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'How do I tell what kind of brake fluid that I have in my system? I
have looked back in the logs, but no help. I heard Jamie say that he
tasted the fluids. How does that work? Thanks.'

'I am involved with the Iowa Aviation Heritage Museum in Ankeny, Iowa.
We are restoring a Pt19 to flying condition. We are currently working
on the brake system and I read in the Maintenance Manual that you are
suppose to use Mineral Oil or Lockhead Oil in the Brake system. I see
that someone wrote recently that they use DOT 5 fluid. Is this okay?
Where can I get the correct fluid and where can I purchase new master
cylinder seals and brake expander diaphrams from. We have one that I
would not be afraid to reuse and another that I would rather replace.
You can see some of our progress at our website
www.iowaaviationheritagemuseum.web.com
Thank you for your help.
Michael D. Callison


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'I've used DOT 5 with no problems. Others have said the same regarding
5606, but some have noted incompatibility of 5606 with the bladders.
In any case be sure to flush the system completely to insure you don't
have a mix of fluids.

Fresno Airparts has expander tubes.

--- In fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com, Michael Callison
wrote:

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> I am involved with the Iowa Aviation Heritage Museum in Ankeny, Iowa.
> We are restoring a Pt19 to flying condition. We are currently working
> on the brake system and I read in the Maintenance Manual that you are
> suppose to use Mineral Oil or Lockhead Oil in the Brake system. I see
> that someone wrote recently that they use DOT 5 fluid. Is this okay?
> Where can I get the correct fluid and where can I purchase new master
> cylinder seals and brake expander diaphrams from. We have one that I
> would not be afraid to reuse and another that I would rather replace.
> You can see some of our progress at our website
> www.iowaaviationheritagemuseum.web.com
> Thank you for your help.
> Michael D. Callison
>
>
> ---------------------------------
> Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage.
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

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'#ygrps-yiv-1610232778 p {margin:0;} Finally re-building the master cylinders on my 1946 F24. I believe they are the same as for a 1937 Plymouth. I found a note in my records to use Dot 5 fluid--can someone let me know if this is correct and what would be best to clean the cylinder bore and flush the lines. Thanks.  Buell Powell-1946 F24R

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BHP
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I use DOT 5 in the brakes of my 24W-41.  Also use the same fluid in my landing gear oleo struts. 

---In fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com, wrote:

#ygrps-yiv-1773992194 #ygrps-yiv-1773992194ygrps-yiv-561602780 p {margin:0;} Finally re-building the master cylinders on my 1946 F24. I believe they are the same as for a 1937 Plymouth. I found a note in my records to use Dot 5 fluid--can someone let me know if this is correct and what would be best to clean the cylinder bore and flush the lines. Thanks.  Buell Powell-1946 F24R

--
BHP

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'Buell,  Yes you  can use Dot 5. If you do, mark it in the log, highlight in yellow. Mark near the masters, cover is good place. Do the same for the struts. You do not want to mix Dot 3 or 5606. Bad news.  JST      From: fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com [mailto:fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Buell Powell
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2013 1:14 PM
To: Fairchild Club
Subject: [fairchildclub] Brake Fluid                Finally re-building the master cylinders on my 1946 F24. I believe they are the same as for a 1937 Plymouth. I found a note in my records to use Dot 5 fluid--can someone let me know if this is correct and what would be best to clean the cylinder bore and flush the lines.            Thanks.            Buell Powell-1946 F24R

-- BHP'

'#ygrps-yiv-1478029282 p {margin:0;} Thanks! I will mark it in the log book and master cyl cover.

