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Posted by: 76-914 Nov 21 2021, 02:27 PM

When I need to pump brake peddle after brake work I use a short piece of 1.5" PVC with a slit cut into it. Keeps my helper from accidentally pushing the peddle to the floor. BTW, cut the slit thinner than the brake pedal or it can slip off.

Posted by: sixnotfour Nov 21 2021, 03:03 PM

Brilliant

Posted by: SO.O.C914er Nov 21 2021, 04:22 PM

Great idea two bonus points coming your way!

Posted by: jim_hoyland Nov 21 2021, 04:31 PM

Nice ! How long should the PVC be ?
I have bleed next week, soon as I get my rebuilt rears back.
And, remind me the reason to not push the pedal to the floor …

Posted by: emerygt350 Nov 21 2021, 04:58 PM

You may rip all the seals out of your master cylinder.

Posted by: Morph914 Nov 21 2021, 05:23 PM

I use the power bleeder dry, works like a charm and no need to pump the brake pedal.

Posted by: Justinp71 Nov 22 2021, 10:33 AM

Power bleeder or now you can get the vacuum bleeders that use compressed air and suck out brake fluid. They work really well just have to make sure with the compressed air you're not throwing debris around your garage and getting into any fresh fluids. Not really an issue just don't have the air blowing above your master cylinder.

Posted by: ssuperflyoldguy Nov 22 2021, 06:48 PM

Speed bleeders let you bleed the brake lines on just about any vehicle all by yourself. Just replace the old bleeder screws with speed bleeders. They have an internal check valve that will pump excess air and fluid out for you. A special coating on the speed bleeders' threads keep them from admitting air into the system, and keep expelled air and fluid out. When you're done, just tighten the screws and go on to the next brake cylinder.

special coating is not so good, maybe add some rtv - LOVE these

Posted by: 76-914 Nov 23 2021, 12:11 AM

Jim, measure the distance from the pedal board to where your brake pedal currently stops then cut a piece that length.

Posted by: Mikey914 Nov 23 2021, 10:58 AM

Brilliant. This is how most new master cylinders are damaged.

Posted by: bretth Nov 23 2021, 11:06 AM

I did not know about this issue. Thanks for the heads up.

Posted by: Justinp71 Nov 23 2021, 11:18 AM

Hmm... interesting. I think I damaged one myself about 10 years ago and never knew why until now.

Posted by: jim_hoyland Nov 23 2021, 03:41 PM

I read your post after the rear calipers were removed. My slotted piece of PVC is 2 1/2 “ high
After removing the rear calipers, I positioned a board between the seat and the pedal.