Advice on brake Ezibleed on 2500M

[Jim Mackay]

Hi guys.
I bought a Gunson Ezibleed kit to bleed the brakes on my 72 2500M as I couldn't get the fluid through using normal pressure. I also bought the Gunson larger adjustable reservoir cap but it still isn't large enough to give a good seal.

Any tips on making a temporary seal? I guess getting a second filler cap and fixing the valve though that should work. Any sources for such a cap?

Many thanks in advance.
Cheers
Jim

[Jim Mackay]

Thanks all for the helpful suggestions. I've been doing a "chassis upwards" resto on the car for the past few years and renewed/rebuilt all the braking system. I then tried to bleed it last year which is when I hit the problem. I've been busy playing with my Gilbern Invader since then and have only recently got back to the 2500M to tackle the bleeding issue.

Adrian, most interested in your advice. How far up does the front need to be? Also, how might I check/ re-centre the shuttle?
Cheers
Jim

[Jim Mackay]

Success! With the front raised, I decided to check the brand new bleed nipple to find that the small hole did not reach through to the centre void. I managed to knock a small pin through and I was able to bleed it normally (with a helper rather than with the Gunson) thereafter.
Thanks again for the most helpful information and advice.
Regards
Jim