What brake fluid do you recommand? - Zilvia.net Forums | Nissan 240SX (Silvia) and Z (Fairlady) Car Forum

upSLIDEdown · 08-18-2005, 08:01 PM

Yes, DOT 3, 4, and 5.1 are all compatible, but DOT 5 is NOT! DOT 5 is silicone as mentioned and doesn't not work in a system that has had DOT # or DOT 4. Only way to use DOT 5 is in a brand new system. The other downside to DOT 5 is like posted above, it doesn't absorb water so the water pools in the low spots and can rust out the lines. On a street car, use DOT 3,4,or 5.1. Personally, I'm using Ate Super Blue. From what I've found, it's the most streetable high performance brake fluid.

Bryan

08-18-2005, 08:01 PM	#1
upSLIDEdown Nissanaholic! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: VA.. And for those that keep PMing me asking what kit I have, it's Origin Stream. Posts: 1,730 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Yes, DOT 3, 4, and 5.1 are all compatible, but DOT 5 is NOT! DOT 5 is silicone as mentioned and doesn't not work in a system that has had DOT # or DOT 4. Only way to use DOT 5 is in a brand new system. The other downside to DOT 5 is like posted above, it doesn't absorb water so the water pools in the low spots and can rust out the lines. On a street car, use DOT 3,4,or 5.1. Personally, I'm using Ate Super Blue. From what I've found, it's the most streetable high performance brake fluid. Bryan __________________

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