FWIW, rebuilt the clutch m/cyl a couple years ago. Used DOT 3 or 4
(don't remember) and the piston would would randomly stick in the cyl.
Topped of with silicone fluid and no problems since. Go figger.
Btp44@aol.com wrote:
>Ken-I am not sure if the darkening of the brake fluid is caused by the seals
>wearing or alumininum. My own experience with silicone fluid has been very
>positive. One car had the same fluid for 10 years without any problems. The
>water
>absorbing properties of glyclol fluid will cause corrosion problems for cars
>that are driven infrequently. As Paul, mentioned, the article on the Buckeye
>site is excellent and debunks many of the myths about silicone fluid. However,
>I believe that the clutch master cylinder is made of aluminum and the slave
>cylinder is cast iron.
>Berry Price 71 TR6
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