How to Make a One Person Brake Bleeder for Under $5

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  • How to bleed brakes using the one person method. Learn how to make your own one person brake bleeder using a plastic bottle and a clear hose for under $5. With this one person brake bleeder you can bleed or flush your brakes completely by yourself and you wont get any air in the system.
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  • @clintblackx
    @clintblackx 5 лет назад +15

    I made one of these and used it last night on my brakes. I realized that the brake fluid on my 09 Traverse has NEVER been changed. It looks just like the fluid in your brake flush video. Thanks for the tip, Chris! Very useful tool!

  • @SomnoNaut
    @SomnoNaut 5 лет назад +639

    Chris, I wish to thank you for:
    1) Not treating viewers like idiots
    2) Not having massive commentary as other channels do
    3) Having minimal product placement
    4) Having very goo camera angles and technique
    5) Just being all around "matter of factly" not professorial or all knowing

    • @FarWesternGarrison
      @FarWesternGarrison 5 лет назад +7

      Loved not seeing a drill placement in this vid.

    • @rkgsd
      @rkgsd 4 года назад +6

      "very goo"? Anyway most big RUclips publishers know the success of their channel and the money they make on it is dependent on how many viewers and subscribers they get. Treating viewers like idiots would therefore be suicidal.

    • @Senkino5o
      @Senkino5o 4 года назад

      Lol, this video's six years old now bud, he's gone whole hog on the product placement and flashy techniques.

    • @ephraimcamacho9600
      @ephraimcamacho9600 3 года назад

      Yes I agree! Love the way he puts his video info together so well!!

    • @SomnoNaut
      @SomnoNaut 3 года назад +2

      @@rkgsd Oh really is that how it works/ Duh

  • @jonathanwright7991
    @jonathanwright7991 2 года назад +14

    Call me lazy, but if you just hold the cap, you don't have to clean the shavings out of the bottle.

  • @MrFuriousG
    @MrFuriousG 9 лет назад +1424

    Abraham Lincoln called, said he want's his electric drill back..

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад +433

      MrFuriousG He said it was ok if I borrowed it.

    • @JustAboutAnything66
      @JustAboutAnything66 9 лет назад +44

      +MrFuriousG
      In the words of Indiana Jones "It belongs in a museum!"
      +Chrisfix
      My late father-in-law left me a sander and router that may have been a few years older than your drill. They were lovely tools but I rarely used them because they weighed about 50 pounds, hahaha. Some crack head stole them a few years back. They are probably floating around the country as soda cans.
      So cheers to the drill!
      Anyway, I just wanted to say your videos are very well done, thanks.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад +72

      lilwoodboy Thanks a lot man and thanks for sharing the story lol. Cant beat using old tools. My dad loves it when he sees me using tools his dad gave to him. I recently used a square for welding up "Project Night Light" and my father was so happy when he saw the video haha.

    • @GarthGoldberg
      @GarthGoldberg 9 лет назад +28

      ChrisFix I've got the same drill. Black and Decker from the 1970's. I opened the gear case and put some new grease in. Still works great. Nice and small.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад +21

      Garth Goldberg No wayyyy! Awesome! I should do the same thing!

  • @mikecioka1180
    @mikecioka1180 9 лет назад +334

    how some one can thumb down a video like this one? provably a dealer who want to sell this tool for 30$ :(

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад +40

      +mike cioka Thanks bud! Haters gonna hate.

    • @mikecioka1180
      @mikecioka1180 9 лет назад +7

      +ChrisFix Thanks to you for helping us :) I saving a lot of money !

    • @fortuner123
      @fortuner123 9 лет назад +1

      Thumbs down because it can recontaminate the calliper with aerated fluid as it is sucked back.

    • @fjpa654
      @fjpa654 9 лет назад +10

      +577666 well.. why don't you show us all the cheapest AND proper way to do it, and up-load your OWN video? CLEARLY he changed the break fluid, and the fluid was C-L-E-A-R.

    • @ROBMCKISSOCK
      @ROBMCKISSOCK 9 лет назад +7

      +577666 not if you bleed the line till the hose is full of clear fluid, like you're supposed to, then it will only suck in clean new fluid

  • @optimoprimo132
    @optimoprimo132 3 года назад +1

    Perfect tip. I made one exactly like that. Just a few points...
    1. You can use a thicker based bottle for more stability if you fill the bottle a 3rd of the way with old brake cleaner you have laying around which won't ever be used, or any fluid that might be the same consistency of brake fluid. It's only to keep somewhat of a vacuum for air bubbles.
    2. Smaller bottle or larger bottle you can increase stability by gluing a larger plastic piece to the bottom of your bottle. It can be plastic from any empty container or jug.

