On Mon, 20 Jul 1998, Rodney Orr wrote:
> I have no experience myself, but it's been reported here that DOT5 will
> cause the inner rubber linings of the brake hoses to swell internally and
> not allow the fluid to flow back from the brakes. Sounds like your
> symptoms are similar.
Here's a guess- DOT5 does not absorb water like DOT4 and DOT3-- so if you
have moisture in the lines, then it all collectes in a big "puddle" at
one point in the line. If the water boils, the system would be
pressurized-- and if it can't be releived, then wouldn't the brakes seize
on?
Before doing anything expensive, bleed the brakes.
-Malcolm
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