DOT 5.1

richard-7

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• Sep 30, 2017

• #1

Who's using DOT 5.1 for brake and clutch? I'm replacing my fluid so got 5.1 as an upgrade.

 

TonyA

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• Sep 30, 2017

• #2

Hi Richard , Does that replace DOT 3 and 4 ?

 

richard-7

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• Sep 30, 2017

• #3

Definitely 4

 

BPHORSEGUY

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• Oct 1, 2017

• #4

If you do a swap like that you must flush the entire system. I will bet money you were already doing that Richard, you are a very thorough guy!

 

richard-7

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• Oct 1, 2017

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I of course will but they can be mixed according to google. Although, if you do mix, you will only have a product as good as 4 and not 5.1

Thanks for the heads up for those that may not know.

 

comet

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• Oct 1, 2017

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I found this link useful in explaining the difference between the DOTs

http://www.stoptech.com/technical-support/technical-white-papers/brake-fluid

The one to avoid is DOT 5, unless you have a Harley Davidson.....

 

BritTwit

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• Oct 1, 2017

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Great information.
Thanks comet