  • @2010compguy
    @2010compguy 9 лет назад +167

    Chris Fix I just flushed the brakes on my dads jeep. $4 and I had my own bottle saving me money compared to the bleeding system. Your flush video was a big help and useful! Keep the how to videos coming!! Thanks again!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад +25

      Stephen Taylor Awesome Stephen! I am glad the video helped and great job doing the work yourself!

    • @dad1432
      @dad1432 6 лет назад +3

      Clear and helpful. Thanks!

  • @daleeasternbrat816
    @daleeasternbrat816 2 года назад +2

    I work on industrial and marine diesel generaors and marine propulsion engines. I work on old school cars for fun. your vids will save me a lot of time explaining how to do this . You're a good teacher. Great series of vids!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  2 года назад +3

      Thanks Dale! I just started ChrisFish. I think you will like that channel too haha. I love boats and I’m sure you could teach me a thing or two!

    • @braydenwillenborg4904
      @braydenwillenborg4904 Год назад +1

      It's great that ChrisFix is still replying to comments on a video 8 years after release.

  • @zhooted5508
    @zhooted5508 8 лет назад +102

    Take the cap off first and you wont have to clean the bottle again,also it will be a lot more stable when drilling it.

    • @jasondeaver2117
      @jasondeaver2117 3 года назад +4

      Just dont do it that way on concrete but yeah thats smarter

  • @DaveOfAllMasterOfNone
    @DaveOfAllMasterOfNone 7 лет назад

    +ChrisFix Worked awesome man! I was adjusting my parking brake and I forgot to compress one of the brake pistons. I was checking to see if the adjustment was working by starting the car and applying the parking break to see if the hubs stopped. I had one side adjusted but still disassembled and working on the driver side. Put on the brakes by force of habit to put it back into park and the piston popped out and there was brake fluid everywhere. I thought I was boned hardcore... Anyway after I got the piston back in I came to the conclusion that I needed to bleed the brakes (never done it before). I watched your video, took trip to Home Depot for som 1/4" ID tube and Walmart for brake fluid (and Gatorade), built the rig and less than 30 min later I was back in business. Thanks for the video and for saving me $30 on a bleeder. You are the man! I am already subscribed but I will keep watching and keep "liking" the videos.

  • @unfundedopportunities7278
    @unfundedopportunities7278 8 лет назад +173

    You stand the plastic bottle inside something like an empty glass pickle jar. The jar keeps the bottle upright, and is wide enough and heavy enough not to tip over easily.

    • @peterford9369
      @peterford9369 7 лет назад +5

      UnFunded Opportunities Good tip.

    • @mopenstein
      @mopenstein 5 лет назад +2

      Why not just use the pickle jar then?

    • @pmfap
      @pmfap 5 лет назад +8

      @@mopenstein Because you need the level of the fluid inside the container to be high enough. A recipient with a wide base will have a shallow level of oil compared with a narrower bottle.

    • @death_dealer_382yt9
      @death_dealer_382yt9 5 лет назад

      I've never had a problem with my plastic bottle tipping over

    • @michaelbelden1013
      @michaelbelden1013 4 года назад

      Genius

  • @Johny40Se7en
    @Johny40Se7en 9 лет назад +2

    Ta for the tips again. I always asked my dad to press the brake pedal but he's not always available so it's good to know that you're able to do it on your own. I often thought about it but worried about the delay from pressing the pedal to closing the bleeder valves, thought I might make it worse if I wasn't quick enough.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад +3

      Yea, that's why I showed the one person method since you might be working on your own.

    • @boardrfolif3
      @boardrfolif3 5 лет назад +1

      For me this method definitely introduced air, I'm guessing through the threads even though I loosened the bare minimum to get fluid flowing. Fingers crossed a 2 person bleed tonight fixes the mush.

  • @mrcoz1764
    @mrcoz1764 8 лет назад +69

    the od of a 1/4" hose is 3/8 so use a 5/16 drill bit to make ur hole,,,

    • @paulinoeugenia2660
      @paulinoeugenia2660 4 года назад +2

      Respectful and to the point 👍🏽✋🏽

    • @Mikeaawwck
      @Mikeaawwck 3 года назад +1

      Yeah i used a 5/16 also. 1/4 didn’t help much.

  • @FourDollaRacing
    @FourDollaRacing 7 лет назад

    I made 2, last summer! Now saving money for replacement fluids, for 120,000 mile service, this summer....:)

  • @GenerationGap69
    @GenerationGap69 4 года назад +29

    Pilot hole for a plastic lid? Ok, he’s thorough.

    • @zackr4667
      @zackr4667 3 года назад

      exactly what i was thinking

    • @jasondeaver2117
      @jasondeaver2117 3 года назад +1

      They do crack easy if colder than 65 degrees

    • @camdendexter
      @camdendexter 3 года назад +1

      Keeps the larger bit from wandering.

