[Healeys] Bleeding brakes on BN1 -

[Oudesluys]

First thing I would think about is adjusting the rear brakes. If this 
does not help bleed the brake system with a Gunson's Easybleed or 
similar, using low air pressure to force the brake fluid through the system.
Kees Oudesluijs

Jean Caron schreef:
> Listers:
>
> Seeking some help in solving a brake problem. I am helping a Club member
> bleeding the brakes on his '53 BN1 but have been unable to get a hard pedal on
> the first stroke. On the second stroke, they grab very well but if you wait
> even for 1 minute, it goes to the floor again on the first stroke.
>
> The following has been done:
>
> Replaced all 4 wheel cylinders, new repair kit in master cylinder, rear brake
> liners replaced and of correct thickness.
>
> When trying to isolate the problem by pinching the rear brake hose, the front
> brakes are great and maintain good pedal, so the master cylinder is not the
> problem. All three brake hoses are practically new(3 years old), not cracked,
> or showing signs of any leaks. All the brake lines are tight. The problem
> appears to be at the back but don't know where. Any ideas would be
> appreciated.
>
>
>
> Jean Caron
>
> Vintage Roadster Restoration
>
> Winnipeg, Mb.
>
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