2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission hydroboost conversion

[EBottema]

I found a 99 dodge ram 2500 hydroboost unit and master cylinder. Will it work on my 96 dodge ram 2500? obviously i will need a new power steering pump and lines but Does anyone recommend ditching the vacuum booster for the hydroboost?



Erik

 

[Dave M]

I found a 99 dodge ram 2500 hydroboost unit and master cylinder. Will it work on my 96 dodge ram 2500? obviously i will need a new power steering pump and lines but Does anyone recommend ditching the vacuum booster for the hydroboost?

Erik

I don't know about adapting the boost unit but the hyrdoboost braking is more efficient and is being used on many vehicles today. I have a 97 with hydroboost and just replaced a leaking one with a new OEM replacement from www.hydroboost.com. Go to there web site to find out more about why you should consider doing it. Here is a link to there FAQ's which you might find interesting:



www.hydratechbraking.com/hydroboost_faq/



Here is an excerpt from their site:

Q: What is a "hydroboost" ?



A: Commonly referred to as "hydrobooster or hydravac" over the years, a high performance hydraulic brake assist booster is a powerful alternative to a vacuum assist type booster. This type of assist unit uses the hydraulic pressure from the power steering system to provide a potent brake pedal assist. Just to name a few, there are a number of Original Equipment Manufactures that are using these styles of units on their vehicles:

-'96 and newer Cobras and all V8 Mustangs (though a much less powerful version!)

-Most 2500 and 3500 Series GMC / Chevy Trucks

-Dodge Ram equipped with Cummins Turbo Diesel

-Ford SuperDuty Series Trucks

-All Hummers - including the H2

And another:

Q: Is this a reliable and safe system?



A: Yes! This system is used in many new production vehicles on a regular basis and therefore has undergone rigorous testing by OE manufacturers to insure proper operations. Even under the most extreme conditions, you will find smooth, linear braking actions, regardless of engine speed and vacuum. In most cases, a well maintained hydraulic brake assist system of this sort is known to have an almost infinite lifespan, easily outlasting the average lifespan of a vacuum assist brake booster.

They make OEM replacements and retrofits for many applications. Email or call them and ask about getting the power steering lines and/or the power steering pump. I believe they call the lines a "Lineset" and if you see an "R" after a PN its for racing version. The OEM prices are not lisrted on the site you must email or call. Maybe they will have the power steering lines for you. A lot of their products are for the racing industry and may be pricy but are quality parts. Paul has been very courteous and hel;pfull answering many emails promptly from me.



I was very satisfied with their product.



Good luck,



Dave

 

[Bseg]

Paul at hyrdroboost is real helpful.



Dave, I exchanged emails with Paul a couple of times and from what I have figured out so far it's probably not my hydroboost unit that is causing the problems.



He did tell me that they have had a lot of problems with the Dodge units so I may have to get in touch with him in the future.

 

[Dave M]

Paul at hyrdroboost is real helpful.



Dave, I exchanged emails with Paul a couple of times and from what I have figured out so far it's probably not my hydroboost unit that is causing the problems.



He did tell me that they have had a lot of problems with the Dodge units so I may have to get in touch with him in the future.

Paul has always been helpfull to me too.



good luck with you problem.



dave

 

[jimk]

Jim Leonard has done the conversion. He told me that the brakes worked good after the conversion. good luck JimK