  • @ericsandrin8123
    @ericsandrin8123 4 года назад

    i watch All your videos....finally somebody who...KNOWS.... FORDS...

  • @donnywilliams4448
    @donnywilliams4448 8 лет назад +4

    dude your videos are great for DIY people

  • @NeilVanceNeilVance
    @NeilVanceNeilVance 8 лет назад +1

    Man good job I made one for changing two rear calipers on my old Mitsu Shogun, Perfect and easy!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 лет назад

      Awesome Neil! Glad the video was helpful!

  • @MsSkullzone
    @MsSkullzone 8 лет назад +36

    Totally useful , informative, money saving and clearly explained.

  • @michael184272
    @michael184272 5 лет назад +1

    Chris...#1 videos on everything..
    Very interesting and of course informative... thanks for sharing

  • @jerrymconners
    @jerrymconners 9 лет назад +7

    I prefer the old style hand-crank drill. Could you post another video using this tool? Also to save time, when you drill the "pilot hole".... why not drill the "vent hole" at that time? Yep, I am a genius!

  • @PilotDamian
    @PilotDamian 4 года назад

    Chris I know you made this a while ago but this is very useful, thank you!!

  • @krissrock
    @krissrock 7 лет назад +16

    yeah, good shit. I've been using this "fix" for probably 10 yrs now...Waayyyy less mess. I've never tried using a zip-tie, but that's a good idea fo sho

  • @TR4zest
    @TR4zest 6 лет назад

    You could tape a suitable magnet to the bottle to hold the bottle to the steel hub, axle stand or suspension.

  • @arleyrivas9963
    @arleyrivas9963 8 лет назад +160

    I need a link to a blue POWERade bottle

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 лет назад +16

      +Arley Rivas lol

    • @arleyrivas9963
      @arleyrivas9963 8 лет назад +3

      ChrisFix thanks for replying lol and thanks for the video I needed to replace my break booster but I have to disconnect the brake lines from the master cylinder but I didn't know how to bleed the breaks on my own.

    • @thereagauze
      @thereagauze 7 лет назад +4

      also do you have to use the free-with-a-coupon harbor freight scissors to cut the tubing or will any scissors work?

    • @HankHill1
      @HankHill1 5 лет назад

      @@thereagauze LOLOLOL

    • @usa67us
      @usa67us 5 лет назад +1

      7-11 has them in stock.

  • @thoang2626
    @thoang2626 5 лет назад

    Thanks Chris for showing us so many tips and tricks!

  • @grahamnichols2635
    @grahamnichols2635 9 лет назад +25

    You really saved my ass over the last couple days between this video and a couple of your other ones. I really want to thank you, because I seriously would have been up the creek without your help. So thank you, Sir, very much!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад +3

      +Graham Nichols I am glad my videos have been super helpful!

  • @anthonycenzoprano5860
    @anthonycenzoprano5860 7 лет назад

    This kid is great!! great camera work, good tips and correctly does things!!

  • @victorcontreras6750
    @victorcontreras6750 9 лет назад +17

    I have been a commercial jet mechanic for 21 years and you totally rock. I learn something new every day ! Your videos are informative, easy to understand and show that there's more than one way to skin a cat! Thanks for your time and effort in putting these together and coming up with great topics !

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад +4

      victor contreras Thanks a lot Victor! I am glad a professional like yourself is learning something new with my videos! That is great!

  • @Mabon-sz9nz
    @Mabon-sz9nz 9 лет назад +1

    The only way to go. Some much more effective and cheap.

  • @oxidizedolive
    @oxidizedolive 2 года назад +15

    I just wanted to say that with your tutorials coming in at over a decade of production, it's amazing to look back and see the kind of quality videos you put together so long ago. Keep it up brother. 🔥

  • @WoWdreamWoW
    @WoWdreamWoW 3 года назад +1

    Ninja of All Trades sent me here... Great stuff...

  • @MrDeadInMyPocket
    @MrDeadInMyPocket 8 лет назад +20

    I used a medium sized glass peanut butter jar. (Yes you can still buy those. Maybe a glass mason jar will work too) It's not too big and the weight helps it stay upright. Have had it fifteen years now and still going.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 лет назад +11

      Good idea!

    • @APZ2187
      @APZ2187 8 лет назад +11

      damn dude you replied on a comment from two days ago on a vid thats old two years RESPECT!

    • @amb2745
      @amb2745 5 лет назад +2

      Now I know what to do when I go back to work tomorrow: Buy a bottle of Powerade from the soda machine.

  • @garywinters2282
    @garywinters2282 6 лет назад

    I am the example that you can teach an old dog new tricks! Thanks Chris.

