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Front Caliper Bleeder Valve Broken

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by jwrphil1992, Oct 30, 2016.

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    jwrphil1992 New Member

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    While rebuilding my master cylinder and putting the calipers on my 82 XJ1100 I noticed the front right caliper bleeder valve is broken. I am in the process of attempting to remove the broken valve but if I can't does XJ750 calipers work on XJ1100's?
     
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    Not sure about the compatibility but, there used to be a bleeder repair kit available. I've installed many on Harley Banana Calipers(notorious for bleeders breaking). If you cant get the broken bleeder out you drill a larger hole, tap it and install the repair valve.

    found it at K&G and it looks like Doorman makes them for auto parts stores as well.

    http://www.kandgcycles.com/brk-cali...g&m=Abstract&gclid=CIy93aXQg9ACFYRahgodvL8D4Q
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Heat the bleeder. Apply candle wax. Repeat a few times. Apply vice grips, or an extractor of the nipple has sheared off.
     
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    Thanks guys, I ended up drilling out the old bleeder valve, tapping it and installing a new one. I'm glad I didn't have to buy another caliper.
     
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