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Old 23-04-2007, 12:00 PM
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what DOT brake fluid will i need to get, im running bigger brakes only at the front and goodridge hoses. and how much will i need as i have no fluid in the system at the mo?
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5.1
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What do you use your car for ?
Old 23-04-2007, 05:09 PM
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got SRF in mine with no probs, had 4.1 in there before that
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only use the car for everyday driving.
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5.1 will be fine

Some DOT4's would be better but not as easily obtainable off the shelf.

1.5 to 2l should be plenty to flush, bleed and fill the system
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