  • @Scott_Shafner
    @Scott_Shafner 2 года назад +12

    Just flushed my brakes for the first time - I love your videos above everyone else's. They are so clear, good lighting, and you get right to the instruction without wasting my time. Awesome videos.

  • @JoshuaWhitman
    @JoshuaWhitman 9 лет назад +1

    i used a v8 fusion bottle and that worked great!

  • @flumoxeduk2379
    @flumoxeduk2379 8 лет назад +17

    if you use soft rubber tubing and put a small longitudinal slit (10mm) near the bottom (not to the bottom -kinda like a flute really ) and then a bolt/bung in the bottom to seal the end it will act like a 1 way valve and improve you bleeder :)

    • @johnvanderpol9059
      @johnvanderpol9059 6 лет назад +1

      That's real good idea,use a heavy bolt and it will lay on the bottom, top idea!

    • @condor5635
      @condor5635 5 лет назад

      Peter Gabbott -awesome idea. Just yesterday doing my brakes with the same setup here I was wonder about how to incorporate a one way valve. This is an awesome idea - at least I understand it and it does sound like it would work. Thanks!

    • @AllanO808
      @AllanO808 5 лет назад +1

      That's old school and works perfectly.

  • @cztech2631
    @cztech2631 9 месяцев назад

    Not sure if this would work better, but since the tubing has a 1/4-inch inner diameter and an outer diameter of 3/8-inch. Wouldn't it be better to use a 3/8 drill bit? It would still probably be plenty snug doing it with the exact size bit as the outer diameter of the tubing you're using.
    Great video by the way. I've learned a lot about cars watching your videos on RUclips.

  • @rklein20
    @rklein20 5 лет назад +22

    Drill the hole in bottle cap to match the OUTSIDE DIAMETER of the tubing, not the INSIDE DIAMETER.

    • @PneumaticFrog
      @PneumaticFrog 3 года назад

      i just melt a hole with a lighter and shove the tube in.

  • @quillmaurer6563
    @quillmaurer6563 5 лет назад

    I made a more sophisticated setup using a 3D printed adapter glued into the lid of a jar, with holes for a hose and a socket to connect a shop vac. Works pretty well except that it sucks a lot of air in around the bleeder bolt, so it's hard to tell when the brakes are fully bled, but I've used it for several brake bleeds including a master cylinder brake lights switch replacement and installing new calipers. I haven't uploaded the model to Thingiverse, but could if anyone's interested.

  • @BostonBorn
    @BostonBorn 7 лет назад +16

    2nd day of binge watching #chrisfix 💕 You rock for making great DIY auto videos!!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 лет назад +4

      +Kelly Dolan thanks for all the support!!!

    • @garnetnard4284
      @garnetnard4284 3 года назад +1

      I’m on week two and I’ve already ordered $600 in parts for my car. I’ve never even changed my oil before this.

  • @bartvermeulen6515
    @bartvermeulen6515 5 лет назад

    The old drill is a beauty! 😊

  • @TexasPLNR
    @TexasPLNR 10 лет назад +28

    A slight variation for a one man bleeder would replace vent hole w/ a 1/4" hole and use a hand vacuum pump/tube to lower pressure in bottle to pull brake fluid from system. This avoids leaving brake assy location to pump the brake fluid out. For this variation a glass bottle must be used as thin plastic will collapse due to vacuum created w/ hand pump.
    With this variation of one man bleeding, some bubbles will enter brake fluid stream at the loosened bleeder due to pressure differential, however no air is introduced into brake system.. Some use grease around bleeder to prevent this, but it's not necessary.
    I've also found that the clear (acrylic?) plastic tubing tends to harden due to brake fluid making subsequent use very difficult. Rubber surgical tube resists hardening and remains flexible after exposure to brake fluid.
    Nice video. Regards

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  10 лет назад +5

      TexasPLNR Thanks for the tips!

    • @norahschrum
      @norahschrum 6 лет назад +2

      Where do you get surgical tubing locally? Like what kind of store should I search for?

    • @xrain099
      @xrain099 5 лет назад

      @@norahschrum Lowes or homedepot has them or latex tubing thing. But they are way more expensive than vinyl tubing.

    • @mrbreezeet1
      @mrbreezeet1 2 года назад

      We had this gallon can of brake fluid where I worked one time, and it had a pump on it like a liquid soap bottle, so you could fill the master cylinder.
      We used to open the bleeder valve, and pump fluid up into the master cylinder, worked quite well.

    • @shanefrank3281
      @shanefrank3281 Год назад +2

      After using vacuum to bleed I switched to pressure. Vacuum worked ok for me, but sometimes you get air coming in where the hose fits on the nipple or around the threads of the nipple and it makes you think you have air in the system when you don't.

