>> My question is about the turkey baster that is recommended for removing >> (sucking out), for example, the brake fluid from the master cylinder prior >> to flushing the brake system. The ones I have been using have been of poor >> quality, do not extract quickly, and have a poor seal at the bulb. Probably >> I should not be using the same one for various fluids. I am not so foolish >> as to use the one belonging to the lady of the house. Napa could only point >> me to a battery filler bulb for about $5. Turkey baster prices on Amazon >> range from about $3 to $10 (for an OXO). Ideally, I would like to get one >> that is of high quality, will last for years, and be inexpensive to replace.
I am skeptical that the baster will last very long once it has touched brake fluid. Maybe check with the local Dollar Tree and treat it as disposable? >> I am looking for suggestions on this, even suggestions for bypassing use of >> a turkey baster. I used a long length of thin, flexible hose and gravity last time I did a change. To prime it I used the hand pump (actually I think it's officially an oil pump) that I usually use with the fish tank - once the fluid has pulled far enough you should pull the lower hose and keep it from going through the pump assembly. As an aside, do not let the brake fluid or vapor get near your mouth! It's tempting after the pump gets loose the first couple times, but I can pass along the experience that it is -not- worth it - just do it right by using the pump to prime. :) Best, Tim _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
