Was wondering if anyone has used the MityVac bleeder system. (I'd like to do the one-man operation without brake pedal pumping) If so, what did you think of it?.....

http://www.jcwhitney.com/product.jht...D=5357&BQ=jcw2

or the cast metal version.....
http://www.jcwhitney.com/product.jht...D=5352&BQ=jcw2

 

I've got the Mity Vac. Works excellent, I use it on my car and motorcycle. Makes bleeding or changing brake and clutch fluid a one man operation.

One tip - It does tend to suck in a bit of air around the bleed nipple's threads. Let it gravity bleed for about 30 seconds after your done sucking to make sure no air is present around the bleed nipple. You can see it in the clear tube, just wait till the tiny bubbles stop.

 

http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....essure+bleeder

 

A must-have tool. Also useful for testing manifold vacuum. I've had the plastic version for several years. It is quite durable.

 

Thanks for the feedback guys. I just ordered the metal version only because it comes with the gauge (for vacuum testing) & carrying case for a few extra dollars.

 

I have this, which's the exact same thing, but a few bucks cheaper.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...temnumber=2068
Jae

 

ThurzNite,
I just cancelled my order and reordered at the cheaper price. Thanks for the tip.

 

Those things have gone up in price. I bought a plastic one several years ago. It came with the vacuum gauge and cost me only $25. Can't remember where I got it from, though, either Sears or Autozone probably.

 

Damn...Now you've peaked my interest again. I have to return something to AutoZone at lunchtime...I think I'll snoop around. I just gotta know.

 

i put some anti sieze on the bleeder screw threads and it stops the air from sucking through so you know for sure you have the air out.....you have to unscrew them a little further to do it though so carefull you don't make a mess.

 

Great tip...will use when I do the fluid flush. Thanks.