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MTemp MTemp is offline
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I assume you have a dual master cylinder. This is the process I used to find out where the problem was with my 66 swb (single master cylinder), and I'm sure it will help id where the problem is. First get a few bleed nipples the same size as the rear calliper ones (so they will fit in the M/C ports where the brake lines go). Put them in all the outlets from the m/c and bleed the m/c. It should bleed very quickly!.... and the pedal should be rock hard. This confirms your M/C is ok. Fit a bit of plastic sheet under the reservoir cap to avoid too much fluid draining out, then connect one of the lines to the front wheels. Remove the sheet from the reservoir and bleed the front calliper. If rock hard, then that's not the problem, repeat for other front, repeat at three way after the bulkhead, repeat at one rear wheel and then the other. Somewhere in all this you should find out where your problem lies!

I found my problem was that there are two bleed nipples on the rear callipers, and I couldn't see the outer one as I bled the brakes with the wheels on before I fitted the engine. Numpty of the year award according to my 'bleeding' assistant (wife)

Mick

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