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**Palf70Step** · 08-09-2023, 05:52 PM

DOT 5.1 is compatible to DOT 3 and will not cause issues if mixed. DOT 5.0 is the odd ball one as far as brake fluid is concerned. It is good, but you do need to have the old system cleaned/Flushed out to not have the chance of issues.

08-09-2023, 05:52 PM	#9
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,725	Re: Correct brake fluid DOT 5.1 is compatible to DOT 3 and will not cause issues if mixed. DOT 5.0 is the odd ball one as far as brake fluid is concerned. It is good, but you do need to have the old system cleaned/Flushed out to not have the chance of issues. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!