REALLY flexible actually, you can fold it in half with ease and it easily unfolds back into its original shape. Seems like once the 16-21 year old ones on the start to get hard is when they start down the wrong path. I'd say flexibility is key, although something more rigid might hold up as well.salukixr4ti wrote:Mike, How flexible are those? I'm curious from the stand point of what material would be desirable to use as a replacement. I wonder if a composite material would be to rigid. I've as yet never had rears on any of my cars, and wonder if there's an element of flexibility required, even for installation.
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Re: Just out of curiosity
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Re: Just out of curiosity
I've been on the lookout for any substitute material to use for the liners. My thought is that something flexible that comes in sheets could work. For example, start with a cutting of adequate width for the center of the liner, and then fit separate cuttings for the inner part of the well and for the out part of the well, and seal with silicone. Haven't found such material yet in typical consumer haunts, but I'd bet it exists...salukixr4ti wrote:Mike, How flexible are those? I'm curious from the stand point of what material would be desirable to use as a replacement. I wonder if a composite material would be to rigid. I've as yet never had rears on any of my cars, and wonder if there's an element of flexibility required, even for installation.
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merkurdriver
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A/C Compressor:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0215134182
More XR4Ti Bumper Spacers:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0216591580
Definately worth having a look at these auctions, parts are selling for about 30-50% less
than what I would ask for them directly, so you could save yourself some $$.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0215134182
More XR4Ti Bumper Spacers:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0216591580
Definately worth having a look at these auctions, parts are selling for about 30-50% less
than what I would ask for them directly, so you could save yourself some $$.
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Here's a rare piece to complete a nice interior,
XR4Ti hatch parcel tray:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0217209269
XR4Ti hatch parcel tray:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0217209269
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Just in time to add that finishing touch to your (auto) Scorpio for Carlisle. Scorpio shifter plate:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0219286780
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0219286780
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I've had quite a few people ask for some parts to be listed next time with a "buy it now" price instead of the typical bidding auction.
So without further ado, here's some brand spankin' new XR4Ti AND Scorpio parts with fixed prices for immediate purchase.
Late XR front "pusher" fan:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0221064783
XR or Scorpio AC Compressor:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0221041953
Scorpio Heater/AC Controls:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0221041614
Scorpio Radiator:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222753085
So without further ado, here's some brand spankin' new XR4Ti AND Scorpio parts with fixed prices for immediate purchase.
Late XR front "pusher" fan:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0221064783
XR or Scorpio AC Compressor:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0221041953
Scorpio Heater/AC Controls:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0221041614
Scorpio Radiator:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222753085
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This will probably be the last "New part of the week" post until after Carlisle (getting ready ourselves, making sure customer orders get shipped immediately, etc. etc.)
So figured we'd end on a high note and offer up some more rare NOS parts previously deemed as unobtainium.
Scorpio ABS Motor & Pump Assembly:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222484860
Scorpio Fog Light:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222479487
XR4Ti T9 Input Shaft:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222475100
Cosworth Grille (plastic, not cheapy fiberglass):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222492423
This one isn't NOS, but a custom part - forward facing intake:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0221680424
So figured we'd end on a high note and offer up some more rare NOS parts previously deemed as unobtainium.
Scorpio ABS Motor & Pump Assembly:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222484860
Scorpio Fog Light:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222479487
XR4Ti T9 Input Shaft:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222475100
Cosworth Grille (plastic, not cheapy fiberglass):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0222492423
This one isn't NOS, but a custom part - forward facing intake:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0221680424
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After a little break, NEW NOS part of the week is back!
XR4Ti Parcel tray:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0232480466
XR4Ti Thermostat Hose:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0234536414
(Scorpio stuff as well - but moved over the the Scorp classifieds)
XR4Ti Parcel tray:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0232480466
XR4Ti Thermostat Hose:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0234536414
(Scorpio stuff as well - but moved over the the Scorp classifieds)
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In the spirit of a true auction, here's a few brand new parts starting at 99 cents and no reserve so could be some real bargains go by this time!
South American Cosworth Grille Insert:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0236424472
XR4Ti Parcel tray:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0236422522
Scorpio Fog Light:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0234376959
And a few more new parts starting a little higher than 99c...
XR 3" Polished Stainless Downpipe:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0234376689
XR Intercooler with straight Inlets/Outlets:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0236185938
And one thats not new, but sought after...
Forward facing intake with Ranger 3G Alternator Bracket opton:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0236421007
South American Cosworth Grille Insert:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0236424472
XR4Ti Parcel tray:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0236422522
Scorpio Fog Light:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0234376959
And a few more new parts starting a little higher than 99c...
XR 3" Polished Stainless Downpipe:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0234376689
XR Intercooler with straight Inlets/Outlets:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0236185938
And one thats not new, but sought after...
Forward facing intake with Ranger 3G Alternator Bracket opton:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0236421007
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Up for grabs this week:
New genuine Ford Motorcraft front brake pads and rear brake shoes for the XR4Ti:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0241149168
New genuine Ford Motorcraft front brake pads and rear brake shoes for the XR4Ti:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0241149168
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99 cent NOS auctions are back! This week we have...
XR Grille Gasket:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0243089296
XR Parcel Tray (had a non-paying bidder last time around so this one is back!):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0240993605
XR Grille Gasket:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0243089296
XR Parcel Tray (had a non-paying bidder last time around so this one is back!):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0240993605
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Nearly 8 months so far of NOS Merkur parts and no intentions of stopping until a full year of consistent NOS offerings has been completed.
On with this weeks bits...
Scorpio Spare Tire Jack:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0246582569
XR 5spd Brake Pedal Pad:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0246587938
On with this weeks bits...
Scorpio Spare Tire Jack:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0246582569
XR 5spd Brake Pedal Pad:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0246587938
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Wow, new part of the week has nearly turned into new part of the month!
Things have been busy/hectic lately but managed to get a few more NOS parts up for your enjoyment...
85-86 XR Master Cylinder Tank:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0254625690
88-89 Scorpio Rear Caliper Kit:
(also same for Cosworth rear calipers)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0257312721
Things have been busy/hectic lately but managed to get a few more NOS parts up for your enjoyment...
85-86 XR Master Cylinder Tank:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0254625690
88-89 Scorpio Rear Caliper Kit:
(also same for Cosworth rear calipers)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0257312721
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This weeks humble offering:
Scorpio Motorcraft Fuel Filter:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0259367792
Scorpio Motorcraft Fuel Filter:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0259367792

