Reply With QuoteI use Penrite Sin600 Dot 4 Racing Brake Fluid but it might be best to hit up GSLRallysport (forum sponsor) and see what they reccomend for the Polo (as opposed to my Tiguan) and how much you would need for a fush/bleed.
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It seems a few of us are looking at upgrading brakes at the moment.
Just curious to see what brake fluid would be the best choice for the Polo GTI or other VW's.
Plus, if you are just topping up and not doing a full flush, can you mix various grades.
I am changing disks and pads soon and installing braided lines later.
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I use Penrite Sin600 Dot 4 Racing Brake Fluid but it might be best to hit up GSLRallysport (forum sponsor) and see what they reccomend for the Polo (as opposed to my Tiguan) and how much you would need for a fush/bleed.
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Yep Greg recommends Penrite Sin600, and I concurNever experienced any fade on the track.
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To flush and bleed you need 1-1.5L of the b/fluid.
I use ATE SL6 brake fluid and for more than normal driving on the roads, it's ideal fluid for modern brake systems. The brakes are sharp and responsive in any situation.
The bleeding should be done with the proper pressure bleeder.
If you use the cheap air operated one, where you pump the container with the b/fluid with the air, then the moisture in the air will get in the b/system which will corrode the metal in the b/system, as well as microscopic air bubbles will penetrate into the brake fluid.
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Depends entirely on what you're using the car for, but for most cars we just recommend the Penrite Super Dot 4, which is also Dot 3 and Dot 4 compatible. And if you're in no rush (like 8 weeks) is also currently free, checkout Brakes Direct, or else to send out now is $8ish something per 500mL.Originally Posted by Redliner
Provided they're within the same Dot compatibility yes, but seriously, fluid is cheap enough you'd be better off just doing the whole lot...Plus, if you are just topping up and not doing a full flush, can you mix various grades.
What parts are you planning on using?I am changing disks and pads soon and installing braided lines later.
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I agree thats what i use and have done for moons unless otherwise asked, went through a spelll of folk wanting Martini GS610 which was all good but is only good for 12mnths , Super dot 4 is good for 24. Of which gets used as part of the service when due.
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Mainly street use.
Changind disks to Brembo Max disks and Brembo Sport Track Road HP pads
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I will probably upgrade to larger disks and calipers later depending on how effective these are.
Looks like Penrite Super Dot 4 is the best choice.
Do braided lines make a big difference?
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I got the HEL braided lines after rotor and fluid changes and can definitely say they made a noticeable difference in pedal feel.
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If I do decide to upgrade to a larger disk and calipers at a later stage will the braided lines fit?
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Where the current rubber lines are near new, nope. 99% of the benefit people get is from changing the brake fluid.
Where the current rubber lines are old and perished... ABSOLUTELY!!!
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