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Old December 30th, 2023, 2:09 AM
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i have a 1985 c20 3/4ton and need brake fluid but dont know how much or what type
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Old December 30th, 2023, 11:13 AM
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Welcome from Florida. Fill the master cylinder to the fill line or to the top. Dot 3 brake fluid was used in your truck when new so that is what is recommended.
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Are you just topping off due to a leak or re-doing the system?
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