BBBOX Jeep Cherokee XJ Center Console Support Bracket Jeep Cherokee XJ 1997-2010

So, like most, by stock plastic bracket was broken and no longer served any actual purpose. I was pulling the interior to a 5 speed conversion and install of some sound deadened so I figured it was the perfect time to correct this. The price of this bracket isn't great, but its not outrageous either. Thought about fabing up my own, but for under $50, I thought why bother. I did have to use some force to get the mounting holes to line up on the body, but in my case I also had butyl underneath it, so I chalked it up to that. Was able to mount it though with little effort. The rear lower vent tubing is a tight fit in this bracket and sits a little further rear than with the stock bracket, but it still slips over the supply vent, just not all the way up. If I really care, I will grab some hvac tape to ensure the connection does not leak air. I guess I could also easily modify the vent tube to it doesn't hit the bracket and allows it to fully seat up front. But either way I was able to install the vent and center console now it is solid. no more shifting around or rattling. To me it was well worth it.

This bracket fit my 98 xj perfectly. All holes lined up and had no trouble with vent fitting under the console. Nice black coated steel bracket. Worked as advertised. A little pricey but cheaper than JCR.

Fit my 2000 Jeep XJ. I had to remove part of the air vent below the armrest box, but installed solid. Fixed the defective, plastic, OEM junk. One screw was challenging to reach next to driver seat because a wiring harness was blocking screw head. Harness pops in and out easily, but I had to work on this by just raising back end of housing. Full removal required disconnect of e-brake. Still very doable for someone with patience and dexterity. Be careful of grease inside armrest. Gets hands dirty.

The bracket is well made and extremely sturdy. Installation was easy. Some of the holes needed to be lined up but once in line the screws went in easily. The OEM screws at first seem like they won’t go in but just keep turning and they will go. My console had some screws missing so I had to stop at the parts store to pickup some extra screws. If you do this make sure to take the bracket with you so you can get a good fit. The ac air vents fit perfectly. The left rear side of the console doesn’t snug up to the carpet. I’m not sure if this is normal since with the broken bracket it was snug since it was Broken and provided no real support. Console seems to be in a normal position and it works for me. Good product and would buy again if needed.

Little tricky to install, had to force/bend a few of the arms to get it to fit but got it in and works great, no more wobbly console.

Whole World of difference. This upgrade is a MUST even if original is not broken

It is nice and sturdy, but it is not designed properly to accommodate the heat/AC tube that runs through the console. I had to chop my tube up which was not ideal

Console support was broken in XJ. Bought this and hoped it would be better quality. Hit the jackpot. This one is metal and solid. Had to tighten each screw little by little because the holes don’t line up all the way. Likely bc it doesn’t give like the plastic one. Once installed, it holds my console in place like never before. No wiggling or shifting at all. Highly recommend.