In addition to the DIY solutions already offered, remember that you could always simply go to the discount auto-parts store and buy a Vacuum Pump/Brake Bleed kit; about $40: http://www.actron.com/product_detail.php?pid=16292 Besides testing vacuum lines, it can also be used to bleed both brake and clutch hydraulic lines, as I've outlined here: http://www.vanthology.com/1Layout/Technical/Clutch3.html Essentially, top up the fluid reservoir, go back and attach the bleeder to a slave or brake cylinder, and actuate the pump. Old fluid and bubbles will be drawn through the line, thereby bleeding it and replacing with fresh fluid. Jeffrey Earl 1983 diesel Westfalia "Vanasazi" http://www.vanthology.com/ "OK, I'll leave it at that since I've already gone on for far too long about something I don't know a whole lot about ..."
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