>List Members:
>I have an M1008 CUCV, which had been in service by a local government
>after release from the military. The master cylinder fill cap
>specifies DOT 5 (silicone) fluid. However, I don't know whether the
>previous owner continued the military's use of silicone fluid or
>replaced it with DOT 3. I don't want to mess things up if I add the
>wrong fluid. Question - is there a simple smell, taste, feel, or
>"litmus" test to verify what fluid is in the system, short of a chemical
>analysis?
>Thanks in advance.
>Joe
>
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DOT 5 should be purplish in color, It IS hygroscopic, though it will
not absorb as much water as DOT 3 or DOT 4.
Best bet is take a sample to a local repair shop and have them check
it.
Scott McClenning
Bridgestone/Firestone Inc.
District Technical Trainer
pager (860)279-3479
E-mail cardoc@home.com
ICQ# 36813803
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