Whats everyone using for stoppage? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

RUDEDAWG · 03-08-2005, 10:15 PM

Hey everyone, I am currantly working on my braking system cause the dang thing dont wanna stop. Everything is new except the steel brake lines and the prop. valve. I put a big block in a 1/2 ton with manual brakes and before the truck stopped VERY WELL. I am thinking about putting an aftermarket dual diaphram power brake set-up, question is 1:do these work 2:how do you mount them(do you need a bracket that goes from the fire wall to the booster). Any pics of any thing you are currantly running will be greatly appreciatedd!

68LSS1 · 03-09-2005, 12:26 AM

Mine is still under construction but I am using a hydroboost from Hydratech. You won't ever have to worry about vacuum being a problem. The boost unit from them is new and comes with a adapter to fit our trucks. Their customer support is some of the best I've received and they will help you pick a master cylinder for your application that you can get from the local auto parts store. I'm using one for a new K2500 as I have BAER's up front and a 8.8 stock disc in the back.

RUDEDAWG · 03-09-2005, 10:06 PM

Hey, thanks for the reply, that system looks pretty good, I just might go that route if I cant find a more affordable system. By the way your frame/suspension set-up is looking awesome! I am not too worried about vaccuum cause my cam is so-so streetable but if I do decide to get more cam this system just might save a lot of headaches for me.

lofly'a · 03-10-2005, 12:14 AM

weird,.....68LSS1 i just posted for info on the hydro-boost setup and the next post i see is on your post. got any pics of it, how does it feel compared to vacuum boost.

68LSS1 · 03-10-2005, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by lofly'a

weird,.....68LSS1 i just posted for info on the hydro-boost setup and the next post i see is on your post. got any pics of it, how does it feel compared to vacuum boost.

Still under construction but from what I've heard from people that have a Hydratech unit the pedal feel is great and it works so good you have to learn how to apply your brakes because so little effort is required. I don't have any pictures of it on the 'net but I have 2 or 3 on my computer of the unit (not installed) I can email you if you send me your address. There's a Blazer on the Hydratech website that was the prototype for our trucks that there are a picture or two also.

03-08-2005, 10:15 PM	#1
RUDEDAWG Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: New Mexico Posts: 88	Whats everyone using for stoppage? Hey everyone, I am currantly working on my braking system cause the dang thing dont wanna stop. Everything is new except the steel brake lines and the prop. valve. I put a big block in a 1/2 ton with manual brakes and before the truck stopped VERY WELL. I am thinking about putting an aftermarket dual diaphram power brake set-up, question is 1:do these work 2:how do you mount them(do you need a bracket that goes from the fire wall to the booster). Any pics of any thing you are currantly running will be greatly appreciatedd! __________________ '72 1/2 ton short box 468 BB forged crank/rods/pistons full roller. Msd 6 AL ignition turbo 400 tci. 2800 verter ladderbar/coil rear with currie built ford 9'' rear, 4.11 gears custom built rear frame tubbed, 33/19.50/15 rear m/t. m/t skinnies in front still under construction

03-09-2005, 12:26 AM	#2
68LSS1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 1,191	Mine is still under construction but I am using a hydroboost from Hydratech. You won't ever have to worry about vacuum being a problem. The boost unit from them is new and comes with a adapter to fit our trucks. Their customer support is some of the best I've received and they will help you pick a master cylinder for your application that you can get from the local auto parts store. I'm using one for a new K2500 as I have BAER's up front and a 8.8 stock disc in the back. __________________ '68 Short Step LS1/T56, Hydratech, Fatman Fabrications Stage III, Baer, Hot Rods to Hell, US Body, S&W, etc

03-09-2005, 10:06 PM	#3
RUDEDAWG Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: New Mexico Posts: 88	Hey, thanks for the reply, that system looks pretty good, I just might go that route if I cant find a more affordable system. By the way your frame/suspension set-up is looking awesome! I am not too worried about vaccuum cause my cam is so-so streetable but if I do decide to get more cam this system just might save a lot of headaches for me. __________________ '72 1/2 ton short box 468 BB forged crank/rods/pistons full roller. Msd 6 AL ignition turbo 400 tci. 2800 verter ladderbar/coil rear with currie built ford 9'' rear, 4.11 gears custom built rear frame tubbed, 33/19.50/15 rear m/t. m/t skinnies in front still under construction

03-10-2005, 12:14 AM	#4
lofly'a Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Alexandria, LA 71301 Posts: 1,451	weird,.....68LSS1 i just posted for info on the hydro-boost setup and the next post i see is on your post. got any pics of it, how does it feel compared to vacuum boost. __________________ -02 avalanche (daily driver) -66 gto ragtop 389/400 (garage queen, hand-me-down from dad) -72 Tribute Trans Am (6.0LS/T56 6-speed) in progress -2003 YUKON (Wife's) -71 gmc swb fleet (current project, gonna shave everything, bags, stuff w/ 20's, gen III powertrain) -48 3100 SWB - 12/31/23 LONG TERM Project

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