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Thanks for all the input - great site! I've had no issues with DOT5, but if I'm supposed to change either kind of fluid every few years, I wonder if it's worth the extra cost to keep using DOT5. Sounds like performance and reliability are about the same, so other than being easier on paint...

My entire brake system was new so it seemed like the time to try DOT5... it's not hard on paint if you have a spill, and supposed to be more resistant to taking on moisture and rust. It's been used on cycles and aircraft for years so my friend and I thought we'd try it. I've heard of other...

Hi all, I've been running DOT-5 brake fluid in my '69 cuda for a few years without issue ('73 style front discs, rear drums) , but a mechanic friend recently warned me that it's not OK to run synthetic fluid with components that were designed for older style fluids. Has anyone else heard this...