If you do decide to go with silicone, the big obstacle is that it is in no
way compatible with conventional brake fluid. You would need to remove all
trace of the old stuff from your brake (and clutch) system and replace all
the rubber bits.
That's a big job, so probably not an option, unless you're completely
renewing your brake and clutch systems anyway.
Silicone fluid is also expensive.
On the positive side, I understand silicone doesn't absorb moisture so once
you've changed over, you shouldn't need to touch the hydraulic bits for a
long, long time. Because conventional brake fluid absorbs moisture, it's
supposed to be renewed regularly. I wonder how many of us do......?
Russ
----- Original Message -----
From: "Steven Hart" <steven@hartfamily.clara.co.uk>
To: <alpines@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, April 14, 2003 4:16 AM
Subject: Rapier Brake Fluid
> Does anyone know what is the correct brake fluid to use for a 1963 Rapier
> IIIA. I have bought standard DOT4 brake and clutch hydraulic fluid but I
> don't want to put it in until I know its the right stuff. What about this
> silicone stuff I keep hearing about?
>
>
> Kind Regards,
>
> Steven Hart (In the UK!)
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