Avid bleed kit fluid..?

mrfmilo
mrfmilo Posts: 2,250
edited September 2010 in MTB workshop & tech
Is the brake fluid supplied with the official Avid bleed kit DOT 4 or 5.1...? And which is recommended for Juicy 5's?

Thanks :)
Marin

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  • JonnyN
    JonnyN Posts: 181
    Dot 5.1 and 5.1!

    :D
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  • mrfmilo
    mrfmilo Posts: 2,250
    JonnyN wrote:
    Dot 5.1 and 5.1!

    :D

    Thanks! :D:lol:
    Marin
  • konadawg
    konadawg Posts: 447
    Either will work fine and mixing does not seem to cause any problems either.
    Giant Reign X1
  • Bar Shaker
    Bar Shaker Posts: 2,313
    My Elixirs state DOT 4 or 5.1.

    The best two fluids are Silkolene Pro Race 2000 or AP 600 and both are widely available at motorbike shops. The difference between these and normal car brake fluids is enormous.

    Both must NOT be used with magnesium callipers but are fine with Avid aluminium callipers.

    Expect a lever so firm it feels like its broken.
    Boardman Elite SLR 9.2S
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  • mrfmilo
    mrfmilo Posts: 2,250
    Cheers guys :)
    Marin

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