-- Original Message -- >Listees, > >For an alternative to the usual method, see speedbleeder.com. I've installed >five on my 84 Westy. One serves the clutch slave cylinder. I did learn that >there >is a difference, on my vehicle, between the front and the rear wheel bleeder >sizes, so make sure that you order the correct size. The dealer's information >on >sizes should be confirmed. > > The device is among the better refinements I've made to my 200,000 mile, >original engine, Vanagon--- for about $40, about the same price for a brake >bleeder system. Bleeding is a one-person snap, and I've been more inclined >to >replace fluids on a periodic basis than I was with the OEM arrangement. > >Usual disclaimers apply. I'm a satisfied user. > >Tom Hanlon >Palm Springs, CA >84 Westfalia > Tom, could you list the sizes that you ordered. Assuming you have ATE brand Calliper in front. Front Calliper size = Rear drum size = Slave cylinder = Thanks, that is well worth the $40 bucks. Bryan
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