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Brake bleed (anti dive)

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feelergaugephil

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83 Katana 1100 SD

Powdercoated calipers, new pistons, seals and pads, braided lines.
Same with the rear.

I am using the pump vacuum machine.

Ok, the rear brakes took about 5 mins to do and works PERFECT.

Now, the fronts is a different story, What is the procedure? When I hook up the vacuum line to the bleed nipple on the calipers I'm getting pure fluid (pump brake lever 3 times and hold) eventually the lever goes spongy.
Now, ALL I'm getting out of the anti dives is very little brake fluid and approx 85% air!
I've gone through nearly 2 quarts of brake fluid AND still have spongy front brakes.....
I've done many, many brake bleeds and this Katana is testing my patience!
What am I doing wrong?
 
Cheers mate, how much air should come out of the anti dives?????????????????????
 
Sounds like you are drawing false air around the bleed nipples, common problem when using a suction device. You might want to try wrapping the bleeder nipple threads with a couple of wraps of teflon tape to see if that helps you get a good seal.
 
Nessism said:
Sounds like you are drawing false air around the bleed nipples, common problem when using a suction device. You might want to try wrapping the bleeder nipple threads with a couple of wraps of teflon tape to see if that helps you get a good seal.
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Yes, this. X2. Agreed. Mega-dittos. :D
 
lose the anti dive, its crap!. lose one disc and caliper, you dont need 2. upgrade the one you got left and you will be fine
 
thanks guys, it's not mine! I have just about finished restoring it and will post the pix when I am finally finished it.
 
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