Which Part of the Brake Fluid Canister for Clutch?

[hundredsixinsf]

Looking at the brake fluid canister on my '59 100-6, there is a circular section in the center that holds fluid and then the area surrounding that section holds fluid. Which is for the brake fluid and which is for the clutch fluid?

 

[GregW]

center is clutch

 

[Keoke]

Greg is correct. However, be sure the can is physically orientated so as to pick up the correct line.---Fwiw--Keoke

 

[hundredsixinsf]

Thanks folks. Oh, on a 100-6 should the special fluid that doesn't breakdown natural rubber seals be used? Or can I use the more modern synthetic brake fluid?

 

[Keoke]

Hi IMOP, to minimise problems with the brake system. Use a good DOT 4 [Castrol GTLMA] fluid and you should be OK.---Keoke

 

[bighly]

Howdy,

Are you a member of the local club? GGAHC

Golden Gate Austin Healey Club

Tracy

 

[tahoe healey]

Ataboy,Tracy, go get em!
Great active club. You'll like the folks.

 

[John Loftus]

Re: Which Part of the Brake Fluid Canister for Clu

You should check to see if you have Dot 3 or 4 (glycol based) or Dot 5 (silicone based) in the system currently. You don't want to mix the different types. Do you know what type is in the brake system now (or can ask the P.O.?)

Cheers,
John

 

[hundredsixinsf]

Re: Which Part of the Brake Fluid Canister for Clu

Not sure what type is in there. I'm thinking about joining the GG Healey Club Tracy. But my wife and I may be moving to Hawaii soon. If it doesn't happen, I'll join.