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Replacing A Hydroboost Unit - EricTheCarGuy
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This is actually the first one of these that I replaced, it's a little more complicated than a regular vacuum booster but not by much. I looked up the procedure for installing the system and it said to crank the engine without starting it, if I were to do it again I'm not sure I would bother with this because the fluid didn't seem to flow until I revved the engine past 2500, once I did this things started to work normally.
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@voivod6969 6 лет назад

A couple of tips from a long-time mechanic. When youre doing anything under the dash? Take 10 minutes to remove the seat- you will create SO much more room for yourself it changes everything. Second- always have some kind of penetrating fluid on hand, most guys like PB Blaster or Deep Creep- my preferred brand is Aerokroil- amazing stuff. Be very generous about wetting down any exposed threads before unbolting everything- things come apart twice as fast when the threads have some lube and you'll be able to undo many bolts by hand that otherwise would have required the socket wrench. Stay safe out there-

@GuzzFieldTonKi 7 лет назад

Had to replace the hydroboost on my 2001 Safari van. After watching this video it was quite clear how to accomplish replacing it. Thanks for posting this. Local shop wanted $700+ to do the job. I did it for the cost of the unit thanks to you!

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@fastvpbt1 The videos I make are based on the vehicles that come into my shop so for me to fill your request the same car has to come in with the same problem, not likely in the near future, if one does come in I'll shoot the video if I have the time. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@lakayyak I make videos based on what comes into the shop, the next time I get a rack in I'll do my best to make a video for you. Thanks for the comment.

@nca877 13 лет назад

Underneath a dash, fighting a c-clip, in the cold, AND holding a camera. You are the man Eric!

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@beefystik Thanks for the comment. I can honestly say that when I got out of school it was only the beginning of what I was to learn, school is a great start but the learning really begins when you start working in the field. Best of luck to you and thanks again for the comment.

@bradleyhattendorf7136 3 года назад

I would rather watch these repair videos, than television. Great video Eric!! Complete, very informative! Better than network television!!!

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@sbakar The important thing is to stay positive, it's only a machine. And yes it was pretty late at night when I finished, that was a long day.

@derekstam6029 10 лет назад

Thanks for the video! I'm converting to a hydroboost because my aggressive cam wasn't giving me too much vacuum. This was the best info on hydroboosts I could find! Great work!

@DENicholsAutoBravado 9 лет назад

Thanks I never would have thought about that consequence of aggressive cams. Yes, increase lob separation, of course you'll have less vacuum! Good solution bro.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@ShiroMirage413 I shot a clutch master and slave video yesterday, I'm not sure how the footage turned out though as I was up under the dash again. I'm glad you liked this video, thanks for the comment.

@abellopez8820 2 года назад

That was 11 years ago, but I'm glad I watched it, as I plan to put a system like this in a 63 C10 I'm building. Thank you Eric

@BrokenRRT 8 лет назад

Thank you for taking the time to make and share this video! I have 96 3500 truck I need to do this in in the morning. I put it off a year because getting to the clip on the rod and pedal under the column is nowhere as easy as this was. The engineer that designed it needs to be beat with a break line hose....twice! I hear dropping the a bit is the key to getting in there to the clip. I'm not sure how to do it but I will just start removing bolts and figure it out as I go. Thanks again!

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@outlawsonic I'm happy to help. Thanks for the great comment.

@shaneolson4149 11 лет назад

im doing mine today 2003 astro, I do all my own work, and know exactly how hard anything under the hood is to replace, great video, keep up the good work

@markopopovic1881 11 лет назад

Great video - appreciate you taking the time, i got a 1995 Astro and Hydroboost just went out and need to change it. Thanks for putting this together and getting me in the right frame of mind and start this repair.

@rsemerso 6 лет назад

Rather old video now, but still very valid. I replaced a Hydroboost unit yesterday on a Savana 2500. This video shows a slightly different unit and orientation to the engine bay, but proved very handy in assessing the repair prior to taking it on. Total job took about an hour and a half and a few busted knuckles. Not too shabby for never doing one before.

@samjohnson466 10 лет назад

Great video Eric. I think this really showcases just how tedious and time consuming a job like this can be, thanks.

@Missnewgen 8 лет назад

this is an awesome video , you are easy to follow. As a GM Tecnician. I just found one of these cars for sale for nothing on Craigslist and now I know how to fix this unit. Thanks a bunch I should buy this car and fix it and sell it.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@IIGrayfoxII Labor was only 2 hours but the part was pricy. If I'm honest compared to some of the stuff I've had to do on those vans this was fairly easy. Thanks for your comment.

@sagittariushorse1088 11 лет назад

Love your direct honesty Eric, You call a spade a spade, Even if u show us your tired/lazy side. Ur still awesome. Thanks bud!!!!!

