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ADKM1009

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Hi folks, so this weekend’s project involves replacing all my brake lines. Ordered a full set from Inline Tube. I have the Motive Power brake bleeder for my cars but need to get the appropriate adapter for the M1009. Problem is Motive Power sells two sizes for 80s GMs and I am 250 miles away from the truck. One is model #1105 which fits master cylinders reservoirs up to 3.75” x 6”; the other is model #1115 which fits master cylinder reservoirs larger than that. Anyone have a Motive Power bleeder and know which adapter I need, or failing that able to throw a tape measure on the reservoir? Need to order this in the next day or so. Thanks!!!
 

ADKM1009

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Well, to make it easier Motive Products says I need the 1105 if the reservoir is cast iron and the 1115 if the reservoir is plastic. Anyone know offhand what the reservoir is made of? Thanks.
 

Curtisje

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It's not bad but I'm still running into problems with maintenance that was conducted before I bought the truck. Lots to clean up to put her back to what she should look like. Someone before me didn't paint by the numbers.
 

Barrman

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I have used Motive screw on adaptors for other vehicles and love their products. I have not used their adaptor for the Chevy. I have though used several different Snap-On adaptors which look exactly the same and they all leak. 2 chains just don't disperse the clamping enough. Read the reviews on Amazon. Either use it with the power bleeder with no fluid in the tank or go nuts with C-clamps and quick grips followed by doing a dry PSI test before put fluid in.
 

ADKM1009

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Funny you mention that. I was thinking there was no way those chains would hold a seal. Fortunately I have a good selection of clamps!
 

ADKM1009

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And do you all 15 of those trucks right now or is that a list of everything you have owned over time? Very impressive either way!
 

Barrman

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Well, 5 of them are trailers. But, yeah. I still have all of them plus a few sports car type things. My wife says I am a sick, sick, sick man.
 
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