I would recommend checking out the GoMoG.com web site. There are several
good write-ups in the technical articles section on the use of silicone
brake fluid.
Cheers and happy holidays,
Phil Roettjer
67 Morgan +4
67 MGB
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Carl McLelland [SMTP:carlmcle@saturnnet.com]
> Sent: Friday, December 24, 1999 1:08 PM
> To: Vintage list; Alpine list
> Subject: Synthetic Brake Fluid
>
> Listers,
> It was my desire to use ATE Blue Racing brake fluid in my Series 1 Alpine,
> having used it in the Porsches over the years without problems. I have
> been
> told however, that the Girling seals in our brakes are natural rubber and
> not neoprene, thus in time they will lose their elasticity as the (non
> mineral based) fluid slowly dissolves the rubber.
>
> The ATE fluid container states it is compatible with DOT3 and DOT4 brake
> fluid, as well as other synthetics.
>
> Rick at SS has told me that the caliper seals should not have a problem
> but
> he is unsure about the wheel cylinder seals.
>
> Not desiring to reinvent the wheel, and especially not wanting to be the
> first person to the scene of the crash, does anyone have experience with
> this; what is the recommendation for brake fluid; and what are YOU USING?
>
> Thanks to all, and a Safe, Merry Christmas!!
> Carl (#47, CarLynne Racing)
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