I finally got to replace my brake fluid today, even if I did not have a bleedin buddy.

I used a big ass syringe from the pharmacy (60cc), and a piece of clear plastic tubing (about two feet). This tubing size is usually used for aquarium aeration. I plugged the tube into the syringe, and into the bleeder. You might have to heat up the end to get it on the bleeder. I then pulled the plunger, and backed up the bleeder screw. Make sure you maintain constant vacuum in the line, and all will go smoothly. I pulled over 500ml of black fluid from the 4 lines, replenishing the master cylinder reservoir every two syringes.

Fast, easy, and much cheaper than a vacuum brake bleeder. Plus you don't get any fluid on your painted calipers

Heheh.. That's a cool trick! I'll have to go snoopin around the drug store looking for syringes.

Be prepared for the dirty look when you ask for their biggest syringe...

Wow love your idea of using a big sucker. you deserve a 5 star for sharing your tips.

Haha! If I asked for a syringe that big around here in LA, they'd ask to see my arms! Maybe I should go in all twitchin and studdering and stuff....