@johnnyrotten43 7 лет назад

Thanks Eric! We put it together and did not have any brake pedal. We watched your video and discovered what you discovered. The spring loaded centering bracket was not included in the new unit. We took it out of the old one and presto! Thanks!

@georgiabrigand6793 Год назад

Eric TCG, thank you for the video and especially for showing so much detail. I'm currently on a problem with the brakes dragging on my 2003 Astro. After 10 miles they seize up and overheat. I needed to see the mounts of the master cylinder and the hydroboost connection to the brake pedal before taking the wrenches to anything. Your video covers it very nicely. Your work is greatly appreciated. BTW, the bungee cords are a great idea. It beats the pieces of 2x4 lumber I used to jam in there to keep the hoses out of the way.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@Ryskimus Well it's been very well received so I'm happy for that. I love making these videos even if some present more of a challenge than others.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@AngryGunNerd Actually the job wasn't as bad as some of the things I've had to do to these vans. I think timing belts are easy for the most part, depends on how much clearance they give you though. Thanks for your comment.

@sagittariushorse1088 11 лет назад

Eric's a great guy, Doesn't hav to offer his knowledge, But I'm grateful he does; shows he cares about the rest of us, Especially those that can't afford expensive mechanics

@crslyrn 5 лет назад

Good details on the removal & installation. Thanks for sharing. I wasn't sure how to get the rod off of the brake pedal. Thanks to you, I now know how. Now I gotta get back to changing the one out on my truck. Stays safe.

@JohnWooley-bv7xs 2 месяца назад

Thank you for your advice about replacing the hydro boost on the Astro van.... Very helpful

@stevenpeterson8596 5 лет назад

Great, great video. I love how you explain and photograph each step. i especially like the little tips and tricks you throw out. I have a chance to get an old GMC Safari at a good price. Now I know I can do the work it needs, thanks

@danielsam5543 8 лет назад

Thanks for posting this Eric! Saved us $400 in parts up-charge and labor (mechanic wanted $650, I found the same part for $250).

@ztaples 7 лет назад

been watching your videos for a while and just now you saved me a lot of time since im doing one just now. thanks a lot for the great info you provide.

@freedomjustice691 6 лет назад

Thank you for your time and energy. Good and fun explanation. We had fun watching. From Jason and Tara.

@hawkeyestiguy 12 лет назад

IDK why I just watched this whole video..... cause I don't even own a freakin Astro van... Lol. Good video!

@Mossy500A 10 лет назад

This man is a wizard! Need to get under the hood of my truck; it's a Chevy 6.2L with hydroboost. Thanks for the help!

@jeffmatthews6699 9 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing. I need to do this after replacing the master cylinder, and you made it seem easier and not so daunting.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@xylenol15 Actually they use the same engines they just have a different body configuration, they can be difficult to work on as a result of these configurations as you point out however. Thanks for the comment.

@nc4756 6 лет назад

Watched you fix the van and followed how you did it and worked great ... thanks

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@MrGW24 The only reason I did it that way was to show the use of hand tools, if I were going to do it I would have just used my impact and been done for all 4 fasteners. You make a great suggestion though, thanks for your input.

@liverlips1988 10 лет назад

Hey thanks for the great video Eric , I will be replacing the hydro on my 2000 astro it leaks and has been for a while . My PS pump is getting noisy too so that may be next . I do all my repairs my self and you gave me everything I needed to know for this one , thanks again ,,, and ya I don't like working on Astro van's either lol but there great when there done .

@ShiroMirage413 13 лет назад

So glad you posted this vid. I have to change my clutch master cylinder on my car and its gonna be my first time doing that. Really helped with the camera under the dash cause I know i'll have to disconnect it from the clutch pedal. Really appreciate your hard work Eric. Keep it up.

@RamblinAround 13 лет назад

Excellent video! You always do a great job of filming and explaining as you go along. This vid also reminded me why I'll never buy another van.

@skywaves5175 4 года назад

Did I mention I hate like working on Astro vans. You took the words out of my mouth. Good job.

@wathalb 5 лет назад

Great video Eric. Power steering on mine started making noise then later lost power brakes. Thought was steering oump but now thinking hydroboost

@jamesschuller3688 5 лет назад

I have been dealing with this power steering problem for 3 months had to replace high pressure line was leaking low pressure line rotted out return line needed a looking at last Friday my power steering gear box leaking from Shaft I replaced now looks like power steering pump is leaking it never ends oh and did I mention I don't like working on Astros lol love your videos definitely help me keep her on the road I wouldn't be where I am now if it wasn't for your videos and your generosity this van is the only thing keeping me and my family afloat bouncing from odd job Todd job jack of all trades master of none thanks.

