Offset mounting bracket for Hydroboost

[FirstTimer67]

One of the concerns with the hydroboost is that it runs so close to the valve covers when mounting it inline with the engine. Would it be possible to shift that a few inches toward the fender by installing an offset bracket with small bell crank? A quick search comes back with quite a few examples of vehicles that use such a bracket to raise the booster/MC up a few inches...could I rotate that 90 degrees to shift it to the side? If so, anyone already do this or have any recommendations?

https://www.cjponyparts.com/cj-clas...7qk7ZNWGvGGTY_k0aAEcBSQOB3eWPfWoaAsWaEALw_wcB

 

[bronconut73]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Early-Bron...-/324320192495?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292


This one does what you want Bud.

 

[Jedeka]

What transmission are you using ?

 

[mrdrnac]

I did exactly as you describe, but it would be much easier for you to buy the above listed bracket.

What I did: https://classicbroncos.com/forums/showthread.php?t=301579

 

[bronco t]

Would the stock - angled power brake booster work? I am entertaining giving this a try when I get around to a HB install.

https://www.wildhorses4x4.com/product/Booster_Bracket/Bronco_Power_Brakes

 

[Spaggyroe]

I had a firewall mounting plate cut on a cnc plasma to move my booster / mc over. I built a new brake pedal with a “bellcrank” I guess you’d call it. It fits in the stock peddle box but would not work if you also have a clutch pedal.

 

[jmhend]

Would the stock - angled power brake booster work? I am entertaining giving this a try when I get around to a HB install.

https://www.wildhorses4x4.com/product/Booster_Bracket/Bronco_Power_Brakes

It will work but I think you may need this.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Early-Bron...rsOtherItemsV2&_trksid=p2332490.c100889.m5204

 

[gick70]

That's what I used with the angle bracket...

 

[FirstTimer67]

I did already know about the eBay bracket but it moves the assembly over more than I’d like. I have the angle bracket for a vacuum booster installed now and thought about reusing it but I like the look of in-line better.

I have a toploader trans so clutch pedal would make redoing the pedals a major undertaking, but certainly not impossible if I can’t otherwise get the look and clearance I’m going for.

Seems like mrdrnac has already done it so my question of whether it’s doable is answered. Now i just have to figure out how many different options are out there and source the bracket closest to my desired measurement.

 

[EricLar80]

I shifted mine over a few inches; only works if you have an automatic.

Looks like my approach is the same as Spaggyroe's.

 

[catfan]

I do the inline and other brackets, I have a new firewall kit coming out that will move
the h-boost about 1" away from the motor.

 

[FirstTimer67]

Catfan, put me on the waiting list. Are you far enough along to share any pics or insight into the design?

 

[JB Fab]

This is a nice clean way to do it. This way you don't have it sticking out of the firewall two feet (leaving room for other important stuff)......

 

[FirstTimer67]

This is a nice clean way to do it. This way you don't have it sticking out of the firewall two feet (leaving room for other important stuff)......

This is even better still. I originally thought about tackling the issue at the pedal assembly but once I looked up under the dash I didn’t think I’d have the clearance. Is this available for purchase or a custom job?

 

[catfan]

Catfan, put me on the waiting list. Are you far enough along to share any pics or insight into the design?

Just started it today so not yes, it doesn't take me long to do it so
it should be soon.

 

[catfan]

This is a nice clean way to do it. This way you don't have it sticking out of the firewall two feet (leaving room for other important stuff)......

That is really nice!

 

[EricLar80]

This is a nice clean way to do it. This way you don't have it sticking out of the firewall two feet (leaving room for other important stuff)......

That is a clean way to do it if you want to keep the clutch! I like the bearing block to keep things moving smoothly.

 

[hucktruck]

I modified a 76-77 bracket to offset my hydroboost. Put a new mounting plate in and moved the clevis mounting tab

 

[catfan]

Moved the H-Boost over 1" on the firewall, got it ready to install.

 

[catfan]

That is a super duty h-boost and looks like it is a direct bolt up, just have to see
how low my brake pedal sits. I moved the push rod to the other side of the brake pedal.
had to modify the pedal bracket.