matronics(at)bob.brennan. wrote:
> That was my next thought Lloyd - exchange parts, especially the piston,
> between working and non-working. I need to buy more brake fluid first though
> to do that test as I haven't been keeping the test fluid clean enough to
> re-use. And exactly what fluid to use is the subject of a response I am
> awaiting from Tom Jones, although other than viscosity I can't see how it
> might affect the problem. I'll try anything!
>
> Bob Brennan - N717GB
> 1991 UK Model 2 ELSA Kitfox
> Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
> Wrightsville Pa
>
> --
The seals in aircraft brakes will deteriorate with DOT Brake fluid. Do a google
search on aviation brake fluid and you will find many arguments for and against
this. I won't go near even a discussion on the subject except to say the
manual says use Aviation Red brake fluid.
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Tom Jones
Classic IV
503 Rotax, 72 inch Two blade Warp
Ellensburg, WA
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