Hi,
The idea that you were unable to tighten the new ones tells me it was the wrong size. I'm questioning if the threads in the caliper were damaged and the original bleeder isn't fully seating/tightening.
As far as the length, no, that wouldn't cause a problem. The part is designed to bottom out when installed, so if it is slightly longer, it would simply stick out a bit more.
What I would suggest is this. Take one of the original bleeders with you to the parts store and have them provide a match. Once they do that, see if it will stop the leak. I can't imagine that the new ones damaged it internally, but anything is possible.
If they can't match it, purchase a replacement caliper and remove the bleeder and try it on your caliper to see if that works. If it doesn't, then replace the caliper. If it does, then you need to see what you can do to find the correct bleeder.
Let me know if that helps or if I can help in any way.
Take care,
Joe
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Saturday, July 1st, 2023 AT 10:15 PM