kj280z Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 (edited) I have seen a lot of posts which have talked about issues with bleeding the clutch, but I've looked everywhere and have not found a post specific to the clutch bleeder... I realize I need to get a small 1/4" drive 7/16" socket on the bleeder, but I'm wondering - When you open the bleeder does the fluid spray into the socket or does it exit somewhere else? If it exits somewhere else (or even out the back of the bleeder into the socket), it seems that the fluid will drain into the bell housing... I don't see a way to easily attach a hose to the bleeder either... I've searched but no luck... Lot's of people talk about bleeding the system in the traditional ways, but none of the posts that I found touched on this aspect of it... And yes - since I'm down to bleeding the clutch that DOES mean I'm almost ready to start up and drive my LS1 280z! Finally! Edited January 31, 2011 by kj280z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h4nsm0l3m4n Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 (edited) I believe the fluid will drain out of the end of the bleeder nipple, and yes probably drain down into the bell housing... If you can disconnect the transmission from the motor I could highly recommend you installing one of these: http://www.speedwaymotors.com/T56-Release-Bearing-Remote-Bleeder,41385.html It screws into the bleeder screw opening and makes clutch bleeding really easy. Edited January 31, 2011 by h4nsm0l3m4n Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kj280z Posted January 31, 2011 Author Share Posted January 31, 2011 I believe the fluid will drain out of the end of the bleeder nipple. I havent read too much into this but you may be able to just crack it open and let it gravity bleed? If you can disconnect the transmission from the motor I could highly recommend you installing one of these: http://www.speedwaym...eder,41385.html It screws into the bleeder screw opening and makes clutch bleeding really easy. I will not be pulling the tranny to bleed the clutch so that remote bleeder while a nice idea isn't an option. So are you saying the fluid will drain into the socket while it's on the bleeder? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUNNY Z Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 I will not be pulling the tranny to bleed the clutch so that remote bleeder while a nice idea isn't an option. So are you saying the fluid will drain into the socket while it's on the bleeder? The angle at which the bleeder screw is, all fluid released, be it in the socket or elsewhere, will go into the bellhousing. Not an issue, but if it bothers, you, lift the back of the car up for 10 minutes or so and let that little bit of fluid drip out. After that, you're set to go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironman Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Use the 7/16 1/4 Drive to bleed the t56. You don't need a hose, all the fluid just drips on the socket and bell housing. Bleed like a regular brake bleed. (2 Man Job) I didn't have to even fill-up the reservoir. Or if your cool use a vacuum bleeder. The feeling of pushing the clutch and feeling feedback, is a great motivation booster. Good Luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilC Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Great info on that bleeder line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColtGT4g63 Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I installed that exact remote bleeder on my T56 and it works fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zed240au Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 first time bleeding clutch i welded a piece of 1/4" rod to a deep 13mm socket which allowed me to put bleed tube down middle of socket and still twist bleed nipple open worked ok but have since added remote bleeder works so much better mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUNNY Z Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 What length bleeder did you guys go with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 i added a remote bleeder to mine but did not know about the speedway part. used a braided line with a cap at the end. it 'dangles' out of the trans and is zip tied to keep it in place when not used. works great and no fluid in my bellhousing. can't remember the length Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kj280z Posted March 4, 2011 Author Share Posted March 4, 2011 I got the 18 Inch line - seems to be a good length Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUNNY Z Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Another question: How long is your clutch master -> clutch slave cylinder line? I'm trying to buy a pre-made line to save some dough. I'd just go measure........BUT my engine / tranny is all out of the car right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 i used a 12" line, works fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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