Research that I have done showed that EP (ethelyn propylene) (sp) is
compatible with traditional brake fluid as well as silicone. I too have
silicone in
my '6 for several years without any leaks.
Sam and Carol Clark
Green Country Triumphs
TS45355L O
CC82030U O
Cell: 918-625-6798
In a message dated 6/8/2008 11:15:39 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
6pack-request@autox.team.net writes:
>
MTRsix71@aol.com wrote:
> Dave,
> According to a chemical compatibility chart I have, Silicone Oil
> (DOT5) is has excellent compatibility with the following plastics:
> Polyethylene
> Polypropylene
> Polysulfone
> Polyurethane
> And also excellent compatibility with the following elastomer: FKM or
> more commonly known as Viton.
>
> I believe I used Danco brand #36 o-rings from Home Depot. These are
> either polyethylene or polypropylene.
>
> I have had DOT5 in my car for over three years and no leaks or
> problems. I had replaced all the hoses, seals, rear wheel cylinders,
> and brake master cylinder as well as the same time.
>
> Cheers!
> Michael
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