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Sir,
In advance of your impending sale I offer condolences. Would you provide some specifics on your 1987 XR4Ti? Location as well?
Sincerely,
Christophe Maskell

I’m aware of the options out there. The question was specifically what people have installed and what their opinions are ofthe Quaife.

Agreed,
There's a lot to be said for the Quaife on history alone. Cheaper options are plentiful, but these are as close to drop in and bulletproof as you can buy. Gives me the larger stub axles too.

All,
Curious if there are any XR's currently running the Quaife 7.5" LSD conversion? If so, would love feedback on your installation + likes/dislikes. I have mine on order from the UK and expect delivery in the next month. Thanks.

Jeff Herson-Merkur Parts Midwest. 847-688-1234

Congratulations on what looks like a really solid project car. Your approach and tactics are spot on. Definitely get acquainted with the vendors that support our community. Where are you located?

Guys,
I'm up in Wichita, KS. Currently two XR's. One White 1986 undergoing full cage, stitch welding, 2.3 Ecoboost conversion. Orion Silver 1987, 331 cu. in. V-8 swap. Currently with DG Design in Huntsville, AL.

Sincerely,
Christophe Maskell

I definitely understand the congestion conundrum. I have it lined out for the footprint and feel comfortable with it. With cars having kittens and 13 1/2’ ceilings, it is too tempting. Appreciate the input too.

Nope, no YouTube videos. Brad, My third stall is a bit tight width wise so a 2- post is definitely out. The non-runner will be on the lift, and the runner will be below. The other runner will be at work, so no issue there. I’m focusing on the 7P unit - all the projects are small footprint vehicles.

All,
Planning on purchasing a small Bendpak 4-post for working on and storing my XR’s. Would appreciate any feedback from owners of Bendpak or members with experience on their products. Thanks.

Complete engine & automatic transmission free for pick up minded person. Assembly is out of a 1986 XR that had been sitting as a non-runner for several years in the Mojave Desert. Pretty confident it is truly a 43K original mileage car. Engine turns freely. I am not interested in parting or ship...

Did this car sell? Any contact or updates from potential seller?

Cliff, I’d like the taillights please.

Chris,
Being you show as in northern Illinois, call Jeff Herson at Merkur Parts Midwest ASAP and get acquainted. You couldn’t be closer to a phenomenal person and Merkur Guru. 847-688-1234.

I posted this earlier today on a couple FB forums and would appreciate feedback from our stateside peeps. The 1986 XR4Ti rescue is going with new suspension parts all around. A new 2.3 Ecoboost and manual transmission conversion will be getting fitted. “I would appreciate feedback from members that ...