How do you guys bleed/flush your brakes?
Feb 18, 2013 | 06:21 PM
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Bruno350z
Lol this is how I've done it past 3 brake pad/rotor changes on 2 cars and 1 bike. It seems to work fine
Lmfao
Do you mean bleeder screws and not the master cylinder cap?
Feb 18, 2013 | 06:44 PM
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Bruno350z
Lol this is how I've done it past 3 brake pad/rotor changes on 2 cars and 1 bike. It seems to work fine
Lmfao
then you've done it wrong.
Feb 19, 2013 | 09:21 AM
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mhoward1
Do you mean bleeder screws and not the master cylinder cap?
No the cap lol
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350zchad
then you've done it wrong.
Have you ever attempted my way or are you just saying it's wrong just because?
Feb 19, 2013 | 09:43 AM
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Bruno350z
No the cap lol
Your way does not remove any of the fluids from the lines unless there is something we are missing.
Feb 19, 2013 | 09:53 AM
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mhoward1
Your way does not remove any of the fluids from the lines unless there is something we are missing.
Or air either as best I can tell....
Feb 19, 2013 | 10:46 AM
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What is the correct motive cap to use? I already have a the tool with universal cap. Sounds alot easier.
Feb 19, 2013 | 11:00 AM
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Blurvision
What is the correct motive cap to use? I already have a the tool with universal cap. Sounds alot easier.
I'm not sure. Their web site does not make it clear.
Feb 19, 2013 | 12:08 PM
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I have not found the correct Nissan adapter Cap yet...I can look and see if I can identify the ones NOT to purchase...so I still se the Universal cap on the Brake and Clutch Master Cyls.
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Feb 19, 2013 | 12:34 PM
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Ok, well the kit linked on the first page states "Master Cylinder Adapter Type: Ford 3-prong twist in"
Does this look correct?
http://www.behrents.com/mm5/merchant...egory_Code=MTO
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Feb 19, 2013 | 03:45 PM
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I agree with MHoward1, doing it the bruno350z way does not clear the lines to each calliper, next he'll be telling us that he does do the callipers & starts with the one closest to the master cylinder. lol.
Feb 19, 2013 | 05:07 PM
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Bruno350z
No the cap lol
I don't do things wrong, so no I've never bled my brakes the wrong way.
Feb 19, 2013 | 05:12 PM
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Blurvision
What is the correct motive cap to use? I already have a the tool with universal cap. Sounds alot easier.
0107
good price here
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mvp-0107
Feb 19, 2013 | 06:45 PM
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Blurvision
I have this cap adapter. Although I bought the aluminum one not plastic. It has worked fine several times. No pressure loss or issues at all.
If you're going to bleed your brakes even semi frequently I would just spend the little money to get a motive. They are worth it.
Feb 20, 2013 | 11:08 AM
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The one with the aluminum cap costs $75!
Feb 20, 2013 | 11:12 AM
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The aluminum cap also works on the clutch , but doesn't latch. Someone has to hold it on the entire time , works great
Feb 20, 2013 | 02:10 PM
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The one with the aluminum cap costs $75!
gotta pay to play
Feb 26, 2013 | 08:47 AM
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Is the alum cap sold separately from the tool? I cant seem to find it?
Feb 26, 2013 | 08:58 AM
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Blurvision
Is the alum cap sold separately from the tool? I cant seem to find it?
just get this and you will be done
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mvp-0107
Feb 26, 2013 | 09:05 AM
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I already have the larger motive kit, just need the right cap. The generic one I have now works, but its a pain.
Feb 26, 2013 | 10:12 AM
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The Nissan-specific (Ford) cap really is a but tricky to get in place, but it's easier after the first few times, and it's the way to go. Also, (I've already mentioned this), 5psi is plenty for a good bleed, no need to pump the pressure up much beyond that.
