New here... 1996 Explorer XLT 4x4 5-speed manual

[Texas78028]

Just found this forum, first post here... I am hoping this is a pretty active forum.
Recently (last night) picked up a 1996 Explorer XLT... it is a 4.0, 5speed manual, 4X4. I ran the axle code and it came back as 3:73's with a limited slip. It was owned by an elderly gentleman and is currently bone stock. I am planning for a small lift and 31"s so I will be here searching past threads for answers and asking questions.

 

[Mbrooks420]

Just found this forum, first post here... I am hoping this is a pretty active forum.
Recently (last night) picked up a 1996 Explorer XLT... it is a 4.0, 5speed manual, 4X4. I ran the axle code and it came back as 3:73's with a limited slip. It was owned by an elderly gentleman and is currently bone stock. I am planning for a small lift and 31"s so I will be here searching past threads for answers and asking questions.

Welcome to the site. Is it a 4 door?

 

[Mike65]

Welcome.

 

[Texas78028]

Welcome to the site. Is it a 4 door?

Yes, it is a 4 door. I was surprised that they made these with a manual transmissions... the main reason I bought it. I was looking for an older 4X4 with a manual tranny.

 

[Mbrooks420]

Excellent find! Definitely not common.

 

[Texas78028]

Thanks for the welcome!