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Brake options other than the Powermaster
I as well as others are afraid of these brakes will not function when you need them the most.I understand there is 2 alternate systems that will work,Vacuum and Hydrboost.My ? is has or will someone compile a list of what exactly is needed to do these systems and known vendors or individuals we can purchase these from. Thanks in advance!
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Re: Brake options other than the Powermaster
I am pondering the same myself. In the spring, I'm planning on going to a vacuum system. Most parts are available new from NAPA. The only used part I need to find is the pedal. New parts include the master cylinder + vacuum booster (comes as one part), vacuum lines with a T off the intake vacuum lines (there is a kit out there somewhere by a TR vendor). All said should come in at about $200. My only question about the change is if the brake warning light will still work.
http://www.gnttype.org/techarea/brak...to_vacuum.html Hydroboost and the PM are nice systems, but are pricey. The vacuum system gives the appearance to be a more friendly DIY project. I'm good with brake lines, but in theory all existing connections should be good to use.
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Re: Brake options other than the Powermaster
Phil I'm also intersted in changing over to vac. brakes. I've read other posts that you have installed vac. brakes change overs and how do you like them? Pros and cons. Thanks for all your great info!
Tom
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Re: Brake options other than the Powermaster
powermaster is a great brake system when it works..
vaccum brake conversion, when done right, works great.. i have no complaints or regrets |
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I just converted over to vacuum a month ago and they work just as well. I highly reccomend it to anyone. As the powermasters get older, they may fail you and become dangerous
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my t has hydroboost brakes they seem to do good but i dont know how hard they are to install.looking at the setup they dont look hard but looks can be deciving.i looked on ebay under hydroboost and looks like you can set something up cheaply.
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Does the single diaghram or duel fit better, and witch one works better?
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Re: Brake options other than the Powermaster
Dual fits easier because the master cylinder is of a smaller diameter.
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