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HarryM1BYT · 17th October 2020, 12:02

Must admit, having done it a few times, I never struggled with it, but I suspect the reverse bleed is probably easier....

Reverse bleed is pumping fluid in from the slave bleed nipple end, so it comes out at the master. The top needs to be removed and the carpet well covered against the overflow of fluid. You can buy very large syringes to do it this, and adapt them with a bit of rubber pipe.

The method I have always used, the normal method - is a large syringe and a long tube down into the master to keep it topped up, as the system is bled.

I use a length of wood and a hammer, to gently tap the master cap loose and then make a large hole in the middle of the rubber condom, as it no longer serves much purpose.

17th October 2020, 12:02	#27
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