jimswhite92

along with a hard brake pedal. After searching the archives it appears my brake vacuum booster is shot. Sounds like it's a PITA to replace.

What brand are you guys replacing the booster with. Do you recommed a factory replacement or will the NAPA, Auto Zone parts be OK???

Thanks ... Jim

Nathan Plemons

Well I haven't had to replace mine but it doesn't seem like it would be THAT hard. All you should need is a tripple jointed spine.

You said you've searched the archives, so you've probably already checked all the obvious. There are several vacuum lines around the pedals, have you double checked them just in case. It would really suck to replace the booster over a cracked line.

jimswhite92

Only hear the noise when I apply brake and after searching the archives I made an assumption.

I'll be checking the vacuum lines before I do anything.

Thanks

Nathan Plemons

Either the clutch or the brake pedal, possibly both, have vacuum switches that are used to cut the cruise control. If one of those popped off it MIGHT cause your trouble. I'd say you're probably right about the booster but it never hurts to check. I know how hard it is to get under that dash and I'd hate to see anybody spend more time under there than needed.

86PACER

Those are classic symptoms of a bad brake booster. I had the excact symptoms you describe. There are replacements. They come in plastic like the original, and also come made of metal. The metal ones are a good choice if you want to be sure the drivers header wont melt a hole in it by heat. I got a metal one for less that $100 at a local Advace Auto Parts. Some come with a lifetime warranty. They are easy to replace. The hardest thing will be getting to the bolts holding it to the firewall from under the driver's dash. A ratchet with an extension and a u-joint will work nicely. If your tall, laying down under the dash will be the harderst part. Overall, it's cake. Definatly not a P.I.T.A. Just be sure not to drop the mouting bolts behind the carpet. Good luck. :thumbs:




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jimswhite92

It looks and sounds doable. I'll find the parts and tackle it soon.

Thanks for the help ... Jim