Hydraulic clutch problems?

[craig]

Hi all, I have a problem with my hydraulic clutch which i thought was a leaking slave cylinder so I bought a new one but this has not solved the issue!

When I push the pedal to blead the system (bleed pipe on the other end going into container full of fluid) the master level drops as it should and clutch fluid comes out the other end as it should.

I have put through approx 3 litres with no air coming out what so ever but the pedal remains limp and will not work the clutch.

I have double checked the 3 connections with no leaks and am at a loss as to the problem?

Does it matter in which position the clutch control arm is when bleeding?

The clutch was working before engine came out and has only covered 20k but the control arm can be moved anyway manually.

Has anyone got any ideas as to the problem or am I doing something wrong?

Cheers
Craig