Speed bleeder leak
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Team Owner
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Speed bleeder leak
While bleeding my brakes today, I noticed some fluid seeping out from around the base of the bleeder when I loosened it. It doesn't leak at all when the bleeder is closed tight, just when it's open. Is there some version of lock-tite or perhaps something like plumber's tape that I can put on the threads to prevent this? I bleed the brakes fairly regularly and don't want the bleeder valve permanently seized or locked.
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Joined: Aug 2002
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From: Norfolk VA
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 8,222
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From: Norfolk VA
speedbleeders come with sealant already on them, that product is sold by the manufacture specifically for use with their bleeders for people that bleed their brakes often. Why would you not follow the manufacture recomendations?
Used to replace the thread sealant that will eventually wear off if you bleeded your brakes frequently. It is mainly used by racers who bleed their brakes after every race. It comes in a 1/2 ounce bottle with an applicator brush built in to the cap.
