NetDoe wrote:
> I have the Hanes manual, and the procedure seems
> straight-forward enough (I'm mechanically inclined).
> However, what are some "gotchas"? Also any recomms
> for an effective brake-bleeding kit that won't bleed my
> wallet?
>
> -Zilla
>
>
no gotchas - it's very straightforward. a couple of tips though:
1. fit the cylinder dry, then bleed at the brake pipe junctions on the
cylinder before bleeding the rest of the system at the calipers.
2. keep plenty of water handy in case of spillage. never wipe brake
fluid off paintwork, the paint will come off with it. simply wash with
water, then don't touch, even if you're tempted to. and don't spill
water into an open brake reservoir!
as for bleeding kits, don't waste any money on one - use the neighbor
kid to help you, if you don't have one of your own. you're bleeding a
new cylinder, so make sure you bleed properly - get the pedal pressed
all the way to the floor to expel all the air.
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