Brake Bleed Advice
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Brake Bleed Advice
Hi all,
I've been reading a lot about the brakes since I think my first winter project will be to replace the flex lines and do a full bleed of the system. All these posts of brake failure has me wanting to upgrade. I know that if it aint broke, don't fix it, but I like to upgrade things while working in the area. I'm at 95k and things are needing replacing.
So my question is this: I want to get into a good power bleed tool and have seen a few mentioned in the posts that I will check out. Does anyone have any advice on a good one that will last while fully bleeding the system? I have the scan tool so I can open up the ABS valves, so all set there. I am looking for a good to great bleeder that will last me and ease getting every bit of air out of the lines without too much trouble.
Also, does anybody have any good lines that they would recommend? Flex, Steel, etc... I would appreciate any good or bad advice on any of the lines out there you have used.
Once again, thanks for the opinions on this one.
Brian
I've been reading a lot about the brakes since I think my first winter project will be to replace the flex lines and do a full bleed of the system. All these posts of brake failure has me wanting to upgrade. I know that if it aint broke, don't fix it, but I like to upgrade things while working in the area. I'm at 95k and things are needing replacing.
So my question is this: I want to get into a good power bleed tool and have seen a few mentioned in the posts that I will check out. Does anyone have any advice on a good one that will last while fully bleeding the system? I have the scan tool so I can open up the ABS valves, so all set there. I am looking for a good to great bleeder that will last me and ease getting every bit of air out of the lines without too much trouble.
Also, does anybody have any good lines that they would recommend? Flex, Steel, etc... I would appreciate any good or bad advice on any of the lines out there you have used.
Once again, thanks for the opinions on this one.
Brian
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Motive Brake Bleeder is what I use. It's a well made bleeder. Also, unless you've replaced your hydraulic control unit, or if you suspect air is in your HCU, the ABS system doesn't need to be bled with a diagnostic tool.
That's straight from the Ford website for dealership technicians, not a website like ALLDATA.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...ml#post8534563
Stewart
That's straight from the Ford website for dealership technicians, not a website like ALLDATA.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...ml#post8534563
Stewart
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Motive Brake Bleeder is what I use. It's a well made bleeder. Also, unless you've replaced your hydraulic control unit, or if you suspect air is in your HCU, the ABS system doesn't need to be bled with a diagnostic tool.
That's straight from the Ford website for dealership technicians, not a website like ALLDATA.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...ml#post8534563
Stewart
That's straight from the Ford website for dealership technicians, not a website like ALLDATA.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...ml#post8534563
Stewart
This is great info. I was a bit confused as some of these posts have said it is a must, but the ford dealer site is the one I will follow.
What are your thoughts on upgrading lines? They are in decent shape and have served me 95k to date, but I am curious on peoples thoughts on upgrading.
reps on their way.
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I know when I've read posts on a vehicle forum where people upgrade their lines, they swear by the braided lines that are used.
IIRC, I've read a post here on FTE where someone made their own lines and really liked the results.
It was either brake lines or transmission lines that were replaced. Sorry, I have CRS.
Stewart
IIRC, I've read a post here on FTE where someone made their own lines and really liked the results.
It was either brake lines or transmission lines that were replaced. Sorry, I have CRS.
Stewart
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Which scan tool do you have? I second the Motive bleeder - I bought one for my shop with all of the adapters and it's working great so far on a variety of vehicles. Very easy to use and very quick.
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I know when I've read posts on a vehicle forum where people upgrade their lines, they swear by the braided lines that are used.
IIRC, I've read a post here on FTE where someone made their own lines and really liked the results.
It was either brake lines or transmission lines that were replaced. Sorry, I have CRS.
Stewart
IIRC, I've read a post here on FTE where someone made their own lines and really liked the results.
It was either brake lines or transmission lines that were replaced. Sorry, I have CRS.
Stewart
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I'll check out the Motive, was searching last night and like what I see so far.
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