Who offers lowest profile speed bleeders? Motion pro install
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Who offers lowest profile speed bleeders? Motion pro install
Anyone know who offers the lowest profile fork speed bleeders? I have access to a machine shop so drilling and tapping is no big deal.
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Yes. I do know.
MotionPro has some 'lowboys'. As stated before (and answered by your post), they DO require drill/tap.
You can get specs on the web.
The 'highboy' bleeders are the same NON-KYB threads screwed into an adapter.
How 'bout this??:
http://offroad.parts-unlimited.com/62/306/2752095
See? Both measurements tell you everything you need to know.
...you're welcome!
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MotionPro has some 'lowboys'. As stated before (and answered by your post), they DO require drill/tap.
You can get specs on the web.
The 'highboy' bleeders are the same NON-KYB threads screwed into an adapter.
How 'bout this??:
http://offroad.parts-unlimited.com/62/306/2752095
See? Both measurements tell you everything you need to know.
...you're welcome!
Isn't this site great!!
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Cheaper? Huh?
You mean 'greater value'? At the very least 'less expensive'!!
'Ya can't say cheaper!
I do believe the shorter pieces are available sans 'kit'. I didn't look for them, just a link that had the measurements of the two sizes I've seen.
That setup would be cheaper still!!
**edit**
Look at the o-ring situation.
The 'bleeder' one isn't going to seal in the cap as well (if at all) as the 'adapter' one. The former is to fit IN something, the latter to fit 'on' something.
No huge deal. Just be aware of it.
You mean 'greater value'? At the very least 'less expensive'!!
'Ya can't say cheaper!
I do believe the shorter pieces are available sans 'kit'. I didn't look for them, just a link that had the measurements of the two sizes I've seen.
That setup would be cheaper still!!
**edit**
Look at the o-ring situation.
The 'bleeder' one isn't going to seal in the cap as well (if at all) as the 'adapter' one. The former is to fit IN something, the latter to fit 'on' something.
No huge deal. Just be aware of it.
Consider the source
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I bought "Anderson Automatics" on Ebay, Screwed in No Problem
http://www.andersonautomatics.com/bleeders.html
http://www.andersonautomatics.com/bleeders.html
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What's automatic about 'em?
That's a silly question!!!
Obviously, you push the button and they automatically release pent up pressure.
...sheeesh...
That's a silly question!!!
Obviously, you push the button and they automatically release pent up pressure.
...sheeesh...
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canyncarvr wrote:What's automatic about 'em?
That's a silly question!!!
Obviously, you push the button and they automatically release pent up pressure.
...sheeesh...
Thank You Carvr-At least someone understands
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Well I finally got the low-boys installed, they are the "pro" bleeders from motion pro mentioned by canyn above. I have aftermarket low profile fork caps, but I am sure the install proceedure is similar for stock caps:
Machining proceedure:
Clamp in vice in milling machine and locate on stock bleeder hole.
Drill and tap with provided 5/16 32tpi tap provided buy motion pro
I then spot faced with a .450" end mill to provide a flat mounting surface for the bleeder
I had to machine down a 3/8" socket to use as an install tool due to my recessed fork caps.
I also machined a fork cap wrench to accomodate the bleeders.
I am pretty happy with the install, they are super low profile for sure. I will see how they work when I finally get the bike out. Here are some pics:
Machining proceedure:
Clamp in vice in milling machine and locate on stock bleeder hole.
Drill and tap with provided 5/16 32tpi tap provided buy motion pro
I then spot faced with a .450" end mill to provide a flat mounting surface for the bleeder
I had to machine down a 3/8" socket to use as an install tool due to my recessed fork caps.
I also machined a fork cap wrench to accomodate the bleeders.
I am pretty happy with the install, they are super low profile for sure. I will see how they work when I finally get the bike out. Here are some pics:
2005 KTM 250EXC
2000 KDX200 (gone)
2000 KDX200 (gone)