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Where to get a load sensing valve bleed screw?
16 Feb 2025 18:14 #259493
by BigKally
Where to get a load sensing valve bleed screw? was created by BigKally
Hi, as the title suggests, I'm looking for a bleed screw for the load sensing proportioning valve over the rear axle. I can find parts diagrams that show the LSPV, but they don't list the bleed screw separately. I don't think the year or spec matters but it's a 2004 Jimny.
Replacement valves seem to come with them included, but I'm not keen on buying a £200 proportioning valve for a £3 bleed screw. So where can I get a replacement? Is it the same as one of the screws for the wheels? Thanks.
Replacement valves seem to come with them included, but I'm not keen on buying a £200 proportioning valve for a £3 bleed screw. So where can I get a replacement? Is it the same as one of the screws for the wheels? Thanks.
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16 Feb 2025 21:48 #259500
by mlines
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2003 M13 early KAP build.
3" Trailmaster lift with 1.5 Spacers on front
Customised winch bumper and roll cage
235/85R16 Maxxis Bighorns on 16" Rims, 4:1 Rocklobster, Rear ARB locker and on-board air
Corrected arms all-round, rear disks, Recaro seats and harnesses
Replied by mlines on topic Where to get a load sensing valve bleed screw?
It will probably be a standard 8mm or 10mm bleed nipple
Martin
2003 M13 early KAP build.
3" Trailmaster lift with 1.5 Spacers on front
Customised winch bumper and roll cage
235/85R16 Maxxis Bighorns on 16" Rims, 4:1 Rocklobster, Rear ARB locker and on-board air
Corrected arms all-round, rear disks, Recaro seats and harnesses
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27 Feb 2025 18:23 #259614
by BigKally
Unfortunately not. It's different from both of the wheel screws. I managed to buy a used one from someone breaking a Jimny but it's not in brilliant shape either.
I am kind of amazed that there's zero information about these and no convenient source of replacements out there, I can't be the first person who's ever rounded one off.
Replied by BigKally on topic Where to get a load sensing valve bleed screw?
Unfortunately not. It's different from both of the wheel screws. I managed to buy a used one from someone breaking a Jimny but it's not in brilliant shape either.
I am kind of amazed that there's zero information about these and no convenient source of replacements out there, I can't be the first person who's ever rounded one off.
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28 Feb 2025 00:01 - 28 Feb 2025 00:10 #259617
by facade
If it suddenly breaks, go back to the last thing that you did before it broke and start looking there
Replied by facade on topic Where to get a load sensing valve bleed screw?
Can you measure the one you have?
Your picture I assume shows shiny new ones in 10x1.0 and 8x1.25, the one on the left could be 7x1.0 - it is a less common bleed screw thread, often used on motorcycles though.
www.bcs-automotive.co.uk/shop/parts/blee...d-nipple-mild-steel/
6x1.0 is used somewhere I've messed with, could be motorcycles or maybe mountain bikes. My Proper Mini had tiny nipples on the rear, 1/4 AF, they could have been 6x1.0, or 1/4 x 28, it has been about 40 years now!
Your picture I assume shows shiny new ones in 10x1.0 and 8x1.25, the one on the left could be 7x1.0 - it is a less common bleed screw thread, often used on motorcycles though.
www.bcs-automotive.co.uk/shop/parts/blee...d-nipple-mild-steel/
6x1.0 is used somewhere I've messed with, could be motorcycles or maybe mountain bikes. My Proper Mini had tiny nipples on the rear, 1/4 AF, they could have been 6x1.0, or 1/4 x 28, it has been about 40 years now!
If it suddenly breaks, go back to the last thing that you did before it broke and start looking there

Last edit: 28 Feb 2025 00:10 by facade.
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28 Feb 2025 01:36 - 28 Feb 2025 01:38 #259619
by Letsbebad007
Replied by Letsbebad007 on topic ECU trouble put a m16a into a 2012 Jimny
I’ve bought a 2006 jimny and it’s got a M16A engine in it and I can’t get it to run right it’s got the original M13A ECU in it and I’ve read you can run that ECU but I’ve taken it to an Electrician who works in performance vehicles and he is saying the M16A ECU is different to the M13A and it can’t be run the car runs and drives but it has a timing knock I’ve replaced both o2 sensors the cam actuator spocker and valve relay throttle position sensor as well head gasket timing chain just asking if anyone here has done the engine swap and can give me any advise thanks
Last edit: 28 Feb 2025 01:38 by Letsbebad007. Reason: Wrong year and I added photos
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28 Feb 2025 06:47 #259622
by Motacilla
Replied by Motacilla on topic Where to get a load sensing valve bleed screw?
I agree with @facade, this is going to be a standard screw. Measure thread diameter, pitch, and length, and then go to your favorite hardware supplier or fire up google. Or take it into a good bearing shop and have them do the measurement and lookup. You don't even need to tell them what the screw came off of.
From years rebuilding autos of various makes: absolutely nobody cuts their own custom screws. Don't worry, a cheap replacement is out there.
From years rebuilding autos of various makes: absolutely nobody cuts their own custom screws. Don't worry, a cheap replacement is out there.
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