Recommended break bleeder pump/device ?
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That's where my problem is, the chance of having an assistant is very low.
Nelsonmd
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Get speed bleeders, they are $7 per wheel and you can bleed the brakes solo very easily.
I have a vacuum pump from HF which actually works pretty dang well, but I have abandoned it for speed bleeders because they are just plain easier. A positive pressure bleeder is going to cost alot more and won't be as easy anyway, though they are nice for flushing alot of fluid through without it going dry.
If you're ever passing through Watertown, you can stop by my house and I'll help you bleed them, but speed bleeders will alot easier than that, and will give you a lifetime of not needed an assistant.
I have a vacuum pump from HF which actually works pretty dang well, but I have abandoned it for speed bleeders because they are just plain easier. A positive pressure bleeder is going to cost alot more and won't be as easy anyway, though they are nice for flushing alot of fluid through without it going dry.
If you're ever passing through Watertown, you can stop by my house and I'll help you bleed them, but speed bleeders will alot easier than that, and will give you a lifetime of not needed an assistant.
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Chandlerdoom
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Clear vinyl tube (plumbing section lowes) and a empty bottle.
Put some brake fluid into the bottle, put the tube over the bleeder screw and into the bottle in the fluid (prevents air going back) loosen the screw and just keep pumping and adding fluid until no air in the the tubing and all fluid looks new if theres still old fluid in the system. All by your self and super cheap, I think I bought 2ft of 1/4in tube at .14c/ft and the water bottle was 1.79 at the gas station
Put some brake fluid into the bottle, put the tube over the bleeder screw and into the bottle in the fluid (prevents air going back) loosen the screw and just keep pumping and adding fluid until no air in the the tubing and all fluid looks new if theres still old fluid in the system. All by your self and super cheap, I think I bought 2ft of 1/4in tube at .14c/ft and the water bottle was 1.79 at the gas station
zgensler31
Senior Member
If you search for speedy's tundra brake upgrade he has a detailed description of a tool he made fairly simplt to bleed brakes. Just requires that you have an air compressor. Its what i plan on using when i do my tbu next week.
TheeMikeB
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X2 on Speed bleeders. I had that POS from HF too and it was a pain, then I decided to try and make a positive pressure one myself using a 1 gal garden sprayer and a spare Master Cyl cap. Lets just say it didn't work out well. Then I found the speedbleeders and after using those I can't believe I tried anything else.
SCRunner12
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What speed bleeders are you guys using?
eddiebx
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TheDurk
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I followed this thread several years ago:
3rd Gen Cheap Power Brake Flush - YotaTech Forums
I've used it several times on a few different cars. Works great, if you are sure to keep the reservoir full. Most of the stuff I had on hand, so my total cost was only $6 for the flexible connector. And you do need an air compressor.
Also used it to clear a sink drain where the snake just wouldn't go.
3rd Gen Cheap Power Brake Flush - YotaTech Forums
I've used it several times on a few different cars. Works great, if you are sure to keep the reservoir full. Most of the stuff I had on hand, so my total cost was only $6 for the flexible connector. And you do need an air compressor.
Also used it to clear a sink drain where the snake just wouldn't go.
TheeMikeB
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I'm using actual 'speedbleeders'. I got them here: Speed Bleeder Bleeding Brakes Bleeding Motorcycle Brakes Automotive Bleeder Screw Brake Bleeder
But If you google speed bleeders you see many manufacturers including Dorman.
Super easy to use, loosen about 1 turn, put some vinyl tubing on it and the other end in a jar to collect the fluid.
Ha, as I was reading the URL I thought "is that a matching site for people who need help for mechanical work ?"
It's the kid, in our case,my wife is a great help when she's available, and that does not happen, I guess until the 2 year old develops her own interests other then her Mom's undivided attention.
TheeMikeB
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Speed bleeders can be done solo. No assistant needed.
eddiebx
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lols, sorry I couldn't help it. I've used the Russell Performance brand in the past with pretty good success...got mine at summitracing I think. Which ever one you end up going with make sure it comes with a good application of the thread sealant on the threads like so:
I had used one in the past where it was either not coated at all or not coated properly, and I kept ending up with bubbles while trying to one man bleed. Finally realized it was probably leaking in through the threads :frusty:
zgensler31
Senior Member
Thisnis about the same tjing as what speedy used, that I referenced in my first post.
Cool, thanks!
19963.4lsr5
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I have a motive pro pressure bleeder kit. Have the adapter for our Toyota but didn't use it yet.
But used it on the ram truck and Saturn and its great.
Beats my wife *****ing about having to help and getting board and out of sequence and causing us to start over which is more *****ing. And I couldn't bring myself to always be asking my brother to drive 25 miles just to help bleed brakes.
But used it on the ram truck and Saturn and its great.
Beats my wife *****ing about having to help and getting board and out of sequence and causing us to start over which is more *****ing. And I couldn't bring myself to always be asking my brother to drive 25 miles just to help bleed brakes.
RS Dude
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This is why I am not married!:ybrick:
19963.4lsr5
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The speed bleeders are ok IMO of the threads are sealed. But Murphy says they won't be unless you seal them every use.
