RE: {Chrysler 300} DOT 3, 4, 4 LMA, 5 or 5.1 Brake Fluid

[dplotkin <dplotkin@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Jim,  any time I have a brake system apart for major repair I convert it to DOT 5. This is the way to go for any car that sees occasional use.  

Of 9 the 300-F, 61 Savoy and a 65 Corvette are on DOT 5. The Corvette since 2012 the Savoy since 2007. All 3 systems brand new inside. Never a leak never a problem. 

DOT 5 requires careful,  patient bleeding and pouring from a carefully handled non agitated container.  Otherwise no better stopping juice for our big old largely stationary cars. 

Dan

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From: Jim Birr <jebirr@xxxxxxxxx>

Date: 12/14/23 9:48 PM (GMT-05:00)

To: Chrysler 300 Club International <chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>

Subject: {Chrysler 300} DOT 3, 4, 4 LMA, 5 or 5.1 Brake Fluid

I've read some of the posts on brake fluid on this listserver, done online research and talked to a number of people over the years about brake fluid.

My ongoing 60 300-F restoration has ALL new brake parts (master, cylinder, lines, hoses, etc.) so don't have to worry about flushing.  Getting time for me to make a decision.

To me it boils down to (pun intended) to DOT 4 LMA or DOT 5.  I don't think our old Chryslers really need to worry about boiling temps so its more about moisture accumulation, compatibility with rubber parts and perhaps compressibility.   

So... curious what everyone is using (including brands if so inclined) and general thoughts.  

Let the games begin :)

Jim

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