  • @kibbsnowden6893
    @kibbsnowden6893 3 года назад

    It been nice to see how to use this ...

  • @aboodalblushi1742
    @aboodalblushi1742 6 лет назад +5

    Sometimes i want to subscribe to ur channel twice 😂😂,,,

  • @gamenessovercolor666
    @gamenessovercolor666 9 лет назад

    I did something similar to this but what I used is a vacuum line with a one-way-valve on the end that goes into the bottle.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад

      gamenessovercolor666 That works great too!

  • @HassanEido1
    @HassanEido1 8 лет назад +29

    Thank you Chris! I just did my own brake flush on my car, and wow, the fluid came out black and air bubbles came out. Now my brakes are firm at the top of the pedal and no more fade! I followed this video and the other video on how to flush the fluid and it was a breeze. Great work man

  • @mikemaj8467
    @mikemaj8467 Год назад

    Just want to point out to others the large hole drilled into the container lid should be the same size as the outside diameter of the tubing.

  • @xianreiss
    @xianreiss 8 лет назад +91

    Why not drill the lid not on the bottle then now debris in the bottle.

    • @dakotadriggers8838
      @dakotadriggers8838 8 лет назад +5

      so the bit doesnt hit anything when it breaks through the cap

    • @Sticky_Ricky
      @Sticky_Ricky 8 лет назад +3

      You have to clean the bottle anyway, no need to damage a drill bit by hitting it on the surface beneath the lid.

    • @markothevrba
      @markothevrba 8 лет назад +24

      Just put it on a piece of wood...

    • @TheJBMasterpiece
      @TheJBMasterpiece 8 лет назад

      +markothevrba I used an upside down cardboard box

    • @walterbrunswick
      @walterbrunswick 7 лет назад +27

      Now you have a hole in the bottom of your cardboard box...

  • @jeffbluejets2626
    @jeffbluejets2626 3 года назад +2

    So you clean the bottle and THEN fill it up with plastic shavings. I would have simply removed the top.

  • @speed488
    @speed488 6 лет назад +4

    Thanks for the vid Chris! Always appreciated! Now, the only problem I have to deal with is my snapped bleeder valve. This is how you turn a brake fluid flush into a full caliper job.

  • @marktype1with2
    @marktype1with2 4 года назад

    If you drill the hole to large just put a zip tie on the hose under the cap so it doesn't slide out and don't let it tip over. It doesn't have to be air tight the bottom of the hose just has to stay submerged.

  • @-CCdude
    @-CCdude 8 лет назад +11

    Also this is a trick I do so as not to waste brake fluid. Take a old ear syringe and suck out the old brake fluid in the master cylinder down to just above the holes for the fluid to go out. You may have to remove a plastic screen in some master cylinders which is there to keep junk out of your brake system, drop the screen back in if it had one. Then fill with new fluid and do the brake bleed as normal for your car or truck, this way you start with mostly new fluid instead of pushing old fluid through the system.

  • @tenwalls2428
    @tenwalls2428 2 года назад

    Live and learn a little every day, huh. Those ID vs OD applications always require some thought.

  • @chaplainand1
    @chaplainand1 3 года назад +4

    Hey Chris
    Thank you for all your videos. I am a DIY mechanic so I don't do a lot anymore. I have done many brake jobs and made a bleeder like yours from a peanut butter container. Works well. When I had an F250, I did a brake bleed on it - I understand doing a bleed every three years or so is recommended. I am doing a full brake job on our 2011 Subaru Forester over the next few days. On the video for that, I learned a few new things. Very grateful for the OUTSTANDINGLY WELL DONE video. This video is the best one I've seen on this topic. I appreciate your teaching skills.

  • @georgeforrest3379
    @georgeforrest3379 8 лет назад

    hi Chris. Thank you so much for your videos. I am learning a lot :) G. F. N. Ireland.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 лет назад

      +George Forrest Great! Glad you are learning a lot!

  • @Larry_Harvilla
    @Larry_Harvilla 8 лет назад +82

    Having bought the tubing yesterday, I'm going to add a small but important detail that Chris neglected to mention: pay attention to both the inside diameter (ID) and outside diameter (OD) of the tubing. As Chris' drill bit demonstration at 0:51 shows, he was using 1/4" ID tubing, not 1/4" OD, and then he notes at 2:09 that the hose wouldn't fit through a 1/4" hole in the cap and he had to enlarge the hole some more.
    The 1/4" ID tubing I bought at Home Depot has an OD of 3/8", and thus would require a 3/8" hole in the cap to fit properly. So if this otherwise excellent video inspires you to make one of these for yourself, remember that you need to have both diameters in mind: the ID to match your bleeder screws, and the OD for the size of the hole you drill in your bottle cap.

