Synthetic brake fluid?

[ben_r1]

Can we use synthetic brake fluid in the 197???

I read somewhere that synthetic fluid doesnt lubricate the abs pump so its not suited to modern cars.

Thinking of using this:

http://www.k-tecracing.com/show_product.asp?id=2948

But dont want to damage the braking system.

 

[richandgem]

never heard that before, I was under the impression all modern brake fluids are synthetic. I use synthetic in both our Clio's

 

[liquid_D]

your getting mixed up with Silicone i guess

 

[liquid_D]

ps I just use AP Racing Formula DOT 5.1

it's a fiver and that means you can replace it 3 times more often.

 

[richandgem]

ps I just use AP Racing Formula DOT 5.1

it's a fiver and that means you can replace it 3 times more often.

lol I know they recommend you changing 5.1 slightly sooner than 4.1 but not that often

 

[ben_r1]

ps I just use AP Racing Formula DOT 5.1

it's a fiver and that means you can replace it 3 times more often.

Yes but 5.1 has to be changed every 6 months, pain in the arse!!!

I think i'll give it a go then, if other ppl use it with no issues thats cool.

 

[richandgem]

DOT 5.1 does not have to be changed every 6 months

 

[liquid_D]

every 2 years more like

Have no idea where you get the idea it needs changing more often.

But if you do track days you may as well buy the AP 5.1 and change after every 4 at a fiver a go.

Dot 4 is more hygroscopic if any thing.

no such thing as 4.1

or if you just want the best buy Castrol SRF which is in a class of it's own but is £50 a go

 

[richandgem]

sorry, your right theres not such thing as 4.1, but you know what I mean lol

Dot 4 does absorb slightly more water than 5.1, making it better for your lines but not from a boiling point of view.