Tommy,
The only way I have been successful at clutch bleeding was to use a MityVac
pump and to PULL the brake fluid through the system to clear it of air. Just
remember to watch the resevoir as you can deplete the fluid pretty quick this
way.
Mike MacLean Supercharged and Still Leaking Who Know What Now 60 Sprite
Tommy_Samuels@markivauto.com wrote:
> I know this has been discussed a bunch in the past but how do I get all the
>air
> out?
> I filled the m/c opened the bleeder on the slave and kept adding fluid
> After I started getting fluid out of the bleeder, I closed it
> Had my helper/daughter press and hold pedal while I opened/closed the bleeder
> did this many many many times.
> fluid ran clear, pedal is still spongy and clutch fork moves no more than 1/4
> inch
>
> What am I doing wrong?
>
> I 'm ready to remove the slave and tie it up a couple of feet above the m/c to
> bleed it
> Is this the only way?
>
> Tommy
> 70B daily driver
> 67 Sprite - runs but can't drive - no clutch release
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