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Brake fluid, What to use? |
EJP914 |
Mar 3 2021, 01:05 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 260 Joined: 14-June 03 From: Monroeville, PA Member No.: 821 |
I am in the process of replacing all of my brake calipers and hoses on '73 1.7 that has been sitting for about 15 years.. From notes that I got from the previous owner says he changed to silicone brake fluid (many years ago). Fluid in the reservoir is kind of purple in color so I'm guessing its DOT 5 type.
Before I start pulling this fluid thru the new calipers, any reasons why I shouldn't just stay with DOT 5 fluid? Any downside to using DOT 5 in these cars? Thanks for the comments EJP914 |
Root_Werks |
Mar 3 2021, 06:21 PM
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Village Idiot Group: Members Posts: 8,337 Joined: 25-May 04 From: About 5NM from Canada Member No.: 2,105 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
If it's a street car, what's wrong with DOT3 you can get from the local parts store? If I'm not mistaken, brake fluid is hydroscopic and should be flushed every year anyway.
I only buy the smallest little plastic bottles I can. Once you crack the seal, the clock starts to tick. Do I actually flush fluid on all my cars every year. Yup, wife is the pedal pusher. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
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