Hi,
I was garaging the cat for last couple years (occasional
driving 1-2 a year). I took her out couple days ago and
noticed uber spongy brakes. Is there any ‘‘trick’’ to get
access to bleeding nipple ? Exhaust pipes are in the way it
seems…I have the Hanes manual somewhere, not sure if it
would be of any help (pictures?). Any suggestions ?
Thanks!–
memento1984
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In reply to a message from memento1984 sent Fri 24 Apr 2015:
My first recommendation would be to toss the Haynes book,
and get the green book, It’s been my experience on my xjs
that you have to be a contortionist, and double jointed to
get to the bleeders.
or move the exhaust out of the way. then install remote
bleeders I can get you the source if you like, or if you
don’t want the remote bleeders, then if this is a common
occurrence. These are available at classic jag and corvette
specialty parts stores, as well as speed shops.
you also might want to consider a set of ‘‘Speed Bleeders’’ a
special bleeder valve that has a check ball in it so you
can quickly bleed the brake by yourself.–
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In reply to a message from memento1984 sent Fri 24 Apr 2015:
if its not a fault with the callipers you could try keeping
the brake pedal depressed for a couple of days with a
length of wood wedged against the seat and on the pedal,–
gmt480
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In reply to a message from gmt480 sent Sat 25 Apr 2015:
How would depressing of the pedal help ? Does anyone know
what is the size of bleeding nipple ? Would You recommend
using ‘‘S’’ shaped, bleeding wrench ? Also, is removal of
exhaust pipes 100% necessary ?
Thanks!
PS
Haynes manual seems really bad within brakes section…–
memento1984
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In reply to a message from memento1984 sent Sat 25 Apr 2015:
the air will gradually work its way back to the master
cylinder if pressure is kept on it, I never had to remove
the exhaust even before fitting remote bleeders. and I have
a big diam.system on it.
I think personally remote systems are not cost effective
unless you are perpetually bleeding your brakes,
the nipples are either 10mm or 11mm flat ring combination
spanner should fit ok–
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How would depressing of the pedal help ? Does anyone know
what is the size of bleeding nipple ? Would You recommend
using ‘‘S’’ shaped, bleeding wrench ? Also, is removal of
exhaust pipes 100% necessary ?
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gmt480
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In reply to a message from gmt480 sent Sat 25 Apr 2015:
Managed to get there, unfortunately no metric spanner : (
had to do it with 7/16, one bleeder (furthest) worked fine,
the one on driver side, rear, no donut. Brakes already feel
almost perfect. I will finish tomorrow with the front.
Found reason for rear-knocking - driver side, middle exhaust
knocking over rear assembly. Overall the exhaust pipe doesnt
snug well on the hanger I think.
Biggest finding is rear hub assembly that I found to be
cracked! (item nr 5 on the picture below).
Any idea how to refer (exacly) to find that part ?
Thanks!–
memento1984
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In reply to a message from memento1984 sent Sat 25 Apr 2015:
you could try ward engineering in Colchester he does recon
xj back axles, (google it)–
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Any idea how to refer (exacly) to find that part ?
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In reply to a message from MLee sent Sat 25 Apr 2015:
I installed a remote system because #1 I didn’t want brake
fluid all over my IRS,(theirs no way to wipe it all off)
that I rebuilt & painted a few years ago. We all know what
brake fluid does to paint! Next, there easy to bleed to say
the least. Yes their a PITA to install. In the process I
also noticed the small radius arm bush’s needed replaced.
This is also a good time to inspect the IRS.
Larry
91 XJ-S 12cyl 5sp
95 VDP 6cyl–
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get to the bleeders.
or move the exhaust out of the way. then install remote
bleeders I can get you the source if you like, or if you
don’t want the remote bleeders, then if this is a common
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Larry Hartman
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when I’ve had spongy brakes, more often than not it was the master cylinder I discovered that the hard way when I couldn’t get the car slowed down fast enough, and ran into my ex-wife’s house; with the kids in the car. I just tapped the house, but still!!! I thought the kids were going to pee their pants they were laughing so hard. Me? Not so much.
Not that this is any help. But I keep a spare IRS kicking around, and tinker with it when I want to get away from the Wife; or need man cave time. that way when I need to do a brake job, or replace bushes, I’ve got one ready to go. Keep an eye on Craigslist they come up from time to time.
XKS unlimited also has a “bleeder” extender that makes bleeding a whole lot easier. Before I discovered the bleeder extender, I’d bleed them off the car, and cap the brake hose until I install it.
I have a " rear bleeder extender kit" I never used . I think they sell for about $100 new . If anyone is interested for $75+ shipping, get in touch . It won’t be available until next month though. I’m away so…