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One of the issues with Silicon brake fluid is that it has been
known to cause the hydraulic brake switch on the master cylinder to fail
prematurely. Failure of this component may result in you being rear ended. Not
pretty. A number of folks using Dot 5 have installed a mechanical backup switch
on the brake pedal to ensure that the lights will go on when the pedal is
depressed.
My other problem with Silicon is its incompatibility with Dot
3 or 4. It's easy to forget that one of your cars has Dot 5 and accidently
add some Dot 3 or 4. When realizing your mistake, you would have to
completely flush out your system. A pain in the butt.
My solution is to use Castrol LMA. LMA stands for Low Moisture
Activity. I've had it in my 58 Plymouth for over three years, without any
leakage or pulling due to a wheel cylinder freezing up. It's also compatible
with Dot 3 or 4.
Ron
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