Edelbrock/Russell 639560 Speed Bleeder

by Russell by Edelbrock

Product Features

• Computer engineered and wound spring ensures accurate progressive spring rate
• Thread size is 10mm x 1 and the overall length is 35mm
• Precision honed I.D. assures maximum flow which enhances bleeding
• Uses OEM style sealing area to guarantee a positive leak-proof seal
• Unique double-patent design ensures authenticity

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 3 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000CPCOAM
• Item model number: 639560
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #58,182 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #15 in Automotive > Replacement Parts > Brake System > Wheel Cylinder Bleeder Screws

Product Description

The Edelbrock/Russell Speed Bleeder replaces the original bleeder valves in calipers and wheel cylinders with a spring-loaded one-way ball and check valve design. This unique check ball design opens to allow the old fluid and air out and closes automatically between the pumps preventing the old fluid and air from re-entering the line. A special coating on the speed bleeder threads keep it from admitting air into the system and keeps expelled air and fluid out. The check ball is centerless ground 410 stainless steel which resists corrosion and galling. It features a patented thread sealing system that displaces air and moisture during thread engagement as well as eliminates air from being pulled back into the system during bleeding.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Speed Bleeders ROCK !!!, November 16, 2009

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T. Dewey "snipes1168" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Edelbrock/Russell 639560 Speed Bleeder (Misc.)

Speed bleeders work great, period. Take a hard job that requires two people and do it your self in a few minutes.

I replaced steel lines on my GM truck and saved a $100 trip to the dealer to get the air out of the ABS unit. The speed bleeders allow you to pump the pedal fast enough to get the air out with out paying to cycle the valves in the ABS unit.

They were an exact match as the original OEM bleeders.

Also, to the guy that broke his bleeder off, just send in the caliper to Speed Bleeder and they will remove the broken one, replace it with a new one and send it back to you for FREE.

My next set will be Stainless Steel to avoid rust.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect fit, January 15, 2009

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RobertL (USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Edelbrock/Russell 639560 Speed Bleeder (Misc.)

I installed these on my 1997 Outback ... fit was perfect ... was easily able to do a brake flush by myself ... I took one star off because the package did not include any directions for installation or use ... it's not that hard to figure out, but still ... BTW, there are two bleeders in the package, a detail left out of the description above.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Work but issues with seat shape, strength, July 19, 2009

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StealthLS2 (Beautiful Northern New Jersey) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Edelbrock/Russell 639560 Speed Bleeder (Misc.)

I have used Russell Speed bleeders on several cars. They are an okay compromise if you must bleed brakes yourself and / or don't have a pressurized / vacuum bleeding tool and / or need the convenience for frequent track-side bleeds as I do. The internal check valve does work as promised but several of mine have leaked after many bleeding cycles, so I consider this an eventual wear item. The main reason for my single star rating is that they are more fragile than stock bleeders. There are no directions so during a recent install I torqued them to the factory original specs per my service manual, only to have one snap off, thus ruining my caliper and causing a very expensive repair. Another negative is that the seat angles are not identical to stock, so once installed they gall the seat in such a way that you may not be able to reinstall a stock bleed screw without leaking. In the end I'm no longer using them on current or future cars.