> Ron Olds writes:
> >
> > Is there a way to tell what type of brake fluid is in your car(dot 3 or
> > silicone)? I don't know what type the dpo might have used in the car, I
> > know the brake system was completely redone. I don't want to start the old
> > thread about which is type better, only find out what type I have.
>
> On the karting list they said to take some out and mix it
> with water. Dot 3 should fully disolve, silicon won't.
> Haven't done this myself, but can experiment tonight, if I remember.
>
Why not try mixing it with DOT 3. If the two obviously don't mix,
you've got silicone. Just to be on the safe side, I would try it
both ways.
Peter Schauss, Long Island, NY
ps4330@okc01.jccbi.gov
schauss@worldnet.att.net
1963 BJ7
1980 MGB
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