How do you guys bleed/flush your brakes?
02-18-2013, 06:21 PM
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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
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Do you mean bleeder screws and not the master cylinder cap?
02-18-2013, 06:44 PM
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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
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then you've done it wrong.
02-19-2013, 09:21 AM
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Do you mean bleeder screws and not the master cylinder cap?
No the cap lol
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then you've done it wrong.
Have you ever attempted my way or are you just saying it's wrong just because?
02-19-2013, 09:43 AM
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No the cap lol
Have you ever attempted my way or are you just saying it's wrong just because?
Your way does not remove any of the fluids from the lines unless there is something we are missing.
02-19-2013, 09:53 AM
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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....
02-19-2013, 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.
02-19-2013, 11:00 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.
I'm not sure. Their web site does not make it clear.
02-19-2013, 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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02-19-2013, 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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02-19-2013, 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.
02-19-2013, 05:07 PM
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No the cap lol
Have you ever attempted my way or are you just saying it's wrong just because?
I don't do things wrong, so no I've never bled my brakes the wrong way.
02-19-2013, 05:12 PM
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What is the correct motive cap to use? I already have a the tool with universal cap. Sounds alot easier.
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good price here
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mvp-0107
02-19-2013, 06:45 PM
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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.
02-20-2013, 11:08 AM
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The one with the aluminum cap costs $75!
02-20-2013, 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
02-20-2013, 02:10 PM
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The one with the aluminum cap costs $75!
gotta pay to play
02-26-2013, 08:47 AM
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Is the alum cap sold separately from the tool? I cant seem to find it?
02-26-2013, 08:58 AM
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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
02-26-2013, 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.
02-26-2013, 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.