[DML] Clutch bleeding tool

["content22207" <brobertson@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I simply inserted a 1/4" check valve between two pieces of tubing.
Place one end over the bleeder screw, the other in a bottle, and pump
away (watch the reservior -- will be dry in 5-7 pedal pumps). Note
that the cylinder is bench bled first so I don't start pumping against
dry walls.

Even though my exhaust crossover pipe is gone, the bleeder screw is
still accessed more easily from above (heater core hoses are in the
way). Cylinder itself is installed more easily from below. Use a deep
well socket (6 point) on a 12" extension.

Bill Robertson
#5939

>--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Dave Swingle" <swingle@xxxx> wrote:
> I find that, at least the first time you do this, it's helpful to 
> remove the engine cover lid. Then you can really look down in there 
> and find the bleeder. 
> 
> Crack the bleeder loose, then put a hose on it into a bottle. Open 
> the bleeder with a srench and have the assistant push the clutch 
> pedal as you open the bleeder. I generally have not found it 
> necessary to to the open/close/open/close drill, I just pump it a few 
> dozen times until the fluid is clear without bubbles. Tighten the 
> bleeder when the pedal is at the bottom of the stroke.
> 
> I did make up a tool to make this a bit easier. I brazed a 7 mm deep 
> socket onto a piece of 1/4 plumbing pipe that's about a foot long. I 
> put a small piece of hose in the socket to act as a seal, and brazed 
> a tube fitting on the other end of the pipe. Now I can put this on 
> the bleeder, with the hose off the other end of the pipe, and turn 
> the pipe with a wrench. Avoids a lot of agony. After bleeding it I 
> cap my finger over the end of the pipe and pull it away quickly, this 
> spills very little left over fluid. 
> 
> Dave S
> 
> --- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "joeyoseppijoe" <joeyoseppijoe@xxxx> 
> wrote:
> > I will be replacing the clutch master cylinder on one of my cars, 
> > main question is that after the new one is installed, what would be 
> > the proper way to bleed it out to have it work properly again. If 
> > anyone has a little write up on this procedure I would be most 
> > greatful. I will be doing this with a partner, so I will be able to 
> > have someone help me bleed it out, just what is the best way to 
> > reach back there to bleed it I guess I am trying to ask. Any hints, 
> > tips, etc. would be great.




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