Originally Posted By: TFB1
Remove bleed valve, wrap threads with a couple layers of Teflon tape, reinstall... The tape will lessen vac leak around threads, bleeding goes 10x quicker...
As others have mentioned I'll usually gravity bleed but doesn't work on all cars with ABS...
It is very simple with Mityvac 7201, I just connect a hose to bleeder valve first, pump the Mityvac 4-5 times then loosen the bleeder valve by 1 turn. After bleeding is done close bleeder valve first then remove the hose.
Note: keep reservoir full while Mityvac 7201 extracts brake fluid, 2 full reservoirs for rear and 1 for front.
Originally Posted By: HTSS_TR
My mechanic has this tool, it didn't work on the rear of some cars.
Originally Posted By: TFB1
So what's the difference??? Vacuum is vacuum.. Possibly quality of adapters??...
Vacuum of this kit is not adequate to extract brake fluid from rear wheels, it is okay for front wheels of LS400 and E430.
In my case, Mityvac 7201 is the best solution for more than 1 use. I bought it for changing oil in E430, since the cartridge oil filter is on top of the engine I can get the job done without getting under the car. I then use it for ATF and finally for brake bleed.
One tool to do 3 jobs is better than 1 tool for each job.