Jun 16, 2003 · 02 Vert with 7500 miles. I happened to take the cap off the brake fluid reservior and look inside. I've never seen this before, but the fluid was "cloudy" and appeared having something "floating" in it. Like I said, I have never seen cloudy brake fluid before. It's not discolored, through the tank it still has that light amber color of new ...

Sep 27, 2009 · C6 Tech/Performance - C6 W/ Cloudy Brake/Clutch Fluid - May seem like kind of a dumb question... but what causes a 2005 C6 Corvette with 12,000 miles to get cloudy brake/clutch fluid? I just bought this vehicle a couple of months ago and the oil hasn't been changed since February of 2008...

Jan 13, 2025 · If I saw any cloudy brake fluid I would flush it all out right away. It sounds like your brake fluid might not have been changed in awhile. I would flush it first and then fill it and bleed the system. The Phoenix reverse bleeding system makes bleeding the brakes a one-person job. I have 2 Corvettes to flush when it starts to warm up.

Dec 12, 2024 · 2. Castrol SRF Racing Brake Fluid. Use Case: Best for longer intervals and high-performance needs. Change Interval: Every 2–3 years, as it has an exceptional wet boiling point (518°F). Performance: Superior moisture resistance, making it suitable for mixed-use with less frequent maintenance. 3. ACDelco DOT 4 Brake Fluid - # 19299570

Oct 29, 2021 · GM clutch fluid, I believe, is made by Pentosin which is a decent German product - - do not use brake fluid that has been previously opened since brake fluid is hygroscopic and absorbs water. Usually the purpose of flushing these systems is to remove water contamination so always best to use fresh fluid from a previously sealed container.

Jun 21, 2018 · It turns out that the right front caliper was leaking badly to the point that the brake pads/rotor were wet with brake fluid. After replacing the calipers, hoses and pads and flushing out all that cloudy brake fluid, the car stops sure and straight. Thanks to all who offered advice about the trailing arm rebuild and subsequent brake system ...

Nov 30, 2024 · Get yourself an old style oil can, the type with a squeeze handle to pump the fluid, and fill it with clean brake fluid. Now with a piece of clear tubing that fits your oil can and the bleeder, pump the fluid into the tubing to purge the air, attach the tubing to the bleeder, open the bleeder and begin slowing pumping the fluid to the master ...

Dec 31, 2024 · C7 General Discussion - Brake fluid reservoir cap disappeared in engine bay. - Did something really stupid while working in the engine bay. I removed the brake fluid reservoir cap but it slipped out of my hand and disappeared into the engine bay. I heard it land somewhere in the bottom but using a flashlight and...

Jan 21, 2020 · C7 Z06 Discussion - Brake Fluid Recommendations + Bleeding - I have a '19 M7 Z, so it came from the factory with DOT 4 Brake fluid. I think that after two track days, I want to flush out and replace my brake fluid. So a couple of questions: 1. What is a recommended replacement DOT 4 brake fluid that would be...

Nov 7, 2001 · Conventional brake fluid (along with the water it absorbs) is corrosive to steel brake lines, caliper fluid paths and piston bores, and rubber seals. Because both fluids have different performance properties it may cause erratic and potentially dangerous braking performance in extreme conditions (high temperature comes to mind).