klr650, teflon tape and a misunderstood set of instructions.

[Eddie]

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]

[Andrus]

Well, after a 2 year absence, my '00 KLR 650 has returned home. I bought it back from the guy I had sold it to as he was wanting to get a Harley Sportster. The faded plastic needed painting back then and for sure needs it no. So, bike is on the lift and coming apart. I had this bike for 9 years before selling it so had it pretty well up to snuff. Now the restoring begins. My Bandit is saying Thank You KLR for returning home to give me a break. LOL!