Just to weigh in with my two cents. I'm no expert in braking systems,
but Castrol GT LMA fluid has always worked wonderfully in my LBCs over
the years. It's DOT 3 and DOT 4 compatible, so you should have no
problems. I've heard similar reports from listmembers here and on other
car/motorcycle lists. YMMV.
Andy
Mike Hartwig wrote:
>
> >I have purchased new pads and shoes and springs etc. from Vic Brit as
> >part of their brake kit for $70. I also bought new rotors for the
> front
> >brakes and I have new DOT 3 brake fluid.
> >I know some people suggest DOT 4 or silicone brake fluid but I think
> I
> >will stick with what the owner's manual calls for.
>
> Erik, can't say if this is absolutely true, but what was considered
> DOT 3 back in the day, is now considered DOT4 brake fluid. I use the
> silicone fluid in my car, mainly to avert the potential of spillage
> and rust. It works fine, but does add sponge to the pedal. I figure,
> if I'm going too fast for silicone fluid, then the MGB is definately
> going too fast anyway.
>
> Don't take the owner's manual as gospel. You can put in other
> viscosity engine oils into your engine, and you can certainly upgrade
> to the DOT4 brake fluid, and some things have changed, since the
> manual was written.
>
> Jay
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