AAArrrgghhh. What started as a simple front wheel alignment and brake bleed has turned into a lot more.
The front right caliper was easy to bleed and the fluid was very dark, probably been a long while. The front left is a problem. The dang bleeder screw is rusted solidly in place. Looks like some previously owner gave up on it because the screw is completely rounded over from several tries with vice grips. I gave it my shot with a persuasive torch and still no luck.
Considering their age I checked the local friendly auto parts store and it looks like I can get rebuilt calipers and new brake hoses for both sides for less than $100. The pads still have a lot of life to them.
So for a $2 screw it's turned into $100 job. Could be worse. At least the alignment is now good.
The front right caliper was easy to bleed and the fluid was very dark, probably been a long while. The front left is a problem. The dang bleeder screw is rusted solidly in place. Looks like some previously owner gave up on it because the screw is completely rounded over from several tries with vice grips. I gave it my shot with a persuasive torch and still no luck.
Considering their age I checked the local friendly auto parts store and it looks like I can get rebuilt calipers and new brake hoses for both sides for less than $100. The pads still have a lot of life to them.
So for a $2 screw it's turned into $100 job. Could be worse. At least the alignment is now good.