HYDRATECH Hydraulic Brake Booster for 1973-1979 Chevrolet/GMC C/K
This Hydratech Hydraulic Brake Assist Unit is a direct fit for your 1973-1979 Chevy/GMC C/K truck. It’s the ultimate power brake conversion for your classic Squarebody pickup. Designed as a bolt-on replacement for your stock vacuum booster, this genuine OEM-style unit is specifically engineered for the GM “short rod / shallow” master cylinder. It’s the perfect solution for high-performance builds, eliminating the vacuum loss caused by aggressive camshafts. Upgrade to this high-performance hydraulic brake system for modern stopping power, crisp pedal feel, and maximum safety on your classic GM truck.
Key Features:
- Superior Design: Brand new genuine OEM hydraulic assist unit designed, tested, and manufactured in the United States of America professionally upgraded with stainless steel pushrods and adapters for enhanced durability.
- Precision Fitment: Features a CAD designed CNC-machined T6 billet aluminum direct-fit firewall mounting plate, requiring no firewall modifications for installation.
- Durable Construction: Includes a matching CNC-machined anodized T6 billet aluminum accumulator cover. Each unit is hand painted gloss black to compliment your engine compartment aesthetics.
- Tight Space Solution: Custom low-profile AN6 banjo fittings ensure optimal fitment in tight engine bay spaces while providing a clean, stylish look.
- Multi-Engine Compatibility: Will fit all engines with a PS pump located on the driver’s side. Fully compatible with modern rack and pinion steering conversions. Designed for use with disc/drum or disc/disc brake setups (not intended for 4-wheel drum brakes).
- Adjustability: Features an adjustable brake pedal rod to allow for a range of brake pedal height adjustment.
- Optional High-Spec Lines: Standard 4′ PS line set includes black stainless steel braided hoses with re-usable/re-buildable hose ends for pump and steering box. 5′, 6′ and 8′ hose lengths available for custom routing options.
- Compact Size: Measures just 7.129″ installed length from the firewall to the master cylinder mounting flange.
This system ensures a positive, quick brake response, making brake fade and loss of vacuum a thing of the past. It’s the best brake power upgrade you can buy for your Chevy/GMC C/K.
FITMENT NOTES: For vacuum to hydroboost upgrades only. Will not fit factory equipped hydroboost vehicles. Not compatible with OEM vacuum master cylinder.
Use master cylinder HT-MC8126-K https://mpbrakes.com/product/92-99-aluminum-gm-truck-master-cylinder-oe-style/ or other compatible 1 1/8″ bore master cylinder.
