A quick correctioin, John. Silicone is DOT 5. Standard is DOT 3. DOT 4 is a higher temp standard, like Castrol. --Larry

a_colo_native wrote:

> While at Celina, I think it was Dave the Wave told me he used
synthetic brake fluid. I am doing rebuild on my brakes. Does
anyone else have experience with synthetic? Help me to treat amphi
to the best.

I use DOT3 and love it so far. If you are not using new parts, flush
the system with alcohol a couple of times before refilling with
DOT3. The brakes will feel just slightly softer. So far I have yet
to have any problems with it in almost 4 years (5800+ miles, 275+
hours in the water) I
reccomend a bi-yearly flush to avoid the micro-
pits from any trapped water. The other downside is it does cost more
that DOT5, but it is less than touching up the paint after a spill.

It will not damage paint, but it will create problems if it is on
the surface when applying new paint. Just be sure to properly wipe
down the surface correctly and all will be fine.

In the end DO the research and go with what feels better for you.
This is always an ongoing argument. "Tastes GREAT! .... Less
filling!..."

John "Gimme a brake" Bevins
Rocky Mountain Amphicar

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