'74 FJ40 Brake Fluid Flush

[BGlynn19]

Going to do a full Brake Fluid Flush. Can't find a clear answer on how much brake fluid I need for this. Anybody have an accurate number? Going to order OEM Toyota Fluid (12oz bottles) and want to make sure I have enough. Thanks for the help.

 

[John McVicker]

I'd get it at Walmart or any parts store...DOT 3 is DOT 3. Two 1qt bottles will be enough.

 

[brian]

Yeap same stuff. Toyotas stuff is 10 bucks per 12oz on amazon. Its made in the usa..and no better than thr 5 buck per 12oz autozone stuff.

 

[Pin_Head]

Why?
The recommended service interval is each time you do the brakes.

 

[SnowroxKT]

I always buy an extra quart. Turns out I've always had enough.

I don't see a need to buy Toyota specific fluid here, so part store is close in case I do need another quart.

 

[skidplate]

I just did a "Red neck" flush on my brakes and clutch. I just opened the bleeders one by one starting with the furthest from the master cylinder and let the fluid gravity feed until the the fluid coming out was clean. Obviously keeping an eye on the master level. Mine is a '75 with drums.

 

[Tools R Us]

Before flushing we empty the reservoir(s) with a turkey baster. If they are dirty, remove, clean and start with fresh fluid. Don't see the point of flushing old/dirty fluid through the system or mixing old with new?