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A P Racing Formula Brake Fluid

A P Racing Formula Brake Fluid

AP Racing formula DOT 5.1 brake fluid is suitable for high performance road applications and is compatible with other fluids meeting the same standards. AP Racing formula is non silicone based fluid and has a dry boiling point of 275 degree Celsius but is also suitable for vehicles running in cold climates of  -40 degrees Celsius due to its superior viscosity. This fluid is not suitable for vehicles with mineral oil systems.500mlView more

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A P Racing Radi-Cal R1 Racing Brake Fluid (Was AP 551)

A P Racing Radi-Cal R1 Racing Brake Fluid (Was AP 551)

Radi-Cal R1 racing brake fluid conforms to DOT 3 specifications and is suitable for motorsport use because of its high dry boiling point of 275 degrees C.Formally AP CP551Supplied in 500ml BottlesView more

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A P Racing Radi-Cal R2 Racing Brake Fluid (Was AP 600) – 500ml Bottle

A P Racing Radi-Cal R2 Racing Brake Fluid (Was AP 600) – 500ml Bottle

AP Racing Radi-Cal R2 (Formerly 600) racing brake fluid is developed for racing applications where high temperatures are being experienced. With a dry boiling point exceeding 300 degrees C it is suitable for all forms of motorsport.Radi-Cal R2 brake fluid does not mix with other fluids so the braking system should be drained completely and purged with R2 fluid prior to re filling.500ml BottleView more

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A P Racing Radi-Cal R3 Racing Brake Fluid (Was PRF660)

A P Racing Radi-Cal R3 Racing Brake Fluid (Was PRF660)

Radi-Cal R3 (formerly PRF660) from AP Racing is the ultimate high temperature racing brake fluid, featuring a dry boiling point of 320 degrees C which is higher than other leading brands. Radi-Cal R3 has advanced moisture resistant properties and low levels of viscosity for ease of bleeding.Radi-Cal R3 is suitable for all levels of motorsport where very high brake temperatures are experienced.Not to be mixed with other brake fluids. Any existing fluid should be drained from the system completely and it is recommended to flush the system with R3 before filling. Supplied in 500ml bottles.View more

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A P Racing Radi-Cal R4 Brake Fluid

A P Racing Radi-Cal R4 Brake Fluid

Radi-Cal R4 boasts the highest dry boiling point of any racing brake fluid currently available (340 deg C) and offers outstanding resistance to vapour lock / pedal fade under the most arduous of conditions. A higher vapour lock point means a firmer brake pedal at the extremes of brake temperature.Radi-Cal brake fluid has enhanced lubricity which increases the life of metal moving parts within the brake system and increases efficiency.500mlView more

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Automec Silicone Brake Fluid – 1 Litre

Automec Silicone Brake Fluid – 1 Litre

Automec silicone brake fluid is a truly outstanding DOT 5 brake fluid. Normal mineral brake fluid is hydroscopic and absorbs moisture from the atmosphere dramatically reducing performance of the fluid resulting in more regular fluid changes. Silicone brake fluid is not hydroscopic therefore out lasts and out performs mineral brake fluid by a considerable distance! An added advantage of silicone brake fluid is that it will not damage your paintwork or catch fire and it has a boiling point of 260 degree Celsius. It is not recommended for silicone brake fluid to be mixed with ordinary fluids to ensure the best possible performance.Automec silicone brake fluid is available in various size bottles.View more

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Automec Silicone Brake Fluid – 250ml

Automec Silicone Brake Fluid – 250ml

Automec silicone brake fluid is a truly outstanding DOT 5 brake fluid. Normal mineral brake fluid is hydroscopic and absorbs moisture from the atmosphere dramatically reducing performance of the fluid resulting in more regular fluid changes. Silicone brake fluid is not hydroscopic therefore out lasts and out performs mineral brake fluid by a considerable distance! An added advantage of silicone brake fluid is that it will not damage your paintwork or catch fire and it has a boiling point of 260 degree Celsius. It is not recommended for silicone brake fluid to be mixed with ordinary fluids to ensure the best possible performance.Automec silicone brake fluid is available in various size bottles.View more

