Brake bleeding advice please
08-10-22, 04:08 PM
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I think the reason there is so much apprehension regarding brake bleeding is due to the fact that a majority of us just began riding bikes with disc brakes. Although we may be proficient in other bicycle repairs we all get a little nervous when doing something for the first time. At least I know that's how I am. I may require a bit of "hand holding" to get me through it the first time. After that I'm good.
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08-17-22, 10:22 PM
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Don't want to hijack OP's thread but I need some advice too.
The bike in question : Giant Revolt with Conduct hydraulic brake system. The brakes are Tektro. Bike was bought used a month ago and have put about 300 miles~. Not sure how many miles previous owner put but overall seems to be in great condition except front brake.
The problem : pretty weak bite on the front brake, lever makes a funny, rubbery sound. The shifter needs to be pulled way back before it does braking of any sort. I have bled the system at least 5 times but no dice. Squishy, rubbery lever and no bite. Also changed the pads to brand new ones - still nothing (or really, really minor improvement), the old pads are pretty good when compared to brand new ones, thus explaining why putting in new pads did not make a difference.
Is the bleeding not proper? Is it still holding air somewhere and anything else I can try at home before taking it to LBS?
The bike in question : Giant Revolt with Conduct hydraulic brake system. The brakes are Tektro. Bike was bought used a month ago and have put about 300 miles~. Not sure how many miles previous owner put but overall seems to be in great condition except front brake.
The problem : pretty weak bite on the front brake, lever makes a funny, rubbery sound. The shifter needs to be pulled way back before it does braking of any sort. I have bled the system at least 5 times but no dice. Squishy, rubbery lever and no bite. Also changed the pads to brand new ones - still nothing (or really, really minor improvement), the old pads are pretty good when compared to brand new ones, thus explaining why putting in new pads did not make a difference.
Is the bleeding not proper? Is it still holding air somewhere and anything else I can try at home before taking it to LBS?
