| [GMCnet] FW: DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid [Incident: 130208-000050] [message #197897] |
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USAussie
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G'day,
At the very bottom of this message you will find my email to the DOT.
Regards,
Rob M.
Sydney, Australia
AUS '75 Avion-The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion-Double Trouble TZE365V100426
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From: US Department of Transportation Reference Service [mailto:ntl1@mailwc.custhelp.com]
Sent: Saturday, 9 February 2013 1:53 PM
To: robmueller@iinet.net.au
Subject: DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid [Incident: 130208-000050]
Dear DOT Customer,
Thank you for contacting the US Department of Transportation Reference Service. This initial response is to acknowledge that we
received your question. Your question reference number is listed below. We strive to answer each question we receive by referring
you to the appropriate web-page, publication or subject-matter expert. We try to respond to all questions within 4 business days.
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Reference Services
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Bureau of Transportation Statistics
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Question Reference #130208-000050
Summary of Answers:
DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid
Date Created:
02/08/2013 09:53 PM
Last Updated:
02/08/2013 09:53 PM
Status:
Unresolved
Discussion Thread
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02/08/2013 09:53 PM
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Customer By Web Form
02/08/2013 09:53 PM
Dear Sirs, I searched the FAQ before sending in this question. Brake fluid is designated as DOT 3, DOT 4, DOT 5; and DOT 5.1. As I
understand it DOT 3, DOT 4; and DOT 5.1 are glycol-based and compatible with each other. DOT 5 is silicone based and NOT compatible
with DOT 3, DOT 4; or DOT 5.1. Please advise why the designation of DOT 5.1 was created for brake fluid when it is incompatible with
DOT 5 brake fluid? I believe this causes confusion and could easily result in incompatible brake fluids being mixed with disastrous
results. I would think that the DOT would not want to create confusion and that DOT 6 would have been a better name for DOT 5.1.
Regards, Rob Mueller
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Regards,
Rob M. (USAussie)
The Pedantic Mechanic
Sydney, Australia
'75 Avion - AUS - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
'75 Avion - USA - Double Trouble TZE365V100426
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