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Old Apr 11, 2010 | 07:45 PM
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Most likely a dumb question BUT...

What size bleeder would I get for a '04 RKC ? Front & rear.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2010 | 08:00 PM
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after a little research on speed bleeders web site it would seem that the size you would require is 3/8 x 24...They have a special one for our beloved H-D's...
paul
 
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Old Apr 11, 2010 | 08:17 PM
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I use one of the cheap self bleeder pumps. I've had it for years. Works good, hold more and was probably cheaper than a syringe.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2010 | 08:33 PM
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Default Speed Bleeders . . .the only way to go.

I'm a retired mechanic. Wish they had Speed Bleeders 20 years ago.

These things should be stock on all Harleys. Then nobody could complain about bleeding brakes.

Changing the fluid is this easy.

1. Install the bleeder.
2. Attach the hose and bag (be sure to buy this when you buy the bleeders)
3. Open the master cylinder and start pumping and filling until all the dark fluid is in the bag.

You guys can keep your vacs and pumps and syringes and ...? I'll keep the bleeders.

Take my word for it. Try them and you'll be sold like I am.

Steve
 
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Old Apr 11, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by TexasBowhunter
after a little research on speed bleeders web site it would seem that the size you would require is 3/8 x 24...They have a special one for our beloved H-D's...paul
And I thought you were just kidding...

SB3824HD Speed Bleeder
3/8 x 24 x 1.33 Speed Bleeder Packaged with dust cap. This size was specifically manufactured for Harley Davidsons. It is a little longer to allow the use of the stock dust cap with the tethered leash. $7.00

http://www.speedbleeder.com/size.htm
 
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