William Eastman wrote:
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> 8) Finally, concerning using a Mighty Vac to bleed a hydraulic system,
> remember that suction relies on good seals. If the brake bleeder is rusty
> or loosened too far, air can get in instead of brake fluid. Try removing
> the bleeder and coating the threads with anti-sieze to seal them. Also try
> cleaning the head of the bleeder to promote a seal with the attachement
> tube.
I have this problem with my car. The bleeders aren't rusty but air leaks
past them even when slightly cracked. I'll try the anti-seize compound,
sounds like a good solution to the problem.
Ron
58 MGA
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