    • @QuantumRift
      @QuantumRift 8 лет назад +8

      +Larry Harvilla It could have been said better: Get a length of tubing that fits your bleeder valve nipple. Now punch a hole thru the plastic cap of a 20 ounce drink bottle (not water bottle, too unstable) that is the same size as your tubing. Make a small vent hole. Done.

    • @marquisl2313
      @marquisl2313 5 лет назад +4

      Thanks. You said it perfectly. He did make that small mistake. I made the same mistake when I bought the tubing. No biggie though... Chris is still The Man and has given me the balls to fix things I never would have had if it wasn't for his videos. Thanks brutha. Keep up the great work!

    • @amb2745
      @amb2745 5 лет назад

      Chris could have also taken the drill bit out of the drill and hand turned the drill into the hole to get the shavings off the hole as well as slightly enlarge the hole. If it's off by only a little, doing that should help.

  • @sand0077
    @sand0077 7 лет назад

    Another informative, useful and practical video, thank you!

  • @femalegarage
    @femalegarage 8 лет назад +4

    Wow, that's brilliant! I've bled my brakes this way after watching your video. Thanks a million!

  • @Hidden02
    @Hidden02 10 лет назад

    Thanks for the vids, they all seem pretty straight forward and easy to follow.
    This system should work also for bleeding the clutch correct?
    I am going crazy this weekend, never attempted anything brakes or rotors based.
    08 Jetta @ 100K
    4 Rotters, All new pads, Bleed Brakes (no record this was ever done) and oil/filter change. I'd expect 3-5 hrs as this is my first try at brakes/rotors.
    VW Quote: $1200 - $1400 HOLY $#%!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  10 лет назад

      Hidden02 No problem! Glad the video was helpful! Yes, this process will work for bleeding the clutch too! It is great you are working on your car yourself! The brakes are so easy. Here are videos on how to do them (just in case you didnt see them already): How to Replace a Brake Caliper and How to Replace Brake Pads and Rotors

  • @freeagent8225
    @freeagent8225 4 года назад +4

    When my brother visits I get him to pump the brakes, it's good to work together and helps us bond. Been through 2 wills and we still talk, not everyone can say that.

    • @GetUpFalcon
      @GetUpFalcon 3 года назад +1

      That mate is the fucking truth! Congrats.

  • @MrElPoderozo1
    @MrElPoderozo1 4 года назад +1

    Hi Chris! When pumping the breaks what should I look forward to? Meaning how do I know I have no air in the line?
    Or is it something that I have to stop pumping and go look and get back in the car to start pumping?
    Thanks.

  • @kpb96m
    @kpb96m 9 лет назад +5

    Holy crap this was very helpful. ChrisFix, you are the man!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад

      kpb96m Gladf the video was helpful!

  • @slammedncammed9657
    @slammedncammed9657 9 лет назад +2

    Truly amazing.

  • @alberttibbets6567
    @alberttibbets6567 2 года назад +3

    Thank you! I was anxious about bleeding the brake lines after replacing the calipers in my 1998 Camry. I followed your instructions and it worked great. I could not believe how simple you made this job.

  • @alfredobrown
    @alfredobrown 9 лет назад

    Thanks for sharing!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад

      alfredobrown No problem! Glad the video was helpful!

  • @lucianonarno1408
    @lucianonarno1408 8 лет назад +8

    Awesome tip: Use superglue or epoxy to attach a 5 inch by 5 inch piece of wood or MDF to the base to make a wide base for the bottle and make sure it doesn't tip over.

    • @TheSuburban15
      @TheSuburban15 7 лет назад +5

      Yeah, you could do that, or just sit the bottle in the hole of a roll of duct tape.

    • @stephenlam4529
      @stephenlam4529 7 лет назад

      Luciano Narno Or Clear hair gel jar which is wide and shallow.

    • @lmind2
      @lmind2 7 лет назад +5

      Instructions unclear: monkey drank brake fluid, flew into a fluid-filled rage, dropped a donkey-sized dump on my new rotors and drove off

    • @peterford9369
      @peterford9369 7 лет назад

      Luciano Narno another good tip.

  • @randlerichardson5826
    @randlerichardson5826 5 лет назад

    I had a one man bleeder but my son borrowed it 3 years ago and I’ve not seen it since and prob never will.

  • @TheLogicalViolinist
    @TheLogicalViolinist 8 лет назад +48

    I think OSHA would like to talk to you about @2:17

    • @QuantumRift
      @QuantumRift 8 лет назад +1

      +TheLogicalViolinist OSHA has nothing to do with this. He's not being paid to make the video or product.

    • @RunsWithKnives
      @RunsWithKnives 8 лет назад +10

      +QuantumRift Don't worry just another one that believes we should nerf the world and everyone should have a safe space.

