DOT 3 or DOT 4?

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jphoenix
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DOT 3 or DOT 4?

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My new to me FV has Girling masters and I've disassembled the brake system, now it's time to refill and bleed and have no clue what type fluid is suitable. DOT 3, or DOT 4 or can I use my vast supply of ATE blue?

Thanks.
Jim Phoenix
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Re: DOT 3 or DOT 4?

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Jim,
FWIW, I use Valvoline Synthetic DOT4.
http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/webapp ... 7AodqXYAag

Never had a problem (related to brake fluid :lol: )
Steve, FV80
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Re: DOT 3 or DOT 4?

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Thanks Steve!
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Re: DOT 3 or DOT 4?

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Be sure to purge all non-synthetic from system prior to adding new stuff. Just a precaution.
The above post is for reference only and your results may vary. This post is not intended to reflect the views or opinions of SCCA and should not be considered an analysis or opinion of the rules written in the GCR.
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Re: DOT 3 or DOT 4?

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Ok, thanks Brian.
Jim Phoenix
2016 Red Mercury FV 44
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