[RESOLVED] Clutch Slave cylinder bleeder valve [ & Speedbleeder]

[leakyfaucet]

Hello, I replaced my clutch master and slave cylinder with some advice from people on this forum. Now my problem is bleeding the clutch. I have done this on other cars, where the screw is easy to get to. I understand the process completely, that's not my problem.

My problem is that I can't turn the screw! No matter what angle I go at it, with the skinniest snap on box-end wrench I have, I can't get any room to turn the valve. I can use a ratchet and turn the valve, but then I couldn't get a hose on the end of it.

Any tricks/advice for getting a wrench in some spot where you can actually turn the valve?

 

[weith1111]

I can get the open end of a wrench on there. Or if you want to get tricky, use a socket and run the hose through the hole. Clamp some vice grips on the socket to turn!

 

[leakyfaucet]

Thanks for the quick reply!

That socket idea isn't a bad one. But I don't have any vice grips =\
I'm seriously thinking about just getting a speed bleeder and then just closing it with a ratchet when I'm done.

I noticed Pep Boys has speed bleeders, or some off brand kind. Maybe those will fit the caliper bleeder.

 

[weith1111]

Speed bleeders are good. But a pair of vice grips is a tool no toolbox should be without. You won't regret having one!

 

[robs90tsi]

You could just use channel lock pliers, anything really to grip and turn that socket, I used channel locks as I didnt have vicegrips handy.

 

[leakyfaucet]

I'll definetly be buying some vice grips soon. Any particular good brands? I usually buy craftsman because of the warranty.

 

[GreenScrew]

I'm having same problem bleeding the slave. What I don't understand is how, when there isn't room for a regular wrench, someone can fathom that there is room for a vice grips?

 

[RotaryRyan]

I'm having same problem bleeding the slave. What I don't understand is how, when there isn't room for a regular wrench, someone can fathom that there is room for a vice grips?

I was thinking the same thing.

I've never had a problem getting to the bleeder on any year DSM. I don't know how you wouldn't, but are you sure you installed it correctly?

The speed-bleeder idea is good, but the thread pitch is hard to find one. I spent all day calling around one day trying to find one. The pep-boys down here didn't carry the right size.

Good luck!

 

[weith1111]

It's not as simple as "fitting" like this is too big or too small. It's how it fits. It's an akward space, and the above mentioned ideas work. A wrench fits, but it's too long so you can't turn it enough to open/close the valve without banging into something.

Why don't you go out to your car and try it? I GARE-ON-TEE the vice grips on the socket work.

 

[Newlogics]

To bleed the slave cyl. on an AWD 1g, you should use deep 10mm socket and 1/4" ratchet or T-handle drive. There will be no way to hook up a drip line, but with socket on there, it won't spray in your eyes. You'll just have to wipe the mess on the floor afterwards.

 

[Slo TSI]

anyone know what size is the bleeder screw?

 

[alice]

On my 2g I used a 10mm flare wrench on the bleeder valve and hooked a piece of vacuum tubing to the end of the bleeder and it worked fine. It took me a few times to get the wrench on there so I could turn it enough to bleed it but I got it. Maybe post a pic of your set-up down there so we could get a better idea of what is going on?

 

[projekt1]

To bleed the slave cyl. on an AWD 1g, you should use deep 10mm socket and 1/4" ratchet or T-handle drive. There will be no way to hook up a drip line, but with socket on there, it won't spray in your eyes. You'll just have to wipe the mess on the floor afterwards.

thats what i did. not too big of a mess if you can quickly put on the drip line.^^^

 

[Defiant]

Crack it open with the socket, put on the bleeder line, and work it with an open-end. Tighten (not too much) with the socket.

 

[Slo TSI]

Just thought I let you guys know the speedbleeder part number is sb1010. It is 10mm x 1.0 for the Gvr4.

 

[Twinky-Ninja]

Slo, are you referring to the brake caliper speedbleeder? Or is the clutch slave cylinder speedbleeder part number same as the brake ones? Just curious because that part number is also the gvr4 brake bleeder p/n. This would make clutch bleeding very quick and easy

 

[DSM Jeff]

I've done a few of these. Damn 1g's, heh. I do what others have said and use a 10mm deep socket on a 1/4 drive, rubber glove, drain bucket and brake cleaner. Put the drain bucket under to collect the mess. Put on rubber glove to help prevent brake fluid from getting on your hand and then open and close the bleeder as needed with the socket. Then clean everything up with brake cleaner.
I'm sure a speed bleeder would be fine. They are probably a M10x1.0 But I figure I'd make a little mess then making an extra trip out to the store.

 

[snowborder714]

Slo, are you referring to the brake caliper speedbleeder? Or is the clutch slave cylinder speedbleeder part number same as the brake ones? Just curious because that part number is also the gvr4 brake bleeder p/n. This would make clutch bleeding very quick and easy

I have SpeedBleeders on my car (brakes and slave cylinder) and the part numbers are:

1g 2 piston front calipers - SB1010
2g rear calipers - SB7100
Slave - SB1010

 

[Twinky-Ninja]

Awesome.. Thanks Brian... The order is already in

dave

 

[Slo TSI]

Slo, are you referring to the brake caliper speedbleeder? Or is the clutch slave cylinder speedbleeder part number same as the brake ones? Just curious because that part number is also the gvr4 brake bleeder p/n. This would make clutch bleeding very quick and easy

Sorry for the late responce but sb1010 is the pn for the rear galant vr4 and 1g calipers. It is the same for the slave cylinder. For the front caliper it is the same if you don't have big brakes. If you have big brakes on your 1g then you need to order the front bleeders from a 2g. Don't know the pn but size is 7mm x 1.0

 

[PrimerPLus]

Sorry for thread revive but thought the answer would be beneficial to all.
Is this the speedbleeder I need for my front and rear break callipers on my 2g gsx?
SB7100
http://m.summitracing.com/parts/gdr-sb7100