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Re: Silicon Brake fluid ?

To: Chris Reilly <roadster@prodigy.net>
Subject: Re: Silicon Brake fluid ?
From: "Martin A. Secrest" <msecrest@erols.com>
Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 17:33:36 -0500
Cc: triumphs@autox.team.net
References: <38B53C82.12EDDA2D@prodigy.net>
Nomex Suit On:

And don't believe all that malarky (sp?  hey -- I can spell GAUGE) about
needing to renewing all your hydraulics to convert from DOT 3 or 4.  Drain
system.  Remove fluid from MCs.  Pump through at least a pint of silicone
all around, refill and bleed.  My brakes did feel a touch mushier when I
did this on my GT 3 years ago, but the difference is barely noticeable.  If
you upgrade to braided hoses it'll probably be a wash.

--
Martin Secrest
GT6, TR6

Chris Reilly wrote:

> All;
>
> I am new to the list and have a question on the use of silicon brake
> fluid with my '78 Spitfire.  I have gone through 2 master cylinders and
> they invariably leak a bit over time.  I would like to convert to the
> silicon fluid to save my paint.  Anyone try this or have any feedback I
> would appreciate it!
>
> Chris in Utah
> '78 Spitfire


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