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Old Jul 21, 2013 | 11:33 AM
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Bought a set of speed bleeders for my 03 FLHTI, pretty straight forward change over. Bleed the brakes as directed, but they still fill a bit spongey. Any body had this problem, maybe a fix? New to doing my own maintenance so bear with me.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2013 | 11:52 AM
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If they feel spongy you prob have air in the line. Try again. Vacuum pump or the old fashioned method of inserting a tube into a reservoir of fluid and pumping seems to work for me. Careful not to get fluid on your paint.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2013 | 12:41 PM
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Might need to flush out the old & put in some new recommend every 2 yrs.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2013 | 12:55 PM
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Just keep running new brake fluid through the lines. The air will eventually work its way out. Doesn't hurt to tap on the lines a little from time to time. Keep all your painted surfaces covered. Don't let the reservoirs run out of fluid during your process. Take your time.
 
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