klr650, brake bleeding!

[dooden]

Get thread info, pitch ect and go to a Carquest or close I have seen them in my local place. Speed Bleeders that is. Also noticed Advanced Auto Parts had a screen up with M/C info.. maybe filters and common stuff. Dooden A15 Green Ape

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, stuart sullivan wrote: > > > Update on these they are actually called Speed bleeders and have a check valve in the bleeder so makes it a one person job,"NO fuss no mess",87 to 07 part # p32-6079 i think or speedbleeder.com check it out. > > Stu. > > > To: dsn_klr650@yahoogroups.com > > From: mac-doo@... > > Date: Fri, 4 Mar 2011 22:38:34 -0800 > > Subject: RE: [DSN_KLR650] KLR650, Brake Bleeding! > > > > > > Why don't you just install brake bleeder valves which you can buy off ebay for any bike out there,I've got them on all my bikes and I've had no problem with same,i forget the technical aspect of how they work just google and all will be revealed, > > > > Stu. > > > > To: billahrens@...; DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com > > From: transalp1@... > > Date: Fri, 4 Mar 2011 21:58:03 -0500 > > Subject: [DSN_KLR650] KLR650, teflon tape and a misunderstood set of instructions. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > When the bleeder is closed, the "pointy end" does indeed make a seal unless damaged or corroded. > > > > That is NOT what that the Teflon tape is for. > > > > Reread my post and Mark's. > > > > The tape goes around the *threaded* part of the bleeder - taking care to not wrap it around the hole(s) near the inner end. > > > > It seals the fitting when it is loosened while one is bleeding fluid out and helps keep air from getting drawn into the brake system from around the threads. > > > > Bleeder tightened, it serves only one other purpose I can think of. It might make a good antiseize. But, it's just there for when bleeding is done. > > > > Note: This is most often helpful on bleeders with a 8mm head. Those I've seen that required a 10mm wrench had a rubber o-ring doing sealing duties for bleeding. > > > > eddie > > > > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > > > From: Bill Ahrens > > > > To: transalp1@...;KLR650 list > > > > Sent: 3/4/2011 11:53:23 AM > > > > Subject: RE: [DSN_KLR650] front brake bleeding problem > > > > > > > > Putting Teflon tape on brake bleeder fittings does not accomplish anything; the sealing is done between the pointy end of the brake bleeder and a tapered seat in the brake housing. If the seat or bleeder is damaged, tape will not help. The threads are not tapered like pipe thread. > > > > > > > > Bill Ahrens > > > > Race Chairman Emeritus > > > > Tucson Sailing Club > > > > : 03/04/11 > > > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------ > > > > List Sponsors - Dual Sport News: http://www.dualsportnews.com > > Arrowhead Motorsports: http://www.arrowheadmotorsports.com > > List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok: http://www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html > > Member Map: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DSN_KLR650/app/peoplemap/view/map > > Group Apps: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DSN_KLR650/grouplets/subscriptionsYahoo! Groups Links > > > > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] >

[Andrus]

I is great fun for my hands and eyes to roam over my old bike. All plastic is on the bench now for sanding and painting. Gas tank has a bit of rust underneath but clean inside. So, a bit of sanding and prime and paint. The upper surface is still in great shape so not gonna mess with it. Tires and turn signals being replaced. Next phase is to pressure wash it, dry it and start on the mechanical stuff. See both fork seals weeping so I'll just start on the front first. Forks apart, cleaned and all bearing in the wheels and steering stem checked. But, today is overcast, north wind and 45 degrees out there and this old dude don't have to work in the shop till it's back to comfortable. I'm just not understanding the problem with the brake fluid bleed / change out. I guess because I've done so many times, alone, and pumping. But I do have a vac pump also. Depends on my mood if in I use it or not.