Having Trouble Adding/Changing Brake Fluid

[bubbaricky]

I recently bought a 2000 Winnie Adventurer (WFG35B). It is a Ford F53 chassis and I wasn't sure where to ask my question. But think my issue might be unique to Winnebago.

I can tell the brake fluid is old and needs changing and I want to do it. My problem is that the master cylinder under the hood is really high and I do not see any way to "pour" fluid in the MC. Moreover, I would need to get the fluid to pretty much "run uphill".

Is there a "secret" to getting fluid into the master cylinder? Or is there some special tool I need?

Any input would be very much appreciated :-)

[wa8yxm]

Had the same issue with a Chevy Lumina APV and found an answer.. Turns out to be way easier than you might suspect.. AutoZone.com | Funnel
Check out part number 10704 on this page.

And 10106B-6 on this page
AutoZone.com | Oil Spout

I linked to Auto Zone on both items.. The last one (Hipkins/Trans fluid and Gear oil Spout) is what I used to add brake fluid to my Lumina.. I just screwed it onto the top of a can of brake fluid and ran it in. If you need to any hardware can sell you a longer plastic tube for added reach.

[inspectorudy]

I bought the Motive brake fluid changer and it eliminates the need to pour up hill. It pressureizes the whole system and truly makes the job one man friendly. I did my entire RV in less than 45 minutes by myself. The system sells for about $60 and comes with the resevoir cap that you designate depending on the cap that you have. Go to there web site and see what they offer.

[bubbaricky]

Thank you both for your helpful responses. I'm not sure which way I'll go, but I am appreciative of the input :-)