PLEASE READ THE WHOLE DESCRIPTION AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ADDING TO CART
NOTE-PLEASE INFORM US IF YOUR STEERING BOX HAS A FOUR BOLT CAP SO WE CAN SEND YOU THE PROPER FITTINGS. LATE 1997 TYPICALY CAME WITH THESE STEERING BOXES
For Gas 5.0 or 5.8 see our gas Hydroboosters.
SHIPPING LEAD TIME 1 WEEK
Quick reminder: This kit will not fix underlying brake issues.
OBS Solutions Hydroboost Upgrade: Seeking the ultimate brake enhancement for your 1989-1997 Ford F-Series Truck? Look no further than OBS Solutions Hydroboost Kit - the definitive solution to elevate your driving experience.
No more trying to find old, used or obsolete F-Superduty parts!
What's Hydroboost?
OBS Solutions Hydroboost Kit replaces your stock vacuum assist brake booster with a hydroboost unit that utilizes power steering hydraulic pressure instead of engine vacuum for braking assist. This provides a tremendous increase in braking power, requires less input from the driver and a much better driving experience, especially when towing.
All kits seamlessly integrate with your stock master cylinder and power steering pump. The kit allows the use of your original stock brake pedal and firewall mounting provisions. It's literally “Bolt On”.
Those equipped with Super Duty axles boasting rear disk brakes, we recommend the application of a 2005 6.0 master cylinder for optimal performance.
Kit Options:
Kit 1: Basic Hydroboost/Fittings ONLY
This is intended for trucks with engine swaps, such as Cummins or LS conversions, or other custom applications, this comprehensive kit includes:
Custom assembled to spec OBS Solutions NEW Motorcraft Hydroboost with pushrod clevis
Mounting plate, hardware and gasket
Hydroboost fittings to -6 JIC (x2)
Steering gearbox fittings to -6 JIC (x1)
Please note: You'll need to procure your own lines and additional fittings tailored to your power steering pump and non-OE components. Utilization of a stock Ford OBS master cylinder or an upgraded Ford master cylinder is required.
Kit 2: 1994-97 OBS 7.3 Powerstroke and 1989-1997 7.3 diesel IDI and 460 Gas Truck. Building upon the components of Kit 1, Kit 2 also incorporates:
Two pressure hoses
Fittings compatible with your stock power steering pump
Power steering return hose with required clamps and brass Y fitting
Power steering pump fitting to -6 JIC (x1)
Kit 3: The ultimate 1994-1997 OBS 7.3 Powerstroke and 1989-1997 7.3 IDI and 460 Gas Truck. Enhancement package, Kit 3 integrates all elements from Kits 1 and 2, further augmented with:
A brand-new 1999-2003 7.3 Super Duty power steering pump featuring an extra return line port. This makes installation much simpler and is intended to run a hydroboost unit.
Please make sure you completely understand the product, fitment and instructions prior to purchase. Also, be sure to check out our YouTube videos for more information.
Please choose whether you would like to incorporate the Electric Vacuum Pump Kit. Purchasing Our Hydro boost kit? Want to get rid of that ugly vacuum booster on the front of your 7.3 engine thats robbing horsepower and clutering up your engine bay? Well look no further we have the perfect bundle for you.
Really like the kit so far. (Kit 3) Well put together and shipped fast. Instructions I felt left me hanging on a couple minor points but nothing that using a little common sense couldn’t figure out after a minute. I do have a pretty nasty whine in my new PS pump but I think that’s because I did a stupid move and started the truck before lifting the front end and trying to work the air out that way first.
Brake pedal feels much more modern and stopping power has improved and will even more when the rear brakes get some love.
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Nick Fisk
Just buy this and save alot of time
Would buy again works great cam with everything in needed
B
Brett Boom
Hydroboost 7.3 Centurion
This kit makes the truck stop so much better, much firmer pedal.
The overall length off the firewall was the same going from vacuum booster to this hydroboost. The master cylinder sits a bit lower with this hydroboost vs the stock vacuum booster.
Install is very easy. I would suggest test fitting all the fittings and hoses together on a bench before install. I had to clean up some threads, but nothing major.
I installed this kit using the OBS Solution lines. They are excellent and come pre clocked, so some maneuvering may be need to get them into place by yourself.
I went with a Lee Powersteering pump (CII style with Saginaw internals) The combo is amazing.
Truck runs on 37" 22.5 10 lug dually wheels and stops just as easily as a new car.
This hydroboost kit is essential I feel, this is how the truck should've left the factory.
G
Gavin
Kit 3 hydroboost with electric vacuum pump kit
Definitely recommended to anyone.
Before my brakes were soft and some days I was skeptical of towing anything safely.
