Brake Fluid ??

drivergo2
drivergo2 Expert Adviser
edited October 2013 in HUDSON
What type of brake fluid is used in a 52 hornet. Thanks JOHN

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  • Chris Smith
    Chris Smith Expert Adviser
    DOT 3 works fine. If you are rebuilding or replacing the brake hydraulic system, consider DOT 5 silicone fluid for system longevity especially if the car sits idle for long periods of time.
  • mdwhit
    mdwhit Expert Adviser
    If you Google silicone brake fluid, you will find many discussions on the pros and cons of using it. I have pasted 3 ClassicCar.com links below. For me, the best argument comes from the first comment by hudsonguy, which is in the first link.
    Michael
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    edited October 2013
    Just go with DOT 3. Some people have no problems with DOT 5, but seems like just as many, including me, have had big problems with leaks with it, even with brand new hardware. If it's a driver, use DOT 3. It's a proven fluid. If it's going to sit, you might want to consider DOT 5.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    I use dot 5 and I have 142,000 on my brake system and the only problem is after 3 years I have to replace the stop light switch. Walt.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    The very same DOT 5 has been in my Hornet since 1981, no leaks, none added, still works fin. It was put in a totally cleaned system. I think that is the secret . RD
  • 50C8DAN
    50C8DAN Senior Contributor
    edited October 2013
    Put me down for DOT 5. Unfortunately there are a lot of myths for and against DOT5 and most of them are bunk. The only time that DOT5 is not a good choice is if you are using it in a race car, as it has a lower boiling point.
  • PAULARGETYPE
    PAULARGETYPE Senior Contributor
    I TO ONLY USE DOT 5 IT'S BEEN IN MY 57 25 YEARS WHEN I TOOK THINGS APART LAST YEAR TO DO BRAKES ON THE FRONT I JUST HAD TO CHECK HOW THE WHEEL CYL'S WERE HOLDING UP THE FULID WAS AS CLEAN AS THE DAY I INSTALLED WAY BACK WHEN SO IN MY MIND THERE IS NOTHING MORE TO SAY !!! NO GUNK NOT JUNK
  • Park_W
    Park_W Senior Contributor
    I like the Dot 5 except for the leaks issue. It's real, though many folks don't have the problem.
  • 53jetman
    53jetman Senior Contributor
    I, like Paul have been using DOT 5, in my case over 30 years with no problems at all. The Super Jet still has the factory original brake light switch riding along on the back side of the M/C. But like others have stated herein, the system in the Super Jet was completely new - lines. hoses, wheel cylinders & Master Cylinder.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    edited October 2013
    I guess I stand corrected on DOT 5. These people sell a DOT 5 compatible brake light switch. Have had one on my Hornet for 7 years. Gone through a couple of new masters, and a new wheel cylinder, but the brake switch has worked fine. http://www.ronfrancis.com/products.asp?dept=28
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