Nope, the 95 hardtop will not fit on a 98. If I'm correct, it's too short. The doors are forwards compatible, however the hinges will need some adjusting.

YJ Half Doors on a TJ - Anyone actually done it?

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Correction

It can be done with some modification. Apparently the windshield's trim needs to modified and an adapter plate may be necessary.

YJ hard top on TJ???? - Jeepkings Message Forum

 

Another hardtop compatibility question - will a 98 hardtop fit an 05? Will the wiring harness be compatible? Thanks!

 

There should be no problems getting the top to fit on the 2005, however, the wiring for the rear wiper is not compatible and would require some modification. I'm trying to find a wiring diagram to see what would be necessary.

 

Yea it should fit 98 to 05 but the wiring would be different

 

Thanks...if you find that wiring diagram I'd love the link, burton.

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The older hardtop has side vents to allow air to escape when the doors are closed. '03 to '06 TJs have the vent in the tailgate. You can put an older TJ top on an '03 to '06. But an 03' to 06' hardtop on an older tJ needs youto roll down a window to close a door.

The older TJ hardtops have a dome light, the '03 to '06 Tjs do not. The '03 to '06 TJ hardtop harness does not support the earlier hardtop dome light.

You can get an adaptor at

Jeeps Are Us: Hardtop wiring pigtail with plug <br> to Install 1997-2002 top to a 2003 UP JEEP Wrangler<br>or 1997

 

I have a chart with all the codes and function. I am trying to figure out how to post it.

 

I think it is attached???

 

the chart above shows says the wiper and defrost wires come from the switch. There is likely a relay involved. Heere is an improved chart.

 

well listen to kilroy there

 

Thanks Kilroy, that information is very helpful!