On Mon, 2 Jun 1997, Jim Maginel wrote: >snip>
> Now what do I do? Is there a procedure for replacing a broken bleeder > screw? Is is safe to drive as is? > Unfortunately, the low pedal pressure remains... > TIA for any sage advice, maybe not sage, but its what I did when the same happened to me... remove caliper and mount in vice. Use an "easy-out" or drill the whole bugger out. Flush/clean. Install new nipple. Its a bear but its the only sure way.
alistair
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