hydroboost banjo fitting

[Broncobowsher]

Was bumming around and came across a different approach to hydroboost fittings. Just wondering if anyone has tried this?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F2HQBGK2/?tag=classicbroncos-20

Thinking it might make for some better plumbing. I really dislike setting up hoses with multiple angle fittings. I always like at least one straight fitting on each hose. Keeps the hose from getting into a (rotational) bind when installed.

 

[lars]

Was bumming around and came across a different approach to hydroboost fittings. Just wondering if anyone has tried this?

http://[URL]https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F2HQBGK2/?tag=classicbroncos-20

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Thinking it might make for some better plumbing. I really dislike setting up hoses with multiple angle fittings. I always like at least one straight fitting on each hose. Keeps the hose from getting into a (rotational) bind when installed.

I've never seen those, but I like them! For the same reasons. Setting up multi-angle hoses is a PITA that I likewise try to avoid. Thanks for sharing.

 

[BronCowie]

I used a similar fitting on my Edelbrock carb for the fuel line, needed to be able and put a dropped-base air cleaner on to clear the hood. Worked out really well.

 

[Knuck]

Did you end up going with those Banjo style fittings with O-rings? If so, did they seal ok?

 

[Broncobowsher]

I have not tried them yet. On the radar for the next project, but the next project is not on the radar.

 

[ntsqd]

When I click on that link it comes up "unavailable."

 

[EPB72]

I’ve seen similar withe the o ring seal were ok BUT after about 6-7 years with limited use on a customers vehicle they were leaking and made quite a mess , I think a copper sealing ring works better .

 

[Broncobowsher]

When I click on that link it comes up "unavailable."

Search Hydroboost Banjo
They have them shown now with copper gaskets.

 

[Knuck]

Summit racing sells a set by Unisteer. Was thinking of using them, but am concerned with flow. Called summit, and they don't recommend banjo fittings for power steering.

UniSteer Performance 621710 UniSteer Power Steering Adapter Fittings | Summit Racing

Free Shipping - UniSteer Power Steering Adapter Fittings with qualifying orders of $109. Shop Power Steering Fittings at Summit Racing.

www.summitracing.com

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[ntsqd]

I can guess why. For the PS box itself the flow is such that a banjo fitting would be a significant loss of flow. With an H-B system the H-B unit likely won;t notice or care, but since the fluid going to the PS box flows thru the H-B unit now it's a problem. Tom Lee, founder of Lee Power Steering, told us to only use straight adapters and formed tube type non-straight hose ends, NEVER one of the machined block type of hose end or adapter.

That said, sometimes you have no choice.

 

[bigmuddy]

Thanks Bowsher for the redirection. I am curious if the banjo fittings are problematic, how are the bronco houses getting away with using them? Wild horses has been using them for years it would appear.