[Z06] Clutch Fluid ?
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Ranger - thanks for the help with the clutch fluid issue. I stopped at my Chevrolet dealer's parts department, and they had not heard of the "Super DOT4" and listed the DOT 3 fluid for clutches. I just saw the post that P/N 889588860 is what to ask for - do you agree? Is the Prestone synthetic acceptable also in my 2000? Thanks again, John
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Ranger - thanks for the help with the clutch fluid issue. I stopped at my Chevrolet dealer's parts department, and they had not heard of the "Super DOT4" and listed the DOT 3 fluid for clutches. I just saw the post that P/N 889588860 is what to ask for - do you agree? Is the Prestone synthetic acceptable also in my 2000? Thanks again, John
I use Prestone DOT4 Synthetic in my C6 Z06 now. Happy with the results. Widely available. Cost $2.40 for a 12 ounce can.
Both those fluids have the same dry boiling point of 500F. I change my clutch fluid often enough that wet boiling point never becomes relevant. But FYI GM-brand in 338F and Prestone is 311F.
There are many good alternative fluids.
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Yes, the GM-brand Super DOT4 (Part No. 88958860) is specified for all Corvette clutch. I've used it and was happy with the results. Just not stocked by most dealers; can be ordered. Cost about $8 per 8 ounce can.
I use Prestone DOT4 Synthetic in my C6 Z06 now. Happy with the results. Widely available. Cost $2.40 for a 12 ounce can.
Both those fluids have the same dry boiling point of 500F. I change my clutch fluid often enough that wet boiling point never becomes relevant. But FYI GM-brand in 338F and Prestone is 311F.
There are many good alternative fluids.
Ranger
I use Prestone DOT4 Synthetic in my C6 Z06 now. Happy with the results. Widely available. Cost $2.40 for a 12 ounce can.
Both those fluids have the same dry boiling point of 500F. I change my clutch fluid often enough that wet boiling point never becomes relevant. But FYI GM-brand in 338F and Prestone is 311F.
There are many good alternative fluids.
Ranger
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