[Z06] GM clutch fluid
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Le Mans Master
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GM clutch fluid
I went to my local dealer and they did not have any of the GM clutch fluid in stock. They told me that they would have to order an entire case even if I just wanted one 16oz bottle. They will sell just one bottle and they quoted me $16.50 for a 16oz bottle. They said that they would search the other dealers in my area to see if anyone has a case in stock. My local dealer said he could have another dealer ship a bottle to him.
Pepboys has a 12oz bottle of Valvoline synthetic Dot 3/Dot 4 brake fluid sitting on the shelf for $2.50.
Not sure which to use. Some people see to think that the GM fluid should be used.
:confused:
Pepboys has a 12oz bottle of Valvoline synthetic Dot 3/Dot 4 brake fluid sitting on the shelf for $2.50.
Not sure which to use. Some people see to think that the GM fluid should be used.
:confused:
Racer
Joined: Mar 2002
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From: belvidere NJ
Re: GM clutch fluid (rbartick)
I had the same situation. Hard to belive that a GM dealership can't stock a few bottles of cluch fluid. I made a few calls and found a dealership about 25 miles away that had some. I took the ride because I did'n't want to wait and purchased 4 bottles,so I have my own stock. I wanted to stick with the GM fluid because of the lubricant in it which helps reduce noise. :chevy
Melting Slicks
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From: Ponte Vedra Beach FL
Re: GM clutch fluid (fort94z)
When I drained my clutch hydraulics in my 2000 FRC of all stock fluid and installed Castrol LMA, I did indeed get a little squeak when depressing the clutch. Minor and very low volume.....but it sure did squeak every time I pushed the clutch. It was annoying enough that I wished I had used GM fluid.
Perhaps a little research into non-GM fluids that meet their spec or have the "lubricant" in it is in order. There's gotta be an aftermarket fluid that works without the squeak.
Perhaps a little research into non-GM fluids that meet their spec or have the "lubricant" in it is in order. There's gotta be an aftermarket fluid that works without the squeak.
Heel & Toe
Joined: Sep 2002
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From: Elk Grove CA
Re: GM clutch fluid (rbartick)
I went to my local dealer friday and they too did not have any. They did however pick some up for me from another dealer and had it for me monday afternoon. It was $9.90 for a 16oz bottle.
Le Mans Master
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From: Corpus Christi TX
Re: GM clutch fluid (rbartick)
I had a Ford dealership within 3 miles of my place, so I stopped by there and picked up the Motorcraft DOT3 fluid. I've been using it for around 2 weeks now and have had no squeak issues.
Not sure if the Ford stuff includes a lubricant, but I do know it only costs $3.85 for a 16 ounce bottle :yesnod:
Not sure if the Ford stuff includes a lubricant, but I do know it only costs $3.85 for a 16 ounce bottle :yesnod:
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2000
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From: Prescott Valley, AZ
Re: GM clutch fluid (VNAMVET)
part # is 12345347. Just got some at the dealer. Stupidly expense. 1 pint was $14.70 plus tax. At that price, I'm going to keep adding to the resevoir until I use it all.
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Drifting
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From: America
Re: GM clutch fluid (mmorse)
mmorse,
adding to the resevoir??.......why would you do that, unless you were emptying it first??
Won't help you, unless you suck out the old, and refill with fresh........... :confused:
adding to the resevoir??.......why would you do that, unless you were emptying it first??
Won't help you, unless you suck out the old, and refill with fresh........... :confused:
Drifting
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Re: GM clutch fluid (mmorse)
Bought some yesterday at Criswell Chev. for $8.32 including tax.
It is slightly different than brake fluid in that it has something in it that is "ant-squeak". No BS. I have no idea what they are talking about.
It did take about 20 minutes to get. The parts guy had to go find the Corvette mechanic to find out what I was talking about.
It is slightly different than brake fluid in that it has something in it that is "ant-squeak". No BS. I have no idea what they are talking about.
It did take about 20 minutes to get. The parts guy had to go find the Corvette mechanic to find out what I was talking about.
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Le Mans Master
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Re: GM clutch fluid
It was $9.90 for a 16oz bottle.
Bought some yesterday at Criswell Chev. for $8.32 including tax.
I guess that is why I did not buy the car there.
I am going to show them this posting.
Drifting
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From: Jacksonville Florida
Re: GM clutch fluid (rbartick)
I run the Valvoline Synthetic - it exceeds all DOT 3 and 4 specs, has a higher wet and dry boiling point, and mixes with all stock fluids. I replace the resevoir fluid before and after track time and about once a month other than that. It stays nice and clean, no "squeaks", and last Sunday I made 25 passes down the 1/4 mile without a whimper from the clutch.
Les
Les
