Scout 800A Power Brake Conversion

[blhensley]

I want to convert my 1970 Scout 800a to power brakes to go along with the '74 Scout II axles/disc brakes I put under it. Does anyone know of a power brake booster/master cylinder setup from another vehicle that's a good swap? I really dont think the booster from a Scout II will fit the limited space available.

 

[FDChappie]

I've read that hydro boost is the way to go on the 80 and 800's. Iirc an astro van is a good source.

 

[blhensley]

How does the hydro boost work and what is the other vehicle besides the astro van?

 

[Aubrey]

Instead of vacuum boost it uses power steering pump pressure. That van setup I see most common. Diesel trucks will have it too but I'd imagine they will be quite large.

 

[FDChappie]

I've seen them on lincolns too.