PSC Power Steering Reservoir mounting location. (1 Viewer)

[Azca]

H8Mudders,

I installed a hydro boost system and just got a chance to run her a bit. Fluid reservoir is warm and getting a bit of noise. Fully believe I need to install a larger capacity power steering reservoir to stop cavitation. Looking at the PSC units. Wondering if any of the brain trust has photos or information on how they may have adapted their system to install a new one. I have deleted my anti-locks and placed a winch controller in the voided space with a support bracket so, that space is out. Will also install their Anti-Splash Valve.

 

[Broski]

@baldilocks

 

[Broski]

Should go right where the OEM one is, not PCS but here's mine. Has a filter on the bottom that you can't see in the picture.

 

[Azca]

Looks like you fabbed up a new bracket, is it supported from below? What brand is this? Does this unit have a dedicated port for hydro boost? I am not necessarily sold on the PSC, but it does have an integral replaceable filter that purportedly eliminates cavitation and comes with a port for hydro boost. Can also be had with an external filter.

They also have an "off road" reservoir that has the ability to install a remote pressure relief valve. Not sure if that is necessary or not.

Off Road Remote Fluid Reservoir 7.25​

Pro Touring Street Remote Fluid Reservoir, 7.25" Tall ​

" Tall SR-VT - Fluid Anti-Splash Pressure Relief Valve ​

 

[NeverFinis]

Step 1) LS Swap
Step 2) Install a RL1008 PSC Power Steering Remote Reservoir Mount

Some people have trouble with Step 1. It is a doozy

 

[Broski]

Looks like you fabbed up a new bracket, is it supported from below? What brand is this? Does this unit have a dedicated port for hydro boost? I am not necessarily sold on the PSC, but it does have an integral replaceable filter that purportedly eliminates cavitation and comes with a port for hydro boost. Can also be had with an external filter.

They also have an "off road" reservoir that has the ability to install a remote pressure relief valve. Not sure if that is necessary or not.

Off Road Remote Fluid Reservoir 7.25​

Pro Touring Street Remote Fluid Reservoir, 7.25" Tall ​

" Tall SR-VT - Fluid Anti-Splash Pressure Relief Valve ​

Yes I fabricated the mount. It’s an off brand and I can’t remember the name right now. It does take the small oil filter that fits the 1FZ.
It doesn’t have an extra port for the hydro boost.
That’s why I tagged @baldilocks has does and he running Hydro boost brakes.

 

[Azca]

If I try step 1 at this stage, I may as well ask for a divorce now. SWMBO (AKA the Junk Shooter) has not been able to park in the garage for 4+ years. I start a swap now and she is going to use me for target practice. The bad part about that, she tends to flinch, pushing the handgun forward in anticipation of the shot. Hence the reason for the junk shooter tag...

 

[baldilocks]

Yes I fabricated the mount. It’s an off brand and I can’t remember the name right now. It does take the small oil filter that fits the 1FZ.
It doesn’t have an extra port for the hydro boost.
That’s why I tagged @baldilocks has does and he running Hydro boost brakes.

Hello, my reservoir is from PSC and has two return ports. I blended an obvious portion of the Toyota PS reservoir to the bracket I made. Works out well.

 

[Azca]

Hello, my reservoir is from PSC and has two return ports. I blended an obvious portion of the Toyota PS reservoir to the bracket I made. Works out well.
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Awesome! What size did you choose? What did you decide to do with the relief valve as far as location?

 

[baldilocks]

Awesome! What size did you choose? What did you decide to do with the relief valve as far as location?

My PSC res is 8” tall. I don’t remember there being a choice of sizes. Relief valve?

 

[Azca]

Thus res is 8” tall. I don’t remember there being a choice of sizes. Relief valve? View attachment 3856131

They are showing the following pressure relief valve that supposedly prevents fluid from escaping the system.

