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Re: bubbles

To: "Ken Gano" <triumphs@mcleodusa.net>, "Triumphs mailing list" <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: bubbles
From: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Thu, 05 Apr 2001 09:35:29 -0500
I have tried both a Mityvac and a set of Speed Bleeders without success. 
They both allowed too much air into the system around the threads. The 
Mityvac is a great tool for other jobs.

My home built pressure bleeder works beautifully. Drill a hole and thread 
an air coupler into an extra cap for the master cylinder (you can just 
order another cap or steal one from a parts car). Turn your air regulator 
down to 10psi or so. Crack open the bleed screw until clean airless fluid 
comes out. Be careful not to let the master cylinder run dry- stop 
periodically and check it. Also be careful when unhooking the air line- you 
don't want to spray DOT3 all over the place. You may need to use RTV and/or 
teflon tape around the air fitting to make sure it seals.

-Erik

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Erik Quackenbush, V.P. Operations, Midwest Filter Corporation
1-847-680-0566 fax: 1-847-680-0832 http://www.midwestfilter.com

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