tdi50mpgnoob
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I have recently replaced my master cylinder and all four calipers (as well as pads/rotors). I am still having issues with stopping power being "not up to par". I believe that the harsh environment up here in northern Maine is very harsh on water attracting brake fluid (and being that the car is very well traveled all whilst being well loaded for very long distances and even having plenty of non-use time). What are some decent fluids to use? I am wondering if a complete purge and replace with a DOT5 (silicone) would be helpful or if just a purge and replace with 5.1 would be good. I am looking for a high boiling point fluid (I know I baked what good DOT4 fluid was left traveling the mass pike for the holidays and having to do a brake stand for a multi-vehicle pile up. Thanks! This is for my 2004 VW Golf PD TDI with 237K miles on it.