Anyone tried Mineral Oil in a brake system recommended...
Jul 14, 2011 · Mineral oil does not absorb water and can break down with time and heat. Low ambient temperatures will cause a mineral oil to congeal and the system to have sluggish performance (<20ºF). Some mineral oils are more environmentally friendly than DOT Brake Fluid, however oil is still an oil and should be disposed of properly.
Shimano versus Finish Line Mineral Oil - Mountain Bike Reviews …
Mar 3, 2020 · Mineral oil is mineral oil is mineral oil. Is not brake fluid, is not GM power steering fluid. Is Pentosin because Pentosin is mineral oil. Seals will be affected, so only use mineral oil. Shimano mineral oil is mineral oil. Finish line mineral oil is mineral oil.
Shimano mineral oil mixed with finish line mineral oil
Mar 11, 2021 · I came up on some finish line mineral oil brake fluid and am wondering if it really matter if I use the finish line stuff to just lever bleed? All I want to do is put on the reservoir cup and fill it with a little mineral oil and then squeeze the lever and hit the tubes to get air bubbles out. Does anyone have any feedback?
Suspension fluid vs Brake mineral oil - Mountain Bike Reviews Forum
Jun 24, 2022 · Mineral oil is mineral oil, some even use baby oil as this **** is the same base oil than engine or suspension oil which is mineral oil, only additive mix differs. Mineral brake fluid is just that as well, different mix of additives to help increase the boiling point.
Shimano Mineral Oil alternatives? - Mountain Bike Reviews Forum
Sep 25, 2011 · Mineral oil is mineral oil but not everything you mentioned is pure mineral oil. Brake fluid has additives in it to protect the seals and do other things just as you mentioned and the Shimano blend is probably different than the Magura blend. Baby oil has a lower viscosity and has fragrances in it for obvious reasons.
Mineral Oil v. DOT Fluid Brakes in Winter - Mountain Bike Reviews …
Nov 13, 2020 · Mineral is only used for slow machinery with immersed wet brakes (forklifts, loaders, bulldozers etc). They need mineral oil for seal compatibility as the whole brakes are sitting in axle oil. A good brake with fresh DOT fluid can …
Baby mineral oil rebleed - don't laugh... - Mountain Bike Reviews …
Feb 13, 2018 · Mineral oil intended for machinery or brake systems is more commonly referred to as 'Hydraulic Mineral Oil' has a multitude of additives. Most commonly, they contain anti-foaming agents to reduce foaming under high heat applications, corrosion inhibitors, and anti-wear agents. This mineral oil is has a lower viscosity than drug store mineral oil.
Mineral oil brake fluid....on the cheap - Mountain Bike Reviews …
Sep 19, 2008 · Off-the-shelf mineral oil is normally 30-50 weight which will make the brake very sluggish. In addition, off-the-shelf mineral oil has additives, perfumes and different boiling points, all of which can cause brake failure. USE ONLY MAGURA BLOOD IN YOUR BRAKE SYSTEM. Use of any other fluid besides Magura Blood mineral oil will void your warranty.
Which brands use mineral oil vs DOT brake fluid?
2018 Farley 9.6 - Eagle X01, XT Brakes 2017 Salsa PR GX1 - X01, I9/carbon 27.5+ 2017 Surly KM (black) 1x11, 27.5
Magura brake fluid question? - Mountain Bike Reviews Forum
Jul 15, 2004 · Shimano fluid is NOT DOT, it is a mineral oil though a different type than Maguras. For some reason the new blood seems to bleed better, or I am just getting better at bleeding LOL. So if you are using red fluid just get some finish line 5wt shock oil, it is the same.