Just won't let it go will ya ;-)
Larry
At this exact moment in time 2/24/00 12:23 PM, Ajhsys@aol.com made the
profound statement:
>More on DOT 5 fluids in this post from a Mustang SVT page.
>
>http://olympiakos.com/svt-faq/node19.html
>
>Apparently this guy races and has some experience. Since racers usually
>change their brake fluid before each race, longevity of DOT 4 isn't an issue.
>
>One last thing, if you have another car with ABS, do not use DOT 5 silicone
>brake fluid in it. It does not contain the lubricants needed by the
>hydraulic pump, and it holds air bubbles really well, which can be caused by
>the pump when the ABS kicks in. Air in your brake lines is not good.
>
>Allen Hefner
>SCCA Philly Region Rally Steward
>'77 Midget
>'92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
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