Dot 5 Silicone - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

mike100 · 10-23-2011

I use $6 parts store DOT 3 for my C4's. If I decide to track it, then I'd have to change the pads also. DOT 3 can absorb more water before it becomes too contaminated, whereas some of the performance types are better in higher temps, but have to be changed more often due to the fact that they can't hold as much moisture in suspension. I guess that's why DOT3 boils a little sooner (if it is holding water).

10-23-2011	#1
mike100 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: San Marcos CA Posts: 1,786	Re: Dot 5 Silicone I use $6 parts store DOT 3 for my C4's. If I decide to track it, then I'd have to change the pads also. DOT 3 can absorb more water before it becomes too contaminated, whereas some of the performance types are better in higher temps, but have to be changed more often due to the fact that they can't hold as much moisture in suspension. I guess that's why DOT3 boils a little sooner (if it is holding water).