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Old 08-10-2009, 03:25 PM   #1
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I have pressure bled brake systems before, but never tried a gravity bleed. Approximately how long for each caliper, before I have to run back to master cylinder. Will the furthest wheel clear up without a master cylinder refill. Just trying to figure if this is a real slow process, do I walk away for awhile or stay and monitor it.

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Yes it clear wih out a refill of the master cylinder. But it's is real easy with Speed Bleeders.

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Old 08-10-2009, 05:05 PM   #3
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I just change my brake fluid with Speed Bleeder's they work great. One man job less then 45 Min's. that includes install of bleeders on four wheels.
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Just did mine today, we refilled the reservoir after the rear wheels were done, then after the fronts were done.

We did the two man operation, me pumping/holding the pedal, mechanic opening/closing the bleeder plug.

Got three quarts out, three quarts in.

Speed bleeders next time.
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Sounds like speed bleeders are the way go. With all the brake problems I figure I better change the fluid.
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Here's where to find the Speed Bleeders if you are interested...great products, fast delivery.

http://www.oemys-performance.com/
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Yes it clear wih out a refill of the master cylinder. But it's is real easy with Speed Bleeders.
Is there a Speed Bleeder kit available for the W24?
Will the Speed Bleeder systen that was modified to fit the W20 & W22 chassis also fit the W24 as the W24 brake system is somewhat different?
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Is there a Speed Bleeder kit available for the W24?
Will the Speed Bleeder systen that was modified to fit the W20 & W22 chassis also fit the W24 as the W24 brake system is somewhat different?

No.... different system. I need access to a w24 to get the specs. Same goes for the W18.

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