@buggsyspam 13 лет назад

Something I'll probably never do, but never the less I enjoy learning. Thanks Eric.

@brittond14 12 лет назад

I'm replacing the hyrdoboost on a 2000 C3500 truck. Brake switch and pushrod is surrounded by bracing and steering column brackets. Anyways, your video was most helpful. Liked the parts about getting the air out and your use of hose plyers to help you out. I feel more confident that I will complete this job better today with your help.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@groutaone I was surprised too but I don't think he ran it too long after he lost brakes and steering. Good to see you here groutaone I love your videos, clear and down to earth.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@buggsyspam Me too, learning is fun, knowledge is power. Thanks for the comment.

@jdmab 11 лет назад

Hi Eric just used your video to change a leaking hydroboost on my 96 yukon 6.5 diesel . everthing went well exept putting back the metal retainer for the brake pedal , thank's again for the upload

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@lezneugj Awesome, I'm very happy to hear my video helped you. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@nickmydog Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment.

@HeirWolfenstein 6 лет назад

Im doing one tomorrow on a 2003 GMC Safari. Thanks for the video, it will make my job so much easier.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@brakedd Yea, working on them is fun too, especially if they are AWD. Thanks for the comment.

@theohefko 6 лет назад

Eric! Thanks! That was great! Very helpful. I'm ordering and doing this myself later this week.

@woffordsoverlandjourneys8618 4 года назад

Hey that was a great video because I have power steering issues and I know there was curious to how it was done

@ootdega 8 лет назад

I noticed what you said about the power steering noise, and I also had a noisy power steering pump. So I took the cap off the reservoir and did what you said, and now it makes a lot less noise and works smoother. The steering wheel doesn't jerk around at near-lock anymore either. I thought that whine was normal. I guess I was wrong. Thanks, Eric.

@cheerdiver 7 лет назад

Draw a vacuum on the HB system, it will pull all the air out.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@binnsh I've used those, I think they are referred to as "wobble extensions" depending on who made the tool.

@carlosrivera1343 Год назад

I really liked the VEDEO the mechanic explained in detail , step by step how to replace the Hydroboost . Thank You very much

@outlawsonic 13 лет назад

Love the channel great stuff. Has help me fix some problems with my own car and saved me the downtime and expense of paying someone. Keep it up. and thanks again

@swmfers 13 лет назад

@EricTheCarGuy i learn much from watching your videos havent really had much experience with japanese cars. i have worked at ford truck centers and international dealerships. just started working for a ford dealership doing automotive work and its quite a bit different from the diesel world.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@JohnnyDesaint You may still have air in the system, the air in this van didn't purge till I revved the engine up to almost 3K in order to get the brakes and power steering to work. In your case however if that does not work I might be looking to the lines to see if there is a restriction somewhere as it will result in the sam problem and possibly cause your performance issue. Lastly make sure you used the correct fluid, in the case of this van it had to be power steering fluid.

@crj5106 7 лет назад

I'm happy for this video. Our 41 Ford coe has a hydroboost under the cab and it's going out... But I see it's about as easy to take off as it looks. hopefully I won't have to unhook the master...

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@Nightspank10 Yea I showed some of those in the tool show videos, at the moment they're not in the budget but thanks for the tip.

@awesomeluis 5 лет назад

I don't even have hydro boost and I enjoyed every second of this video! 😊

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@partyboyperk You might want to check the actual fuel pressure to see if there is enough. Even though the pump runs it may not be putting out enough volume to run the engine. Most fuel injected systems need 30-40 psi to run.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@gripracer Space consideration is the primary like in this van but they also use it with diesels because they don't produce a lot of intake vacuum.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@kenman1717 The pliers are actually hose pliers made by Mac and your right they would damage spark plug boots. Thanks for the comment.

@spartan1071 9 лет назад

I absolutely love your videos. They Crack me up! You seem to be very intelligent but you do things the hard way for sure. Not all the time but sometimes. Keep the videos coming.

@fr4gg3rd00d 9 лет назад

Just bought myself a 98 Astro, this video helped a lot! Thanks!

@Kaibil66 6 лет назад

Hey Eric...you are the best in town and the best in you tube, always uploading nice tutorials for us thank you man, I have to do the same change out on my Chevy Astro same exact problem with mine...now I know what to do. Thank you again Eric and I tell you this ....I love my Astro van it is a 97 model and runs as it was new, built to last forever...lol

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@HD8Track I've been using Diamond Grip for years, I'm also kind of cheep so I try very hard not to tear them if I can help it.

