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Andy · 07-12-2019, 02:23 PM

It is really hard to use the Dot 5 fluid. It is exteamly susceptible to retain air bubbles. You can't just pore the fluid in the MC. Everything must be done slow. I would flush it out and go to Dot 3 or 4. The stuff also is extreamly susceptible to leaking.
The early Ford 1/4" lines are also a problem. I would change to 3/16" The larger lines have reduced flow velocity when bleeding so it is harder to get the air out.

07-12-2019, 02:23 PM	#2
Andy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Kerrville, Tx Posts: 2,770	Re: Brakes It is really hard to use the Dot 5 fluid. It is exteamly susceptible to retain air bubbles. You can't just pore the fluid in the MC. Everything must be done slow. I would flush it out and go to Dot 3 or 4. The stuff also is extreamly susceptible to leaking. The early Ford 1/4" lines are also a problem. I would change to 3/16" The larger lines have reduced flow velocity when bleeding so it is harder to get the air out.