Is Brake fluid backwards compatible?

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Is Brake fluid backwards compatible?

17 Aug 2007 23:13

I'm busy fitting an 02 busa rear caliper to my KZ. It takes DOT 4 and the old KZ master takes DOT3.

Can I run DOT4 in the old KZ master?

I think DOT5.1 is compatible with both, but it's hard to find and pricey.

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Re: Is Brake fluid backwards compatible?

18 Aug 2007 05:02

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DOT 4 should not be a problem as it is considered compatible with DOT 3. Ed

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Re: Is Brake fluid backwards compatible?

18 Aug 2007 15:15

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Yes you can use DOT 4 in the Kawi caliper or MC.

DOT 5 is NOT compatable with either DOT 3 or 4, which are compatable. 5.1 I can't recall.

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Re: Is Brake fluid backwards compatible?

18 Aug 2007 23:54

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cool, thanks!

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