@axenz1 13 лет назад

Wow.... It's very hard working with it, especially no rooms and have to disconnect more for space....well done Eric..

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@tchourb1 I recommend starting with bleeding the cooling system. I did a video on Diagnosing an Overheat that covers all the steps.

@gpm1us 11 лет назад

Awesome video! Thanks so much for putting it together. Gonna replace the hydroboost on my 96 today.

@bobbyganoosh8071 6 лет назад

Good quality video, thanks for giving and happy thanksgiving.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@ncrdisabled I've heard them referred to as that myself. Sucks about your accident, sorry to hear about that.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@MoToRPoLLuTioN Sounds like 2 separate problems. As for the steering make sure your tire psi is correct. As for the brakes I would do an inspection to make sure everything is working right, I sometimes spin the wheels while they are up in the air and apply to brakes to see if they are working correctly. I can say that some pads are made better than others, cheep pads sometimes act that way.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@jhacksim First there are several types of vacuum in a gasoline engines but the most commonly used vacuum is intake vacuum. Intake vacuum is produced naturally and is the reason the air fuel mixture is drawn into the combustion chamber to begin with, in short without it the engine would not run.

@malecco1 13 лет назад

wow much props to you...... I got aggravated just by looking at you doing the job

@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP 8 лет назад

OMG Eric- watching this video freaked me out! To stop and think- in just 5 years? how far you've come along. Dingy, dark, cramped garage- now- huge pole barn, lift, huge compressor, brake lathe, press, way more tools, Cameraman Brian- you've even lost weight (and some hair) but you look great; more comfortable, confident- dare I say- *_professional_*. All that way- to be plagued by an old, neglected van that loves you. (LOL) You've come full circle, it's all downhill gravy now. Take care, Man!

@GK-sh7ck 3 года назад

Excellent camera work Eric

@muky1956 6 лет назад

I will try tomorrow to do this job, thanks for your help.

@rogeriorodriguez1212 5 лет назад

Please do more Astro van videos this video was amazing thank you

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@shodanxx Thanks for the comment. You know what I find funny? The fact that many will not lubricate an 'o' ring before installation but they will COVER a gasket with goop when installing it, backwards, I just don't get it.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@wandareager Good luck and thanks for the comment.

@sleepinggiant90 13 лет назад

YAY!!!!!!!! ETCG!!!!!! I was jonesing for a new video all week! Plus it's something I've never heard of. I'm so happy!

@JohnnyDesaint 13 лет назад

HEY ERIC IT WAS THE POWERSTEERING PUMP THAT WAS WRONG WITH MY SAFARI.HYDROBOOST WAS BAD ALSO CAUSE THE CANASTER WAS COMPLETELY OFF .WELL THANX FOR EVERYTHING U WERE A BIG HELP!

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@BOOTYART I honestly don't know what that could be but I like working on the AWD Astro Van even less than then 2WD version. The transmission is separate from the AWD, I know that much.

@mayeri3083 4 года назад

Wow Eric really A beautiful video, I think it's you and CrisFix who take the cake when making videos about repairs on cars, oh sorry vans! 😛 You guys are really amazing in the clarity and the speed that you guys go through the video. Good camera angles and overall amazing. Have an issue with my Chevy Express and seems the same scenario that has to be done! Well done and thanks for the push to want to repair it by yourself. A++ Video.

@ZipSnipe 11 лет назад

Dude, I love you, LOL "did I mention I don't like working on Astro vans" Thank you soooo much for putting this up on RU-vid , you are the man !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@sfeliant Not sure but air in the system can certainly cause problems so you want to be sure you get it all out after doing a repair to the system.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@sosquaided We're not alone, you should read some of the comments below. There sure are a lot of those vans out there though. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@fastveedub I'll look into that because I was thinking the same thing as I was doing this job.

@MRLlibra 8 лет назад

Dang, dude your videos are the best.THanks for all of them,

@bighitnick33 9 лет назад

Hands down the most helpful video!!!!

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@v8power200 Your welcome, thanks for the comment.

@zakirali-xu2mb 11 лет назад

I wish i had a mechanic like you. All my local mechanics rip you off for money and don't fix the problem. that's why i love watching your videos so much, i might actually get good enough one day to not get scared when looking at the engine bay. :D

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@shingleful Yea, vans are not my favorite but if you do this for a living you have to take the good with the bad.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@linuxbox11 Cap on or off it will still work as the cap is vented, the thing I learned here was that you needed it rev it up to get the brakes and power steering to work again.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@midlantic1 It's been mentioned more than once and I agree.

@trevosride 10 лет назад

Thanks Erik I save 350 dlls and when I bleed it I just add some to cover and I turn the wheel and 3 blocks away and almost a quart of p/s fluid done, thanks again.