Bleeding the brakes

[jeffs]

Finally got the new brake line the truck today. How much of a hassle is it to bleed them. The new line is 60 inches long, first time doing this. Are there any Recommendations?

 

[HareRazor]

Have somebody pump the brakes a few times and hold them down while you open the bleeder. When fluid and air stops coming out close the bleeder and repeat until you get nothing but fluid. Start from the farthest away wheel from the master and work your way towards the front wheel. The hardest part is opening the bleeders without breaking them off.

 

[jeffs]

I have to do all four wheels or just the fronts? I'll be sure to soak the bleeders overnight before attempting to loosen them.

 

[HareRazor]

I would do all 4 if nothing else to get the brown fluid out, but it seems once the system is open the air goes all over.

 

[jeffs]

Thanks for the reply. It will me my mission tomorrow night. I'll let you know how I make out.