clutch on CR's

[MaSnaka]

The instructions that came with the clutch master said NO SILICONE fluids as they will destroy the O-rings. They recomended using DOT-3. Would the silicone fluids be clearly labeled "SILICONE" ? I recently added some fluid to the reservoir labeled DOT-3 with no mention of it containing silicone. I hope I didn't screw up.

Up until recently I had a bit of an oil leak dripping off the bottom of the bell housing. With no more oil leak I can now see what appears to be clutch fluid. 1 little drop about the size of a penny after a drive.

I'll check out the Tilton products and confir with the tranny shop Monday.

Thanks.
John

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by MaSnaka

With no more oil leak I can now see what appears to be clutch fluid. 1 little drop about the size of a penny after a drive.

A drop of fresh oil and fresh brake fluid are pretty are hard to tell apart on the pavement -- and I've had small leaks of both that tracked to different locations before dropping to the ground. The only way I was able to tell what the drops were was by using UV dye. They make a different UV dye for oil and for hydaulic fluid; you can get different colors as well. Before you even think about doing repairs, put some UV dye in -- you might be surprised at the result (it will also help you pinpoint the source of the leak).