    • @QuantumRift
      @QuantumRift 8 лет назад

      +Runs With Knives LoL..."Doing that which no one can do for ones self."

    • @misfitthemad276
      @misfitthemad276 6 лет назад +5

      I have a mate who drilled into his finger a little bit and the drill caught a tendon and ripped it out by the roots. I'm really careful with drills around my hands now.

    • @drizler
      @drizler 6 лет назад +1

      He’s a private individual not a business. He can tell OSHA to stick it in a warm dark place and snap it off. I SURE WOULD, and quite legally too!

  • @tasteoftheweak5390
    @tasteoftheweak5390 3 года назад +2

    This will get you out of trouble if you are alone. as you see fluid passes the thread meaning air can suck in as well. the best method is with someone else pushing the peddle. I have tried this a few times on different cars and I have never not got air back into the system doing it this way. a 90% job done but the best way is the old way.

  • @ff5gus
    @ff5gus 10 лет назад +5

    That's 1/4 I.S. Diameter hose

  • @chuckosborne4403
    @chuckosborne4403 4 года назад

    leave the cap off the bottle when drilling the holes to avoid getting plastic inside the bottle.

  • @kneesee100
    @kneesee100 7 лет назад +3

    Chris I absolutely love your videos. You may however want to reconsider using that drill.
    The old 2-wire, non-grounded, non-"double insulated" power tools are DEATH waiting to happen and NOT easy to let go of when the electricity begins to flow through your body! Read this on a website so you may want to research that a little further.
    Our company no longer allows us to use them. Stick with the Ryobi!!
    Anyways keep making those awesome videos.....

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 лет назад +4

      +kneesee100 thanks a lot! Yes that's an old school drill. I won't use it anymore because that makes a lot of sense!

    • @dtrrtd774
      @dtrrtd774 7 лет назад +1

      kneesee100
      isn't it amazing how people survived back then without all the safety considerations of modern day? no seat belts, no helmets, slingshots, pocket knives, BB rifles taking kid's eyes out, leaded fuel, etc etc LOL

    • @mtnmosin2740
      @mtnmosin2740 5 лет назад

      sad thing is granpas drill still works.....ive been through several "new" and "improved" "safe" drills....

  • @halleffect1
    @halleffect1 Год назад +2

    that drill is older than Chris

  • @crustyHO
    @crustyHO 8 лет назад +108

    And after you get done bleeding your brakes, you can use it as a bong! Brilliant!

  • @Miller_Lite
    @Miller_Lite 9 лет назад +2

    The tubing you just get it at Home Depot? If so what section will it be. The last time I had a brake flush done I was charge about $60 and than I peek to see how they were doing it and that's all I seen too the same bottle and a tube method so I was like what the. So just seeing and how you have demonstrated the brake flush in your other video has made go and do it my own self and save some money. So great videos like always and thank you for being a money saver.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  9 лет назад +1

      Miller Gonzalez Yes, that is where I got my tubing. I think I got mine in the plumbing section but just ask.

  • @agentnuget
    @agentnuget 8 лет назад +4

    I plan to make one of these that I can use to bleed the brakes on a motorcycle I plan to buy soon.. :)

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 лет назад +1

      +nuget102 Awesome!

  • @MultiGazman
    @MultiGazman 6 лет назад +2

    Always nice to see people thinking for themselves, just a couple of things, take the top off before drilling it, Use a drill bit that matches the outside diameter (OD) not the inside of the tubing, No need to use a pilot hole for plastic, just make the holes you need in the sizes you need them. Thanks for the vid

  • @twistalimes8351
    @twistalimes8351 8 лет назад +6

    Just used a 32 oz plastic (speedway) convenience store cup and double layer plastic lid. Eli inmates the whole drill a hole and a air hole into a water bottle issue and allows for a wider base. Hose slides right in. Taiduh!

  • @ShawnMTA
    @ShawnMTA 7 лет назад

    Thanks for the tip. How can you be sure that the entire system has been flushed? Is there a certain order of brakes.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 лет назад +1

      +John Smith watch my brake flush video. I answer that and more in that video.

  • @Shane-Singleton
    @Shane-Singleton 8 лет назад +45

    That drill looks ancient! :)

    • @ThunderRoadDreams
      @ThunderRoadDreams 7 лет назад +16

      hallis1 and that's why it still works , new tools are mostly made no where near as good as old ones

    • @Shane-Singleton
      @Shane-Singleton 7 лет назад +6

      I agree 100% that's why when I go shopping for tools I usually do it in pawn shops.