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Automec Silicone Brake Fluid – 500ml

Automec Silicone Brake Fluid – 500ml

Automec silicone brake fluid is a truly outstanding DOT 5 brake fluid. Normal mineral brake fluid is hydroscopic and absorbs moisture from the atmosphere dramatically reducing performance of the fluid resulting in more regular fluid changes. Silicone brake fluid is not hydroscopic therefore out lasts and out performs mineral brake fluid by a considerable distance! An added advantage of silicone brake fluid is that it will not damage your paintwork or catch fire and it has a boiling point of 260 degree Celsius. It is not recommended for silicone brake fluid to be mixed with ordinary fluids to ensure the best possible performance.Automec silicone brake fluid is available in various size bottles.View more

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Brembo HTC 64T Brake Fluid

Brembo HTC 64T Brake Fluid

High temperature brake fluid designed for the most extreme racing conditions. It has a dry boiling point of 335 deg C which is around 25 deg C higher than a typical racing brake fluid.Developed exclusively for competition use, Brembo HTC 64T provides the highest performance under all racing conditions and has been used in F1, ALMS, DTM, WRC and BTCC.For maximum performance it is recommended that Brembo HTC 64T is not mixed with other brake fluids.500ml Bottle**NOTE – must not be used in brake systems containing magnesium parts**View more

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Why do you need Racing Brake Fluid?

On track your brakes will work a lot harder than regular driving on the street. The accelerating and braking increases the temperature of your brakes and the brake fluid. Brake fade is when the brake pedal goes soft or the pedal goes to the floor combined with loss in braking performance.
On track brake fade can happen after a few laps, this will lead to less driver confidence and in worse case scenarios ending up in a gravel track of wall.

How does Brake Fluid Work?

Braking systems on most cars is hydraulically operated. In its most simplistic form, when the driver pushes on the brake pedal fluid is pushed into the master cylinder, this fluid is then distributed to the brake calipers through the vehicles brake lines.

How can brake fluid cause brake fade?

Brake fluid is a hygroscopic liquid, meaning it can absorb water. Over time brake fluid absorbs water from the atmosphere. In a competitive environment such as a race track the brake fluid can get hot, this turns any water in the brake lines into gas. Unlike brake fluid, gas can be compressed. This unwanted gas in the brake lines acts interferes with the fluid delivery into the brake calipers causing the brake fade "soft pedal" that is experienced on track.

When should I change Brake fluid?

We asked a number of garages and they recommended changing brake fluid once every two years regardless of usage. We would recommend consulting with your vehicle manual, manufacturer or car enthusiast community for recommendations.

What does the DOT mean in Brake Fluids?

DOT = Department of Transport, the numbers correspond to standards set by the DOT. The most common grads of brake fluid are DOT 3, DOT 4 and DOT/ 5.1. These type of brake fluids are all glycol based brake fluids.

  • DOT 3 Dry Boiling Point is 205 °C (401 ° F), Wet Boiling Point 140 ° C (284° F)
  • DOT 4 Dry Boiling Point is 230 °C (446 ° F), Wet Boiling Point 155 ° C (311° F)
  • DOT 5 Dry Boiling Point is 260 °C (500 ° F), Wet Boiling Point 180 ° C (356° F)
  • DOT 5.1 Dry Boiling Point is 270 °C (518 ° F), Wet Boiling Point 190 ° C (374° F)

Dry Boiling Point refers to uncontaminated brake fluid which is has been freshly changed. Wet Boiling Point refers to contaminated brake fluid which has absorbed moisture.

Which brake fluid should I use?

There are a variety of different brake fluids dependant on your application. On our track orientated Nissan Skyline R33 GTR with over 800 brake horse power we use A P Racing Radi-Cal R4. This greatly reduced brake fade on tight technical tracks.