J2S2M

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Hello all,

I am picking up a used set of Akebono BBK's and plan to get them installed this Saturday. I just wanted to get some feedbacks from the guys w/ these BBK's.

What brake fluid are you guys using?
I was just planning picking up the OEM fluids from the dealers. I just wanted to see if there are better alternatives for the fluids.

Any help is appreciated.


-Jason

Black Betty

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You can buy more expensive high performance fluid like Motul RBF 600 but it will perform no better unless you are tracking your car. None. Buy any DOT 3 or 4 from the store and you'll be fine.

Damn Dirty Ape

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ON a side note, for those who have installed the akebono BBK after they got the car, will the dealer do the install and maintain the brakes warranty? I called 2 different dealers and was told one story, then the other.

ucla bruin

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Using Motul RBF 600.
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J2S2M

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Thanks for the info! I will be picking up some Nissan DOT 3 fluids today.

I would figure it would be a hit and miss thing. Most service advisors won't even notice them to be an added-on part since they come as OEM part on the coupes. So if you're lucky, shouldn't be a problem. However, that's one of the reasons why I waited til the end of my factory warranty period.

J2S2M

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Can anyone confirm if 2 bottles is enough for a drain and fill?

CEELOSG37S

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Werd!!!!!

J2S2M

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Anyone use the regular Nissan DOT 3 fluids? That's what the dealership recommends.. I just want to know that they perform fine. Since I am getting them installed this Saturday, I don't have time to order the MOTUL fluids. No autostore carries them. It seems like they're only available online.

CEELOSG37S

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Where u live??

Damn Dirty Ape

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Well I can do the install except for the brake bleeding.

J2S2M

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I live in Irvine but work in GG. Do you have some extra ones I can pick up?

You're not local bro. I already schedule the install at a local shop. Charging us 250 per car which is very reasonable.

CEELOSG37S

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I don't have any but I'm pretty sure if u call Lou at Amplified Motorsport he can definitely get u some before Saturday.

J2S2M

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^ Thanks for the heads up. I will definitely keep that in mind, but most likely I will just pick up some OEM fluids this time. I have absolutely no time to make the trip to AMP this week.

Chris11LE

Castrol LMA is a good over the counter fluid (Pep Boys here on the east coast carries it, I imagine other chain stores to as well)

Friend of mine uses it in his AutoX car, so it should be good for everyday use too.

ucla bruin

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Try Ferdie at South Coast Subaru, I think he stocks RBF600.
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