Alternate source for Speedbleeders?

[ScienceofSpeed]

I have not been successful reaching Speedbleeder for the past few days. I know they were extending their products to the retail sector. Does anyone know of an alternate source to purchase these?

Regards,
-- Chris

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[mdoan300]

If you're referring to Russell speedbleeders, then I bought a set for my 300ZX from Summit Racing.

Michael.


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1994 300ZX Twin Turbo
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[Hrant]

Any updates if there are other vendors retailing SpeedBleeder? Don't know how long they will be closed during the Holidays.

Am I correct that they come in two length options?

I need a new set of four SB10125.

How good are the ones made by Russell? I believe Summit Racing has a distribution center in Nevada.

 

[nsxtasy]

The Speed Bleeder website says that the name Speed Bleeder is trademarked/copyrighted, so presumably there is only one company making them. Although I suppose it's also possible that Russell is using the name without permission...?

 

[KGP]

I recall reading about another type of speed bleeder, although not using that name. I'm out of town - not on my computer, so I will check when i get back and let you know.

 

[ncdogdoc]

NAPA Auto parts stores sell a similar gadget, but I do not remember the name they sold it under. Comes in different thread pitches and diameters, just like the real thing.

 

[nkb]

I just received a new Summit catalog, and they have Russell Speed Bleeders (maybe Russell bought the rights) starting at about $10 a kit (I believe they come in pairs, but it's been a while since I bought and installed mine).

 

[Hugh]

http://www.motorcitywd.com/Manufac/Russell/SpeedBleeders.html

 

[KGP]

Earl's Solo-Bleed bleeder screws. A Holley company.

 

[Hrant]

Thanks for the leads. The thread lengths seem to be slightly different between SpeedBleeder and Earl's; I am assuming that is a rounding issue by Earl?

SpeedBleeder 32.44 mm
Earl's 33 mm

They are both almost the same price, $10.

Edit: Just called SpeedBleeder. This is the deal. Russell is a retailer of SpeedBleeder. There is an ongoing dispute between the two as Russell is supposed to note that SpeedBleeder is a trademark, etc ...... if this is not resolved, SpeedBleeder will discontinue retailing its products through Russell. SpeedBleeder's product is different from Earl's in design - the latter is a two piece.

The SpeedBleeder SB 10125 comes in one length (no L version) and is $7.00 if you get them direct. They also sell the reusable catch bag and hose. I just placed my order

 

[JOPRIMO]

I called them 2 weeks ago, ordered and received mine 1 week later. No problem getting in contact if you call them early in the day. Excellent customer service and those things worked exactly as intended.

 

[NSXDreamer2]

Thank you guys for bringing this up, I've never heard of it, wow, with that, I wouldn't worry about getting my buddy over for bleeding brakes...