 
Buell, Yes you  can use Dot 5. If you do, mark it in the log, highlight in yellow. Mark near the masters, cover is good place. Do the same for the struts. You do not want to mix Dot 3 or 5606. Bad news. JST   From: fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com [mailto:fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Buell Powell
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2013 1:14 PM
To: Fairchild Club
Subject: [fairchildclub] Brake Fluid               Finally re-building the master cylinders on my 1946 F24. I believe they are the same as for a 1937 Plymouth. I found a note in my records to use Dot 5 fluid--can someone let me know if this is correct and what would be best to clean the cylinder bore and flush the lines.            Thanks.            Buell Powell-1946 F24R

-- BHP


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BHP
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Hello Buell,

The three fluids are very different and are not compatible with each other. Their systems are not cleaned and flushed with the same chemicals/fluids. I would suggest you do a little investigating on the traits and properties of each fluid type and make your own educated decision on which to use. Keep in mind that commonality is often the safest choice. 
Review these sites before making a final choice:Different Types Of Brake Fluid
Difference Between Dot3 and Dot4 Brake Fluid | Difference Between
Brake_Fluid_Tech.pdf (application/pdf Object)
DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5 « Jim’s Garage
Brake Fluid Facts

Wes KIA in Wisconsin

---In fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com, wrote:

#ygrps-yiv-329083281 #ygrps-yiv-329083281ygrps-yiv-655394729 p {margin:0;} Finally re-building the master cylinders on my 1946 F24. I believe they are the same as for a 1937 Plymouth. I found a note in my records to use Dot 5 fluid--can someone let me know if this is correct and what would be best to clean the cylinder bore and flush the lines. Thanks.  Buell Powell-1946 F24R

--
BHP

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'Flush the entire system with Denatured Alcohol.  JST  From: fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com [mailto:fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of wsknettl@centurytel.net
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2013 4:38 PM
To: fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [fairchildclub] RE: Brake Fluid   
Hello Buell,
 
The three fluids are very different and are not compatible with each other. Their systems are not cleaned and flushed with the same chemicals/fluids. I would suggest you do a little investigating on the traits and properties of each fluid type and make your own educated decision on which to use. Keep in mind that commonality is often the safest choice. 
 
Review these sites before making a final choice:
Different Types Of Brake Fluid
Difference Between Dot3 and Dot4 Brake Fluid | Difference Between
Brake_Fluid_Tech.pdf (application/pdf Object)
DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5 « Jim’s Garage
Brake Fluid Facts
 
Wes K
IA in Wisconsin

---In fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com, wrote:            Finally re-building the master cylinders on my 1946 F24. I believe they are the same as for a 1937 Plymouth. I found a note in my records to use Dot 5 fluid--can someone let me know if this is correct and what would be best to clean the cylinder bore and flush the lines.            Thanks.            Buell Powell-1946 F24R

-- BHP'

'Hi BuellIts been a while!Take Jamie's advice, flush with Denatured Alcohol then use the Dot 5. Did you install Cleveland system or sticking to the Hayes brakes?Jim C.

On Monday, November 25, 2013 6:37 PM, Jamie Treat wrote:
  Flush the entire system with Denatured Alcohol.  JST  From: fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com [mailto:fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of wsknettl@centurytel.net
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2013 4:38 PM
To: fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [fairchildclub] RE: Brake Fluid    Hello Buell,  The three fluids are very different and are not compatible with each other. Their systems are not cleaned and flushed with the same chemicals/fluids. I would suggest you do a little investigating on the traits and properties of each fluid type and make your own educated decision on which to use. Keep in mind that commonality is often the safest choice.   Review these sites before making a final choice:Different Types Of Brake FluidDifference Between Dot3 and Dot4 Brake Fluid | Difference BetweenBrake_Fluid_Tech.pdf (application/pdf Object)DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5 « Jim’s GarageBrake Fluid Facts  Wes KIA in Wisconsin

---In fairchildclub@yahoogroups.com, wrote:            Finally re-building the master cylinders on my 1946 F24. I believe they are the same as for a 1937 Plymouth. I found a note in my records to use Dot 5 fluid--can someone let me know if this is correct and what would be best to clean the cylinder bore and flush the lines.            Thanks.            Buell Powell-1946 F24R

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