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Old Nov 12, 2004 | 05:15 PM
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hey i need some suggestions on some brake fluid you guys would reccomened for my 2000 lexus lx470.

it says to add fmvss no.116 dot 3 or sae j1703
so any dot 3 fluid will work?
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Old Nov 13, 2004 | 01:37 PM
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Any high quality DOT3 should work. Always use a fresh container & don't let any get on the paint. It may soften the paint.
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Old Nov 15, 2004 | 02:45 PM
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ATE super blue - thee best!
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Old Nov 15, 2004 | 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by prelupino,Nov 15 2004, 06:45 PM
ATE super blue - thee best!
Thanks... ...why cant people explain why??


here is my answer...
Any Quality DOT 3 will work in your Lex....
I personally use a Ford Dot 3 because of its higher Boiling point.
I use in in my S2000, Civic SiR Coupe and 99 Chev Suburban.

Its a popular fluid for racers and heavy vehicles because of the heavy use but it will absorb moisture quickly so your better off to change it once a year if you use Ford Dot 3.

Good Luck...
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Old Nov 16, 2004 | 07:19 AM
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I've had excellent results using Valvoline SynPower brake fluid in the race car, street cars, and even the tow vehicle.
No matter what you choose, flush & change it yearly and you'll probably be fine.

Brian
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