Brake fluid...worth buying premium brand

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Wed 6 Jun 2007 20:49
Brake fluid...worth buying premium brand - steveo3002
i need to do the brake fluid change on our vw's , i was just wondering if any of the premium brands are worth the extra cost or should i just grab whatver is cheapest?


my cars use dot 4 type

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Wed 6 Jun 2007 22:04
Brake fluid...worth buying premium brand - TurboD
no , just change every two years- but use the correct spec. I always have
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Thu 7 Jun 2007 10:16
Brake fluid...worth buying premium brand - 659FBE
I would agree with the above - correct spec. is vital. However, as this is a safety critical issue and because very expensive peripheral parts (eg. ABS unit) are involved, I would stick with an established brand. I use Delphi, largely because I find their pads to be very satisfactory and I buy the fluid at the same time.

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Sat 9 Jun 2007 19:12
Brake fluid...worth buying premium brand - steveo3002
wow the prices vary alot

a1 motorstore own brand =£5 a ltr , castrol brand was £9.99 a ltr
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Sat 9 Jun 2007 20:57
Brake fluid...worth buying premium brand - Simon
I can't imagine the Castrol is twice as good and hence not worth twice as much money.
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Sun 10 Jun 2007 11:20
Brake fluid...worth buying premium brand - MW
I use Commer from Wilkinsons, about £4.80 - £5 a litre. Good stuff, good spec, never had a problem. A litre should allow enough for you to have a good flush through in most cars.
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