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Old 08-14-2013, 12:17 PM
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Can I use DOT5 for brakes and clutch?!

On cap for clutch reservoir I have find DOT4 and DOT3 on brake cap reservoir, can I use DOT5 for both?
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Originally Posted by A448PO
Hi.

Can I use DOT5 for brakes and clutch?!

On cap for clutch reservoir I have find DOT4 and DOT3 on brake cap reservoir, can I use DOT5 for both?
Not a good idea as DOT 5 is silicone based and has a tendency to get air bubbles in it i.e it aerates.

Go with a good DOT 4 fluid, I put ATE blue fluid in mine for brakes and clutch. Also put in "Speed Bleeders" at the same time.
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Not a good idea as DOT 5 is silicone based and has a tendency to get air bubbles in it i.e it aerates.

Go with a good DOT 4 fluid, I put ATE blue fluid in mine for brakes and clutch. Also put in "Speed Bleeders" at the same time.
Thank you

What mean speed bleeders?
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Speed bleeders allow one person to bleed the brakes without getting air in the line.

See www.speedbleeder.com

Note there are 2 bleeders per wheel on a ZR1 or Z06.

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