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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT
I figured after my little incident, it might be helpful to others...and if could save one person from flying off the track (better understanding what could happen IF they stayed with DOT3 OR got on the brakes that hard that often), then it's definitely worth the time to write up. I hope some folks put this to good use!
I have DOT4 in my lines now and if someone makes me a good offer on some new stainless steel brake lines, I'll pick some up.  |
The main problem with the factory brake fluid is it's not rated for track use. The repeated hard use on the track causes the factory fluid to boil and then you have no brakes. Super Blue or something equivalent is in fact rated for racing with a much higher boiling point so anyone tracking their car should definitely make this change.
The braided lines aren't that expensive; I got mine from Racing Brake but I know Pedder's and other sells them and the price is around $120 I believe give or take a few bucks. It's an upgrade that is WELL worth it.