Hello TMers
Just been watching a episode of 'Shed Racing' and Ivan and Suzie have been repairing/replacing the brakes on a 1960s Ferrari. One of the jobs i will be doing very soon is replacing the brake fluid in the MOG. But during the Winter i will strip down the front brakes for a good clean up. In the comments page of the video someone has stated that he uses a DOT 5 brake fluid. As it is a silicone based, it doesn't absorb water. Has anyone in TM world used this? About 5 years ago i read in Practical Classic magazine about this DOT 5 that they recommend using this (I think), alas i have lost the magazine!
Your thoughts and comments are greatly received.
Regards
DaveK, I recommend sticking to Dot4, bleeding the brakes every 2 to 3 years, and paying close attention to the rear cylinders, as they are prone to corrosion due to being factory-fitted with no packing grease. It's a job I had to do on my 2011 4/4.
