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Old Feb 21, 2008 | 01:28 AM
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Does it matter what kind do you use dot 3 or 4 does it make a diff? About to bleed my brakes this weekend.

95 Accord

What are the pros and cons of dot 3 and 4, this is for daily driving, and yes I search and could not find the answers.
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Old Feb 21, 2008 | 04:31 AM
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I like to use the Valvoline Syntech brake fluid. Compatible with other stock fluids, and it seems to be a lot less hyrophilic. You can find it at most auto parts stores.
I think it is labeled as DOT 3 and 4. I have also used Motul 5.1, but I can't really justify the cost difference between the two.
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Old Feb 21, 2008 | 04:36 AM
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I used that Valvoline brake fluid in my Accord, my Civic and my girls Jimmy and it's worked great so far.
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Old Feb 21, 2008 | 11:27 AM
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and what is the diff. between 3 and 4 and do you use 3 or 4?
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Old Feb 21, 2008 | 11:33 AM
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The Valvoline is rated both 3 and 4, not two seperate bottles.
Higher is better.
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