truckntractorhick

so my 98 is getting an overhead console while my headliner is out. can anyone take measurements/pics of the special slots in the headliner? please and thanks!

truckntractorhick

no one can quick measure them?

truckntractorhick

please?

waltermitty

I'm pulling a headliner with an overhead console out of a 1998 Jeep Limited tomorrow to put in my SE. Both are 4 doors. I can take photos, measurements, drawings, make you a template...what ever you need.

truckntractorhick

does it have an overhead console?

waltermitty

It does! I edited the post when I realized I left that part out in my offer. Wouldn't do you much good otherwise eh?

truckntractorhick

haha awesome! i guess just measure the holes from front (engine) to back, the width of the holes, and the space in between. maybe from the sides to the edges of the holes? anyways thanks a TON!!!!

waltermitty

I retrieved the engine parts I needed from the donor 98 ltd. I couldn't get the back hatch open and hence the possibility of removing the headliner and overhead console was nil. After playing phone tag and 20 questions with the owner it was determined the key won't open the back hatch.

Anyone know how to get a hatch open?

I have a few questions regarding the temp sensor and compass in the overhead console: Where is the temp sensor located? Is the compass self contained in OHC?

waltermitty

Just in case the overhead console doesn't work out for me can you use the mounting bracket as a template for the holes/slots in the headliner?

XJ Rat

http://www.go.jeep-xj.info/HowtoOverheadConsole.htm


The temp sensor is behind the front bumper, right in the middle.

jonjon99xj

It's really not that hard to measure this on your own, don't be lazy.

waltermitty

Thanks for the info. It doesn't look good for the OH console. I met dude at the appointed 11:00 time slot. He still didn't have the key. Not sure what the problem is but I got my $50.00 back and told him to call me before he hauled it to the scrap yard or when he got the hatch open. I appreciate the help and suggestions on getting it open. I tried them without the key and had no luck.

XJUSMC

hey dude, try to find the one your getting the OHC from and cut out a template. Easiest way to do it. like this

if you can't get to it give me some time and I will measure it for you.

truckntractorhick

yes! please measure that for me! =) and yea that link doesnt apply since i have a 98

XJUSMC

hey I don't want to screw up the measurements.

So how about u pm me your address and I ship it you.

Only thing I ask is that if someone else on the forum needs it you ship it to them, like we keep it going. let me know.