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techtalk:evo:wheels02r [2020/06/25 00:57]
hippysmack [Red or Orange Goop in Fluid Reservoir]
techtalk:evo:wheels02r [2022/10/18 00:41]
ixl2relax [Torn Internal Primary Rubber Cup]
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 Bleeding is the other problem, and the big loop in the brake line is a possible cause for this (trap for air). \\ Bleeding is the other problem, and the big loop in the brake line is a possible cause for this (trap for air). \\
 Some have also said that the return hole in the MC is too small. But enlarging it is risky unless you can make sure that there is no burr left to hurt the new cup. \\ Some have also said that the return hole in the MC is too small. But enlarging it is risky unless you can make sure that there is no burr left to hurt the new cup. \\
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 +Here's an XLForum thread about this issue: http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=2082017
  
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 This phenomena is still a mystery but it has been noticed repeatedly in the brake fluid reservoir especially in 2004-2006 Sportsters using DOT 5 fluid. \\ This phenomena is still a mystery but it has been noticed repeatedly in the brake fluid reservoir especially in 2004-2006 Sportsters using DOT 5 fluid. \\
 +It has been said to look like a mixture with the appearance of Italian oil and vinegar dressing with an orange tint. ((Oldwrench of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=543932&​page=3)) \\
 DOT 5 has been used in Harley brake systems since mid 1976 and the only reports known are in 2004 and later brake systems. \\ DOT 5 has been used in Harley brake systems since mid 1976 and the only reports known are in 2004 and later brake systems. \\