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Old 01-17-2017, 07:40 PM
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I'm rebuilding front calipers that were filled with DOT 5 brake fluid.
What is your recommendation for a solvent to clean these parts.
Thank you.

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Originally Posted by 65tripleblack
I'm rebuilding front calipers that were filled with DOT 5 brake fluid.
What is your recommendation for a solvent to clean these parts.
Thank you.
Dow Corning® DS-1000 Aqueous
Silicone Cleaner

Effectively emulsifies silicone oils, greases and uncured silicone elastomers
Effective degreaser in a wide range of manufacturing or processing applications
Complies with EU detergent regulation on biodegradability of surfactants

Think it only comes in large amounts (1000 ML drum) or a small sample.

Better off with the below:

http://www.valco-cp.com/solvent200.htm

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Originally Posted by 65tripleblack
I'm rebuilding front calipers that were filled with DOT 5 brake fluid.
What is your recommendation for a solvent to clean these parts.
Thank you.
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) Solvent‎ you can buy at Home Depot. Read the warning and how to use. Does not leave a residue. wear gloves and respirator

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Originally Posted by cblankin
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) Solvent‎ you can buy at Home Depot. Read the warning and how to use. Does not leave a residue. wear gloves and respirator
According to this list, you are correct, but also "industrial" gasoline, kerosene, mineral spirits, and several other available solvents will dissolve silicone:

http://www.clearcoproducts.com/pdf/l...olubility1.pdf

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