The next few years would see him reach his peak, scoring a combined 49 goals in four seasons and helping QPR not just hold onto their top-flight status but contend for the league title. After an unsuccessful season in 1977–78, scoring just four goals in 37 appearances, he parted ways with QPR. He made a total of 243 appearances and scored 76 goals for the Hoops.
Over the next few years, he achieved his peak performance, netting 49 goals across four seasons while helping QPR secure their top-flight status and compete for the league title. After a disappointing season in 1977–78, where he only scored four goals in 37 appearances, he left QPR. He made a total of 243 appearances and scored 76 goals during his time with the Hoops.