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Old Sep 1, 2003 | 07:40 AM
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Lightbulb Silicone Brake fluid

I'm thinking of switching to silicone brake fluid, anybody know if this is this possible without changing the lines and master cylinder? Right now I'm bleeding after every 20 min run!
Old Sep 1, 2003 | 07:50 AM
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I ran silicone in a car( not a race car) it is slightly compressable so the car feels like it needs the brakes bled all the time. its only real benifit is that it does not suck up water. I would not use it in a race car where brakes need to be 100% all the time
Old Sep 1, 2003 | 10:38 AM
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Most car manufacturers say that silicone fluid in not compatible with their ABS systems. I saw it screw up the whole braking system on a new Volvo once, and it had been installed at the dealership, on customer request. It kept squeezing past seals in the master cylinder and ABS pack.

Bob
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