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Old 04-09-2007, 07:06 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Talking 65 Starfire brake booster interchangeable 88/98 ?

Hi guys: New owner of a 65 Starfire that sadly needs a power booster. I have been doing some searching through local suppliers, and Cardone has listing for the 88/98 but not for Starfire. Now I was thinking that these three have so much in common brake wise, that I could likely use the 88/98 one. Has anyone tried this or found a better solution? I appreciate any help you guys can advise.
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Old 04-10-2007, 05:21 AM   #2 (permalink)
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A Starfire is basically an 88. The boosters will interchange.

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Old 04-10-2007, 07:01 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Thanks Paul

As I thought, thanks for confirming, Paul.

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Old 04-10-2007, 08:09 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Just be careful about the pushrod length where it presses on the master cylinder piston. The single master cylinders (66 and older) use a longer pushrod than the dual master cylinders (67 and later). The two are not interchangeable.
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Old 04-10-2007, 09:30 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Thanks Joe. every bit of info is welcome. Have ordered the 88/98 booster, and surprisingly they had stock in Canada! Heheh..what a coutry <grin>
I'll let you guys know how the final out come goes...then its power frigging window repair time.
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Old 04-19-2007, 08:02 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Hey guys:
Well, the booster is in with a new master cylinder and it worked perfectly.
Just for those who care .
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Old 04-20-2007, 12:06 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Thank you for letting us know the results.

I hate it when I see all this advice given, and we never hear back from the advisee. It is nice to know what worked and what didn't.
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