Bleeding brakes... Need Help
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 918
Likes: 198
From: TX
Originally Posted by EFI-4
Patches,
Thanks for the helpful link. I've been looking for something like this for a long time. I've used a MityVac in the past that produced less than ideal results. Sounds like the Motive bleeder make bleeding brakes a one man, "no brainer" operation. I purchased the same model that you did. The adapter that it comes with will work on all the cars I own, according to Motive.
Once again, thanks for the tip! I'll post my results using the product as soon as it gets here.
Steve
Thanks for the helpful link. I've been looking for something like this for a long time. I've used a MityVac in the past that produced less than ideal results. Sounds like the Motive bleeder make bleeding brakes a one man, "no brainer" operation. I purchased the same model that you did. The adapter that it comes with will work on all the cars I own, according to Motive.
Once again, thanks for the tip! I'll post my results using the product as soon as it gets here.
Steve
Seems like the easiest one man operation.
verysoon
Pro
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 718
Likes: 3
From: Mason Mi
Originally Posted by VERYSOON
Why do you feel the MityVac "produced less than ideal results"??????
Seems like the easiest one man operation.
verysoon
Seems like the easiest one man operation.
verysoon
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 918
Likes: 198
From: TX
Whitelite
The only thing I can figure as to a perceived bad outcome is if you open the bleeder valve much more than about a quarter of a turn. The pump really puts a suction on the system and can actually such air in around the threads. I understand that this does no harm, but looks like air bubbles as you bleed.
You can also use the pump to remove fluid from the reservoir instead of using a 'turkey baster'.
I've had no troubles with it and you virtually don't spill any brake fluid. You can also keep track of exactly how much fluid you remove by observing the measurements on the fluid cup.
Its not a bad deal for $30 and keeps you from having to yell at your girlfriend to pump the brakes properly.
Could actually save a marriage or relationship, this little pump!
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The only thing I can figure as to a perceived bad outcome is if you open the bleeder valve much more than about a quarter of a turn. The pump really puts a suction on the system and can actually such air in around the threads. I understand that this does no harm, but looks like air bubbles as you bleed.
You can also use the pump to remove fluid from the reservoir instead of using a 'turkey baster'.
I've had no troubles with it and you virtually don't spill any brake fluid. You can also keep track of exactly how much fluid you remove by observing the measurements on the fluid cup.
Its not a bad deal for $30 and keeps you from having to yell at your girlfriend to pump the brakes properly.
Could actually save a marriage or relationship, this little pump!
g
Racer
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 460
Likes: 12
From: Gulf Shores AL
Originally Posted by tipcapman
Motive is the way to go.
Another nice touch is a GM bleeder adapter, available from Kent Moore as part number J-35589. It is pricey at about $40, but is more convenient than the adapters provided by Motive. Or you could easily fabricate one from a stock reservoir cover.
L
Another nice touch is a GM bleeder adapter, available from Kent Moore as part number J-35589. It is pricey at about $40, but is more convenient than the adapters provided by Motive. Or you could easily fabricate one from a stock reservoir cover.
L
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Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 528
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From: Thousand Oaks CA
Originally Posted by wicked96
Does anyone have the Russell Speed Bleeder part number for C5's? Summit does not list a part number they give years 85 - 98... Does not seem correct to me... I need them for a 2000..
Thanks
Thanks
I would like to know as well???
Racer
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 455
Likes: 11
From: Roanoke VA
Originally Posted by tipcapman
Motive is the way to go.
Another nice touch is a GM bleeder adapter, available from Kent Moore as part number J-35589. It is pricey at about $40, but is more convenient than the adapters provided by Motive. Or you could easily fabricate one from a stock reservoir cover.
Another nice touch is a GM bleeder adapter, available from Kent Moore as part number J-35589. It is pricey at about $40, but is more convenient than the adapters provided by Motive. Or you could easily fabricate one from a stock reservoir cover.
Part number is 1108 for the adapter or 0108 for the bleeder with the proper adapter.
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