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Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by mjz, Aug 12, 2019.

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  1. mjz

    mjz Karting

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    #1 mjz, Aug 12, 2019
    How long can brake fluid last in a never opened container?

    I have an unopened brake fluid bottle I bought several years ago and never used. Is there a shelf life to brake fluid? It is in original sealed container, never touched since purchase.

    Thanks
     
  2. flash32

    flash32 F1 Veteran

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    #2 flash32, Aug 12, 2019
    I seem to remember 5 years in good environment
     
  3. moysiuan

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    #3 moysiuan, Aug 12, 2019
    ATE says 5 years if not exposed to unusual temperatures in storage. They say use an opened container within one year.
     
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  4. thorn

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    #4 thorn, Aug 13, 2019
    It's...what, $7? Throw it out and buy new fluid.
     
  5. moysiuan

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    #5 moysiuan, Aug 13, 2019
    Waste is no good, use it if its less than 5 years old, especially if it is in a metal container.
     

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