lulzcow Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 So tonight I have a huge project on my hands. As far as I know, I am doing it all solo. I am installing WRX brakes up front, as well as stainless steel brake lines, and coilovers. I was curious, how does one go about completely draining the brake system? I know how to drain each line individually, but I fear when I disconnect the lines brake fluid will still come out. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickLippert Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 No matter what, you are going to drip fluid. It isn't a big deal. As long as you don't hit the brakes while lines are disconnected it shouldn't be too bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulzcow Posted January 20, 2012 Author Share Posted January 20, 2012 Catch pan ftw then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overspool Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Don't drain teh whole system otherwise it will be a HUGE PITA to bleed the ABS unit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickLippert Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 That should be fine. The hardlines are pointed up, so as soon as you disconnect the softlines point them up and you will just drip a little fluid. How do you plan to bleed the brakes alone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulzcow Posted January 20, 2012 Author Share Posted January 20, 2012 Brake bleeder kit w/ a magnetically held bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overspool Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 I borrowed a brake bleeder kit once that hooked up to the lid of the MC reservoir, and pressurized the system from there. All I had to do was open each of the bleeder ports. It was badass. /coolstorrybro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osei Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 If you use Super Blue or such, you'll notice immediately when the new fluid comes through. I used a turkey baster to get as much as possible out of reservoir before adding the new one. O. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamal Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 absolutely do not let the whole system drain. put a pan under each wheel, swap the brakes one corner at a time, keep the MC reservoir topped off, then do a thorough flush/bleed after it's all done. You will want someone to help with that part unless you bought speed bleeders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickLippert Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 absolutely do not let the whole system drain. put a pan under each wheel, swap the brakes one corner at a time, keep the MC reservoir topped off, then do a thorough flush/bleed after it's all done. You will want someone to help with that part unless you bought speed bleeders. Ooooh that reminds me. I want to pick up some speed bleeders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJay03 Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Everyone who does brake work needs a motive power bleeder I love mine. Just have to make sure the cap is nice and tight when you pump it. Ive let system run totally dry before or got a new master cylinder and didnt have to bench bleed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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