After install my brakes are firm and very responsive. I also bought the vacuum pump delete and electric vacuum pump kit. Install was easy and all parts were included, minus some wires and corrugated wiring cover.
I recommended using a Sawzall on cutting down the old idler stud and flap disc for smoothing it out over draining the coolant and removing the fan and clutch assembly.
A
A.H.
Kit 3 fantastic
Very well put together instructions. Getting the hydro boost lines is definitely a challenge because they are pretty stiff . Other than that easy install. Brakes work much better and it’s a very clean unit 10/10
Only took about 3 hours as well start to finish
Really like the kit so far. (Kit 3) Well put together and shipped fast. Instructions I felt left me hanging on a couple minor points but nothing that using a little common sense couldn’t figure out after a minute. I do have a pretty nasty whine in my new PS pump but I think that’s because I did a stupid move and started the truck before lifting the front end and trying to work the air out that way first.
Brake pedal feels much more modern and stopping power has improved and will even more when the rear brakes get some love.
N
Nick Fisk
Just buy this and save alot of time
Would buy again works great cam with everything in needed
B
Brett Boom
Hydroboost 7.3 Centurion
This kit makes the truck stop so much better, much firmer pedal.
The overall length off the firewall was the same going from vacuum booster to this hydroboost. The master cylinder sits a bit lower with this hydroboost vs the stock vacuum booster.
Install is very easy. I would suggest test fitting all the fittings and hoses together on a bench before install. I had to clean up some threads, but nothing major.
I installed this kit using the OBS Solution lines. They are excellent and come pre clocked, so some maneuvering may be need to get them into place by yourself.
I went with a Lee Powersteering pump (CII style with Saginaw internals) The combo is amazing.
Truck runs on 37" 22.5 10 lug dually wheels and stops just as easily as a new car.
This hydroboost kit is essential I feel, this is how the truck should've left the factory.
G
Gavin
Kit 3 hydroboost with electric vacuum pump kit
Definitely recommended to anyone.
Before my brakes were soft and some days I was skeptical of towing anything safely.
After install my brakes are firm and very responsive. I also bought the vacuum pump delete and electric vacuum pump kit. Install was easy and all parts were included, minus some wires and corrugated wiring cover.
I recommended using a Sawzall on cutting down the old idler stud and flap disc for smoothing it out over draining the coolant and removing the fan and clutch assembly.
A
A.H.
Kit 3 fantastic
Very well put together instructions. Getting the hydro boost lines is definitely a challenge because they are pretty stiff . Other than that easy install. Brakes work much better and it’s a very clean unit 10/10
Only took about 3 hours as well start to finish
The fit is perfect for my cclb dually which also has a fiberglass body kit on it. No drone and very quiet in-cab. Sounds great when you get on the throttle
(1994-1997) - Diamond Eye 4" Muffler Kit
William Beck
Great Kit!
These rocker guards do a shockingly good job of keeping rocks and mud etc off the rockers. Especially with stock offset wheels. The video instructions are great, and the fit on these is excellent. I've torn the fronts off on accident a few times, and I'll keep buying replacements. They just work that well.
Front and Rear Rocker Guard Kit
Troy HESSELGESSER
Rear bed step.
Absolutely a need. The step makes it so easy to step in to the bed. Installation was a breeze. I have to say again, A+ on the shipping.
1980-1997 Ford F-Series Rear Bed Step Kit
MARTY FALCON
door panel repair kit
all of the parts fit well as expected, shipping was fast, and cost was great. easy install after watching the video.
1992-97 F-Series Single Cab, Extended Cab, and Bronco with Front ONLY Power Windows Driver Side Door Panel Repair Bracket
Kaleb curtiss
Couldn’t be any better
Insanely easy install. Totally fixes your derpy control bezel flopping around. Mine is nice and tight now. The YouTube video on it was very explanatory and it was totally worth it. Thanks!
Door Panel Repair Bracket For Crew Cab 4-Door Power Window Driver Side Only
The fit is perfect for my cclb dually which also has a fiberglass body kit on it. No drone and very quiet in-cab. Sounds great when you get on the throttle
Great product, although it's a little expensive for a couple brackets a d some bolts your buying yourself some time as they have figured out how to stack everything nice together nice and tight the first time. Only reason i didn't give it 5 starts is because i had to make new brackets to mount my a/c condensor as none of the replacement ones on rock auto or locally at the parts store would work with the mount.
I used these on my 91 f350 when putting a 7.3 powerstroke in with intercooler and 6.0 trans cooler and everything fit properly and made the install so much easier
These rocker guards do a shockingly good job of keeping rocks and mud etc off the rockers. Especially with stock offset wheels. The video instructions are great, and the fit on these is excellent. I've torn the fronts off on accident a few times, and I'll keep buying replacements. They just work that well.
