How hard is a Hydroboost brake system conversion on a Chevy 350-powered 1940 Ford fat-fender Coupe with Low Idle Vacuum that won’t stop, and are there other solutions?

Those were the very reasons we decided to upgrade to hydroboost brakes on our ’91 Bronco, Eddie. We’d thought about cobbling together a hydroboost brake system using parts sourced out of a ...

Follow along as we rebuild the power ram assist steering and hydro boost brake setup on our 1986 Chevy Army Truck! Only in 4-Wheel & Off-Road Magazine!

Sometimes it's like there is hardly any braking at all. Our local speed-shop guy says it's low vacuum and we should get an electric vacuum pump, retrofit a Hydroboost, or convert to manual brakes.

Both models compete against the Ford Expedition and Toyota Sequoia. A tire-pressure monitor is now standard, Hydroboost brakes are installed, and the right-front passenger gets a seat belt reminder.

The hydraulic power-assisted "Hydroboost" brakes were strangely hard to press and with a spring back feel that was adequate during normal driving, though it took getting used to.

Pro Touring Nova with 406ci V8, RideTech suspension, Wilwood brakes, and stunning Watkins Glen Grey finish—street or track ready.

The automaker says certain 2010-2011 Dodge Ram trucks manufactured from March 2009 through October 2010, equipped with diesel engine and a hydroboost brake system, may be equipped with a power ...

Finally, this 1978 GMC C35 also comes with power steering, plus Hydroboost brakes with front discs for added drivability. The odometer on this 1978 GMC C35 reads just 5,429 miles.