now.
Didn't see a vacuum control module.
All I did was connect the servo change the clock spring and add the switches.
Worked like a charm.
Stole the cruise off my 99 that I was selling for my 2000.
Took all of 45 minutes to swap remove from 99 AND install in 2000.
Get a cheap steering wheel puller. worth every dime.

Nice! That's what I was hoping for, thanks guys.