"jim beam" <spamvortex@bad.example.net> wrote in message
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> NetDoe wrote:
> > I have the Hanes manual, and the procedure seems
> > straight-forward enough (I'm mechanically inclined).
> > However, what are some "gotchas"? Also any recomms
> > for an effective brake-bleeding kit that won't bleed my
> > wallet?
> >
> > -Zilla
> >
> >
>
> no gotchas - it's very straightforward. a couple of tips though:
>
> 1. fit the cylinder dry, then bleed at the brake pipe junctions on the
> cylinder before bleeding the rest of the system at the calipers.
>
> 2. keep plenty of water handy in case of spillage. never wipe brake
> fluid off paintwork, the paint will come off with it. simply wash with
> water, then don't touch, even if you're tempted to. and don't spill
> water into an open brake reservoir!
>
> as for bleeding kits, don't waste any money on one - use the neighbor
> kid to help you, if you don't have one of your own. you're bleeding a
> new cylinder, so make sure you bleed properly - get the pedal pressed
> all the way to the floor to expel all the air.

Ok thanks. I plan to drape plastic over the left-front fender, just to
protect
against spillage. Also the manual mentions bleeding the ABS modulator.
Is that necessary?