I use DOT 4. Two major differences from DOT 3. 1) Higher dry and wet boiling points. 2) Most DOT 4 fluids contain a borate ester. The borate ester reacts out water so it is not corrosive until enough water has entered to use up the borate ester.. Look for phrases like "low moisture activity", "low water sensitivity", etc. Some product data sheets (not MSDS) list a borate ester ingredient.


Harold Wilson
41 Chevy 3/4 Ton