SR-VT - Fluid Anti-Splash Pressure Relief Valve

Upgraded Nylon Braided Vent Hose Kits 2 FT Nylon Braided Vent Hose Kit 4 FT Nylon Braided Vent Hose Kit 6 FT Nylon Braided Vent Hose Kit PSC Remote Anti-Splash Steering Fluid Vent Pressure Relief Valve PROBLEM: Power Steering Fluid over flowing through reservoir vent. SOLUTION: PSC has resolved...

www.pscmotorsports.com

 

[baldilocks]

They are showing the following pressure relief valve that supposedly prevents fluid from escaping the system.

SR-VT - Fluid Anti-Splash Pressure Relief Valve

Upgraded Nylon Braided Vent Hose Kits 2 FT Nylon Braided Vent Hose Kit 4 FT Nylon Braided Vent Hose Kit 6 FT Nylon Braided Vent Hose Kit PSC Remote Anti-Splash Steering Fluid Vent Pressure Relief Valve PROBLEM: Power Steering Fluid over flowing through reservoir vent. SOLUTION: PSC has resolved...

www.pscmotorsports.com

Ohhhh…. That, yes I did get one of those after constantly loosing fluid through the over flow tube. I mounted it to the fender just behind the vapor recovery canister. Works as advertised.

It actually hood a small amount of air pressure above the fluid, 6 psi iirc. This prevents foaming of the fluid and provides a positive pressure to the pump inlet to prevent cavitation.

 

[baldilocks]

H8Mudders,

I installed a hydro boost system and just got a chance to run her a bit. Fluid reservoir is warm and getting a bit of noise. Fully believe I need to install a larger capacity power steering reservoir to stop cavitation. Looking at the PSC units. Wondering if any of the brain trust has photos or information on how they may have adapted their system to install a new one. I have deleted my anti-locks and placed a winch controller in the voided space with a support bracket so, that space is out. Will also install their Anti-Splash Valve.

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Hey what brake MC is that? Got a part number or link? Bore diameter?

 

[Azca]

It is a Baer, 1-1/8". I don't have enough time driving to judge if this is too large a bore for my taste. I also need to make sure all the air is out of the system as it still feels a tad spongy.

The one item I have is pedal travel on the system, the push rod on the hydro boost was not long enough and I have it maxed out where it connects to the brake pedal. May try to cut the rod and use a rod coupler to lengthen. As it sits now, the pedal is a bit proud of the gas pedal, would like to see them parallel.

Baer Brakes 6805205 ReMaster 2-Bolt GM/Ford Master Cyl Combo Kit, 1-1/8" bore, Left port, Black

The Remaster Combo Kit includes the Remaster master cylinder with left side ports and a 2-bolt mounting flange. the ReMaster adjustable proportioning valve and pre-bent, inverted flare fitting lines.

www.baer.com

 

[baldilocks]

It is a Baer, 1-1/8". I don't have enough time driving to judge if this is too large a bore for my taste. I also need to make sure all the air is out of the system as it still feels a tad spongy.

The one item I have is pedal travel on the system, the push rod on the hydro boost was not long enough and I have it maxed out where it connects to the brake pedal. May try to cut the rod and use a rod coupler to lengthen. As it sits now, the pedal is a bit proud of the gas pedal, would like to see them parallel.

Baer Brakes 6805205 ReMaster 2-Bolt GM/Ford Master Cyl Combo Kit, 1-1/8" bore, Left port, Black

The Remaster Combo Kit includes the Remaster master cylinder with left side ports and a 2-bolt mounting flange. the ReMaster adjustable proportioning valve and pre-bent, inverted flare fitting lines.

www.baer.com

It looks like a clean set up. As I’m doing a new 96 build and will be using the hydro booster from the 93 I decided to try a 1” bore MC this time. The 1.125” worked ok but did require a bit more leg input than the stock set up but at least the car stopped without my foot against the fire wall. If I decide to go back to a 1.125” MC I’ll give the Baer unit a good look.

 

[Azca]

It looks like a clean set up. As I’m doing a new 96 build and will be using the hydro booster from the 93 I decided to try a 1” bore MC this time. The 1.125” worked ok but did require a bit more leg input than the stock set up but at least the car stopped without my foot against the fire wall. If I decide to go back to a 1.125” MC I’ll give the Baer unit a good look.

They also make 1", and 15/16". Here are their GM kits:

Remaster Combo Kits

www.baer.com