Bleeding brakes?

[Kkurz]

I'm bleeding the brakes tomorrow and I've done searches to no avail. Anyone able to give me instructions on how to? Thanks, Kevin.

 

[Tod]

call if ya want ----Tod 260-701-9033----

 

[cannondale27]

Many times it will just gravity bleed. Open bleeder and let it flow. Other times it require alot of normal open bleed push lever in and then close bleed before releasing lever. Repeat. When that fails can try Vacuum using a kit. Another method is a syringe and backbleed.

 

[Kkurz]

I was just given the manual by a TY member and found the directions. Just like you advised, thanks!

 

[MrSled]

It’s a real pain in the #*$&@ at times.

 

[PAvector]

When I changed the bottom bearing and bleed the brake, I really had to open the bleeder nut open a full 1~2 turns. If turned just a half of turn, fluid came out but no air. If you have a lot of air, don’t be afraid to crank it open and let it run and feed her at the reservoir. You would be amazed how much junk comes out.

 

[Kkurz]

Definitely a pain. I've refilled the reservoir about 10 times and still no pressure at the lever. I'm following directions in manual to a T.

 

[Kkurz]

PAvector, that did it! I opened the bleeder more and presto! Thanks so much for the great tip!

Again, best site ever!

 

[RTX]

It’s a real pain in the #*$&@ at times.

At times??????? Lol
I purchased a vacuum bleed kit specifically because of the brakes on this sled. Lol

 

[MrSled]

At times??????? Lol
I purchased a vacuum bleed kit specifically because of the brakes on this sled. Lol

Me too!! Pissed me off enough I had to do the same.

 

[cannondale27]

Oh Mity Vac!

 

[Sno-Xr]

Looks like I will be trying the full turn of the bleeder trick, cause Ive definitely done my share of refilling the resi, and not getting any air out of the system.... and still the lever damn near reaches the bar when I squeeze her!!

 

[Pstn head]

I gave in and bought a bleeder tool, two minutes and I was done. Couldn't believe it. Then I ran a 1/4 bottle through to clean it up and for shits and giggles.