🔧 Capri Tools CP21029 Brake Vacuum Bleeder Review

I have used this on 3 cars and 2 bikes. My *first* impression of it was that it was mediocre. As others have pointed out, it tends to pull air around the bleed screw threads and it always seemed to me that it was letting air back into the calipers. But today I think I discovered the magic of changing the oil on a Honda CBR. 600r. First, I cranked the air compressor up to 40psi (the recommended minimum). This prevented air from being sucked in around the bleed screw threads. Second, I pulled and

Okay so I'd say this is the best vacuum bleeder I've ever used. I am both a master technician and a platinum certified Honda technician. I use this remedy at least once a day. It has such a strong vacuum that it actually pulls the piston back into the caliper (which is perfectly normal). I spend thousands of dollars on tools and usually don't stray too far from the main suppliers (Snap on and Matco). I used to have a Mitivak pump but it broke so I needed a different pump. That is why this…

Take other reviews of this product with caution. People complain about air bubbles being drawn in around the nipple and rubber bushing. It is true. So what? This is just a sign of a good vacuum cleaner. This air does not get into the braking system. It is drawn into a vacuum chamber from the outside of the caliper. I used this to vacuum the brake lines on a 30ft RV. It worked great, bubbles and all. I turned on the vacuum and then opened the nipple 1/2 turn while holding the vacuum line so it…