Switching from column shifter to floor shifter?

[JohnQ]

I'm having no luck finding a steering column with a column shifter, So I am thinking about converting it to a floor shifter.

 

How hard is it to do?

[Eagle]

It's much easier than going the other way. You can get a shifter from any XJ (Cherokee). Keep in mind that different engine/tranny/transfer case combinations use different length control rods under the floor, so ideally you should get the parts from an XJ that has the same engine, tranny and transfer case as your MJ. The floor pan of your truck is already set up with the mounting points, just bolt the pieces in and go.

[johnj92131]

JohnQ,

 

Keep in mind that the column shif automatic has a different bench seat from the floor shift automatic. At least my 91 Comanche with column shift has a full bench seat, without any "notch" on the bench.

 

Does anyone know where Jeep sourced the steering column from? That could give you a whole list of different vehicles to look at for a column shift, besides just a Comanche.

 

I am thinking that certain GM products may have the steering column you need. But have no clue as to which products that might be.

[maddzz1]

My 89 has a column shift and also has the notch in the bench seat.

[possum]

I have a steering column from a S-10 in mine. The Jeep steering wheel fits it.

[deziped]

They be GM columns in 88-89's. Mine is just like the one in this link:http://elcaminocentral.com/article95.html