clutch bleeding

[hellrotfan96m3]

I have to replace my slave cylinder for my clutch and I am not sure if i have to go get a bleeder or if there is a way to do it without having one. and one other question would you trust a replacement cylinder from auto zone or should i pay the extra and get it through pelican parts?

[Sport Evo]

Buy your slave cylinder from Bavarian or Pelican. No Auto zone parts should go into your car. You can bleed the clutch by pumping, but it will require a helper. Takes a while but can be done. A pressure bleeder is a wise investment if you plan to bleed brakes or clutch in the future. If you have compressed air, you can get an attachment from snap on that makes the job a very easy, one man, operation.

Good luck. PM if you need help....

[John in VA]

Don't forget to check Olympus Import Parts, with several locations in the area. They offer 'CCA discounts, and can get most parts in a day if not in stock.

[mcoupemindy]

I have to replace my slave cylinder for my clutch and I am not sure if i have to go get a bleeder or if there is a way to do it without having one. and one other question would you trust a replacement cylinder from auto zone or should i pay the extra and get it through pelican parts?

I'm not sure if you already bought a new slave cylinder. However, if you didn't, I have one with 0 miles on it that I'd be willing to sell.

[hellrotfan96m3]

thanks for the tips all. this forum although slower, seems to be way better than M3 forum or bimmerforums. doesnt seem to be as much drama here.

[1996 328ti]

thanks for the tips all. this forum although slower, seems to be way better than M3 forum or bimmerforums. doesnt seem to be as much drama here.

By slower you do mean less active?

[hellrotfan96m3]

By slower you do mean less active?

yes i do or at least thats what it looks like to me i have only been on this forum for 2 days now so may be a premature statment.

[mcoupemindy]

yes i do or at least thats what it looks like to me i have only been on this forum for 2 days now so may be a premature statment.

Yes, we're a bit slower here, but everyone is a good guy!

[Real M3]

Yes, we're a bit slower here, but everyone is a good guy!

So, Jonathan, do you mean on the track, autox course or mentally.....

I probably qualify for all three!

[mcoupemindy]

So, Jonathan, do you mean on the track, autox course or mentally.....

I probably qualify for all three!

Me too ...

Mentally = REALLY SLOW
Track = PRETTY SLOW
AutoX = STILL SLOW

[Real M3]

Buy your slave cylinder from Bavarian or Pelican. No Auto zone parts should go into your car. You can bleed the clutch by pumping, but it will require a helper. Takes a while but can be done. A pressure bleeder is a wise investment if you plan to bleed brakes or clutch in the future. If you have compressed air, you can get an attachment from snap on that makes the job a very easy, one man, operation.

Good luck. PM if you need help....

I second Willy's recommendation for a good pressure bleeder, especially if you plan on doing your own brake work as well, it's the only way to go.

[hellrotfan96m3]

well i have never tackled something like this myself and could use a hand. i just cant afford to pay some mechanic that mostly works on hondas fords chevys and pontiac's to charge me 200 for labor for something like this when he is more than likely going to screw something up because he/she doesnt know what they are dealing with at all. if anyone lives in this area and is willing to give a hand for a few bucks and or beer/liquor and or pizza shoot me a pm. i had people that could help me in CA but since i moved out here i dont really have anyone that knows squat to call upon for help.

thanks again for the insite and i really do like this forum better than the others.

ps. how much dot 5 should i get to do the clutch and the brakes all at the same time?

[87325is]

You need dot 4 fluid. One can of ATE should get it done. if it is your first time, get two and have one as a backup.

[AG]

ps. how much dot 5 should i get to do the clutch and the brakes all at the same time?

You don't want to put in DOT 5 fluid. Go with DOT 4 or DOT 5.1. A liter of fluid should be more than enough for a flush, but you may want to pick up some extra just in case.

[hellrotfan96m3]

thanks again. someone told me dot 5 so thats what i assumed and now look like an a** thanks for catching that before i messed up.