    • @DaytonCarCare
      @DaytonCarCare 6 лет назад

      Older tools are better quality vs the Chinese crap they make now days

    • @wobluemoon
      @wobluemoon 6 лет назад

      It's an impact driver

    • @death_dealer_382yt9
      @death_dealer_382yt9 5 лет назад

      @@wobluemoon no it's just a standard drill

  • @RCbashingtheKRATON
    @RCbashingtheKRATON 5 лет назад +2

    Works great,,,Thanks for tip...Damn bro..Grand POP wants his drill back...LOL 1957 Black and Decker

  • @angelskater12
    @angelskater12 7 лет назад +4

    can i get the plastic tubing at a home depot?

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 лет назад +10

      That is where I got it!

    • @DaveOfAllMasterOfNone
      @DaveOfAllMasterOfNone 7 лет назад

      If you have a "Rual King" around they have a wider selection. Prices are about the same as Home Depot. Ace Hardware is a convenient rip off, but as stated,sometimes very convenient.

    • @NicholasLeader0
      @NicholasLeader0 5 лет назад

      Angel Hernandez just picked up some 3/16 ID ‘clear vinyl’ model EZ-FLO 98562. 20” for $4.58 at Lowe’s.

  • @indokeren3311
    @indokeren3311 7 лет назад

    Love all your videos.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 лет назад +1

      +INDO KEREN thanks

  • @LLStacheLarry
    @LLStacheLarry 8 лет назад +10

    Can't you use a hose clamp instead of a zip tie?

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 лет назад +3

      Yes you could!

    • @LLStacheLarry
      @LLStacheLarry 8 лет назад +3

      okay cool. I am really liking your videos really like the detail and video shots great job.

    • @ArneADK
      @ArneADK 8 лет назад

      i use a lighter and heat up te hose when it's on the nipple

    • @johnvanderpol9059
      @johnvanderpol9059 6 лет назад

      only if you could find a small enough one ,cable ties are a lot cheaper.

  • @jabinsonpurba6393
    @jabinsonpurba6393 3 года назад

    Terimakasih banyak, Chris

  • @cjburch63
    @cjburch63 8 лет назад +4

    Thanks so much for creating and posting your how-to videos. Your narration, videography, and helpful tips have helped me greatly in working on my '93 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

  • @pazzy4501
    @pazzy4501 4 года назад

    nice chris.. good job.. what is the clear hause inner diamiter in milimeter? and how wide is the bleeder valve in milimeter?

  • @chess1ification
    @chess1ification 9 лет назад +3

    Chris, u said brake fluid is corrosive so I'm wondering why u didn't wear rubber gloves. Is it not corrosive to your skin also?

  • @RogerPack
    @RogerPack 5 лет назад

    For followers, there's a link in the description to the tubing on amazon :) . Anybody else know where one could buy the tubing local, typically?

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад

      I just get it at the local hardware store.

  • @cbremer83
    @cbremer83 7 лет назад +1

    I use speedbleeders. They have a one-way valve in them so they will not suck air in while you pump them. Crack them 1/4 turn and attach a hose. Then pump away. Works great.

  • @garyt7830
    @garyt7830 День назад

    You Need to Hang this Bottle above the Bleeder Screw,!! , also Maybe attaching a Magnet to the Plastic Bottle may be able to assist the Mounting process in the wheel Well.

  • @mohamedelyamani7845
    @mohamedelyamani7845 5 лет назад

    What is the best professional scan tool about 1000 dollars compatible with most cars and has lots of useful options

  • @divyanshugogna6152
    @divyanshugogna6152 4 года назад +1

    You can use a knife and heat it up to make a hole in cap incase you dont have a drill

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 года назад

      Thanks for the tip!

    • @divyanshugogna6152
      @divyanshugogna6152 4 года назад

      @@chrisfix omg cant believe !! got a reply from chris fix!!! Love your videos bro 💯 its the best on RUclips.
      You are like Nilered but of cars instead of chemistry

  • @birdsley1962
    @birdsley1962 6 лет назад

    Drilled the inside diameter instead of the outside of the tube ,that`s why you had to re-drill the hole !

  • @risendros
    @risendros 8 лет назад +2

    You dont need to put cap on the bottle when drilling, use some scrap wood as base, better stabilty (no wiggle of bottle, danger to cut into hand(has happend...)) and you dont need to clean up the bottle.

  • @ACommenterOnYouTube
    @ACommenterOnYouTube 2 года назад +1

    1:40
    You could have just pulled the cap off and drilled the hole so you dont get shavings in the clean bottle 🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @Aircooledbliss
    @Aircooledbliss 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks alot! Gonna give this a go today, i made one out of a glass komubcha bottle, stands much more firmly on the ground :)

  • @jonruger
    @jonruger 3 года назад +1

    Not a bleeder really can’t be done alone without a vacuum pump of some kind but you can gravity bleed old fluid out with it I guess.

  • @scottmoore7440
    @scottmoore7440 2 года назад

    Best thing since sliced bread. No wife involved!!!