WH Hydroboost Fitment Question (Explorer EFI)

[fordguy]

WH/Hydratech (same?) on explorer efi, doable? I did not find a definitive answer. here is the link to the system https://www.wildhorses4x4.com/product/Hydroboost-Power-Brake-System-B/Bronco_Power_Brakes. I am currently fitting radiator, fan, etc. and only lack the hydro unit fitment, thinking i will go ahead while fiitting the engine bay and order and fit the unit.

 

[pocketlock]

WH/Hydratech (same?) on explorer efi, doable? I did not find a definitive answer. here is the link to the system https://www.wildhorses4x4.com/product/Hydroboost-Power-Brake-System-B/Bronco_Power_Brakes. I am currently fitting radiator, fan, etc. and only lack the hydro unit fitment, thinking i will go ahead while fiitting the engine bay and order and fit the unit.

Looking it over the only note about not fitting was for efi with the throttle body on the drivers side. Which side is the explorer efi on?

 

[duffymahoney]

I have it, works perfectly fine.

 

[toddz69]

Yes, that mounting plate with the angle in it was developed to clear the 351W - it will clear the Explorer EFI just fine (assuming you haven't switched the stock throttle body location).

We originally designed one that came straight out from the firewall too and that one was a bit hit/miss with some of the EFI intakes. WH switched to just using the angled one after a few years.

Todd Z.

 

[fordguy]

Looking it over the only note about not fitting was for efi with the throttle body on the drivers side. Which side is the explorer efi on?

Mine is passenger side.

 

[fordguy]

I have it, works perfectly fine.

Duffy, thanks.

Yes, that mounting plate with the angle in it was developed to clear the 351W - it will clear the Explorer EFI just fine (assuming you haven't switched the stock throttle body location).

We originally designed one that came straight out from the firewall too and that one was a bit hit/miss with some of the EFI intakes. WH switched to just using the angled one after a few years.

Todd Z.

thanks Todd. Best to order the WH vs Hydratech?

 

[ba123]

There is always a way.

I moved mine over.

Look at pages 4 & 5 of my build thread but I wouldn't worry about it until you try and know it won't fit.

 

[toddz69]

Duffy, thanks.

thanks Todd. Best to order the WH vs Hydratech?

I think they're essentially identical so go with what whichever one makes the most sense from an availability/cost perspective.

Todd Z.

 

[Hopstr]

I'm running the WH setup with my 351 Ford EFI and have no fitment issues (other than the hood). Nice setup.

 

[fordguy]

Last question, I am running 4 wheel disc with 33 -35 inch tires with the non adjustable 4 wheel disc proportioning valve, will the optional hydroboost master cylinder suffice?

 

[toddz69]

Last question, I am running 4 wheel disc with 33 -35 inch tires with the non adjustable 4 wheel disc proportioning valve, will the optional hydroboost master cylinder suffice?

It should work fine.

Todd Z.