Hey all,
1997 FZJ80. Booster is going/gone, as evidenced by a hard pedal and very little braking force to the point that I don't feel safe driving it. Given the cost of a new vac booster, I've been in touch with VanCo to get a hydroboost kit from them for the truck. As of today, the truck is running factory brakes, factory steering pump, and has a 2.5" OME lift that the PO put on it. While I'm doing the hydroboost, I'm also planning to install a Wit's End power steering cooler and replacing the soft lines to account for the increased pressure and the unknown history of the current lines. I'm leaning towards these folks for lines, but haven't bought yet - 1993-1997 Landcruiser 80 Extended Lifted Stainless Steel Brake Lines FZJ80 LX450 - https://xtremeoverland.com/stainless-steel-brake-lines/
My question is, what else should I plan on doing to maximize my time? Should I look at hard brake lines too? Rebuild/replace calipers and other brake hardware? Etc.
Specifically for the folks that have done this before @baldilocks and the like, any thoughts? Your thread specifically gave me the confidence to go for the hydroboost in the first place.
Thanks!
1997 FZJ80. Booster is going/gone, as evidenced by a hard pedal and very little braking force to the point that I don't feel safe driving it. Given the cost of a new vac booster, I've been in touch with VanCo to get a hydroboost kit from them for the truck. As of today, the truck is running factory brakes, factory steering pump, and has a 2.5" OME lift that the PO put on it. While I'm doing the hydroboost, I'm also planning to install a Wit's End power steering cooler and replacing the soft lines to account for the increased pressure and the unknown history of the current lines. I'm leaning towards these folks for lines, but haven't bought yet - 1993-1997 Landcruiser 80 Extended Lifted Stainless Steel Brake Lines FZJ80 LX450 - https://xtremeoverland.com/stainless-steel-brake-lines/
My question is, what else should I plan on doing to maximize my time? Should I look at hard brake lines too? Rebuild/replace calipers and other brake hardware? Etc.
Specifically for the folks that have done this before @baldilocks and the like, any thoughts? Your thread specifically gave me the confidence to go for the hydroboost in the first place.
Thanks!