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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 06:17 PM
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And I need to know the Recommended brake fluid. I'd also love some opinions on Brake Pads.

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PS I think I found some great wheels so my baby is heading back towards the road
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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 07:58 PM
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I use Valvoline Synpower DOT 3 + DOT 4 in both my Vettes. It has a higher boiling point and absorbs less water than regular DOT 3

for low dust brake pads... AC/Delco Durastop ceramics.
They are cheaper delivered via Fred Beans than local dealer prices.
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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 08:01 PM
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Just an FYI.....you can order an owners manual and I think Fred Beans has them. I also see them occassionally on the Parts F/S Forum for various years.
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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 08:31 PM
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The cap on your master cylinder reservoir should also show the brake fluid type that was installed in your car at the factory.

You can also get a free electronic version of the owner's manual for your specific model year by going to MyGMLink.com and registering your car. Registration just takes a few minutes. Then you can access your year's owner's manual on-line or down-load it to your computer's hard drive.

HTH and good luck with the brakes.
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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 08:36 PM
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everyone else hit the meat & potatoes so to speak. i'll only chime in with the manuals are out on ebay as well. good reading!!! bub
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The Owner Manuals are FREE through download at Fred Bean's site. No registration required.

http://www.trademotion.com/splash/in...?siteid=214152

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Originally Posted by Byfaithman
And I need to know the Recommended brake fluid. I'd also love some opinions on Brake Pads.

Thanks

PS I think I found some great wheels so my baby is heading back towards the road
Go to this link, they have every owner's manual from 97-04 in .pdf format.
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...ad.php?t=72324
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I just gotta keep on saying this is the most awesome forum on the planet.

Many grateful thanks to all of youse
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