Brake bleeders

[ChrisH20]

I am looking at getting a Phoinex brake bleed system and was wondering what the guys that have them think about them.

 

[G1GRANDEUR]

Buy air power or have someone pump the brake.

http://www.mityvac.com/

 

[MustangRick]

I have a mityvac and I am not impressed with it for bleeding brakes. If I were to buy something right now, it would be the Motive setup. It forces the new fluid in from the mc instead of sucking the old fluid out from the bleeder screws.

 

[G1GRANDEUR]

Those are sure nice, but I don't think OP is looking for expensive unit.

 

[ChrisH20]

I do all work myself no help around mostly on bikes,I like the theory of pushing the fluid to the master cylinder from the caliper.

 

[Zelatore]

I've used a mityvac plenty of times for brakes, but I wouldn't recommend it. It's more of a last-ditch effort when I can't get somebody to lend a hand.

I do like the systems that force fluid from the master through the calipers best; they seem to be the one sure way of getting it right when working solo.

Another thing you might consider is a set of speed bleeders. Basically bleed ******* with check valves built in. I assume the company is still around. I used to use them on the race car as I would bleed each caliper between sessions on the track (Alfa GTV6's are notorious for boiling the rears). Made things a little easier, but of course that's a one-car solution and doesn't help much if you're looking for something to handle several vehicles.

 

[Ocho]

Motive Products Power Bleeder.

 

[Jagmandave]

Yep, I have one of those and it works a treat. You attach it to the master cylinder, pump it up and go open the bleeder furthest from the MC, it not only bleeds the air from the system, but you can change the fluid easily too.
Do the rest of the bleeders one at a time and you're done.

Takes no time and it's very easy to use.....

 

[kab00m]

I'm using the Vacula brake bleeder myself. Hasn't let me down yet.

 

[cotjocky]

Pressure bleeders rock! I've never had much luck or been a fan of the vacuum type. Look around on Google. You can find a way to make a pressure bleeder pretty cheaply.

 

[tonycastec]

Try "Speed Bleeders". -cheap,simple ,easy to bleed on your own.I bought direct from Speed Bleeders but there are others on EBay
http://www.speedbleeder.com/
And they are MADE IN THE USA!

 

[The Man]

Try "Speed Bleeders". -cheap,simple ,easy to bleed on your own.I bought direct from Speed Bleeders but there are others on EBay
http://www.speedbleeder.com/
And they are MADE IN THE USA!

Do they work as good as they sound?

 

[ndoran]

I have the snap on BB700 vacuum bleeder that uses shop air, works great.

 

[tonycastec]

Yes Speed Bleeders work very well.Just follow the excellent American-English Instructions with each kit.You can even call them by phone -such an innovation!

 

[racer1735]

I use this handy tool from Motion Pro:

http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/tools/category/hydraulic_brake_bleeder/

Have the MityVac, have the Motive Products bleeder, have tried the two-man pump, open, close, release method and NOTHING has given the hard lever/pedal as easy as this little check valve. Similar to a speed bleeder except I don't have to replace all my bleed valves (and an one of my motorcycles, I have seven of them!).

I like this took enough that it was my christmas gift to several of my buddies this past Christmas.

 

[Greatbear]

I second the Speed Bleeders. A similar product is available at NAPA under their brand. Take out the old bleeders, install these, then all you need to bleed a corner is a piece of hose and something to catch the fluid in. Open the screw, attach the hose and catch can, get in and start pumping the brake pedal. The sealant on the threads prevents air from migrating back in, and you leave the screws in for next time. Just cap the open tip.

 

[m0ondoggy]

I'm not sure how old your car is, but if you have a cast master cylinder, this works like a champ and is all I use now. I've been using one of these for about 10 years now.

If it's a newer car, you could do something similar by buying a spare brake cap and sealing a line into the top of it. A ball valve helps on this setup too. I use that on my F-250.