{"product_id":"ferodo-racing-super-formula-dot-4-brake-fluid-500ml-fsf050","title":"Ferodo Racing Super Formula DOT 4 Brake Fluid 500ml FSF050","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFerodo Racing Super Formula DOT 4 Racing Brake Fluid 500ml – High Boiling Point Fluid for Track Days, Motorsport and Fast Road Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerodo Racing Super Formula (FSF050) is a premium glycol-ether racing brake fluid for drivers who push their brakes hard. It has a typical dry boiling point of 327°C and a typical wet boiling point of 204°C, some of the highest figures you'll find in a fluid that still meets the DOT 4 road specification. It resists vapour lock and pedal fade when brake temperatures climb lap after lap, then runs happily on the drive home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-boiling race fluids are usually thick when cold. Super Formula isn't: its low-temperature viscosity stays within the DOT 4 limit, so the pedal feels the same on a cold morning out-lap as it does deep into a hot session. It also works with ABS, and with conventional glycol-based brake and clutch hydraulics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerodo also focused on protecting the system itself. Super Formula is low-corrosion, with additives that make it more compatible with magnesium components. It causes very little rubber swell to protect seals, and its high lubricity reduces wear in clutch master and slave cylinders, even in clutch systems that are known to be troublesome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e327°C typical dry boiling point\u003c\/strong\u003e (320°C minimum spec). It handles the heat from repeated heavy stops on track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e204°C typical wet boiling point\u003c\/strong\u003e (195°C minimum spec). Performance holds up as the fluid absorbs moisture over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDOT 4 compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it can be used on the road as well as in competition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow viscosity for a race fluid\u003c\/strong\u003e (typical 1520 cSt at -40°C) for a consistent pedal and good ABS operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrake and clutch use\u003c\/strong\u003e: its high lubricity reduces wear on clutch hydraulic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow corrosion\u003c\/strong\u003e, with additives that make it more compatible with magnesium caliper and master cylinder parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow rubber swell\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is kind to seals and flexible hoses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in a sealed \u003cstrong\u003e500ml bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ferodo Racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e FSF050\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification:\u003c\/strong\u003e DOT 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glycol ether (polyalkylene glycol ether and esters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Boiling Point:\u003c\/strong\u003e 327°C typical \/ 320°C minimum (621°F \/ 608°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet Boiling Point:\u003c\/strong\u003e 204°C typical \/ 195°C minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKinematic Viscosity at -40°C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1520 cSt typical \/ 1800 cSt maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEAN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4044197484768\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Ferodo Super Formula Suited To?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuper Formula suits circuit racing, sprints, hillclimbs, rallying and track days. It's equally good as an upgrade for fast road cars whose standard fluid boils or goes soft after a few hard stops. It pairs especially well with high-friction race pads such as Ferodo's DS-series compounds, which put more heat into the caliper and fluid than road pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between dry and wet boiling point?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dry boiling point is measured on fresh fluid straight from a sealed bottle. The wet boiling point is measured once the fluid has absorbed about 3.7% water, which is roughly what happens after a year or two in a car. Glycol-based fluids absorb moisture from the air, so the wet figure better reflects the fluid's real-world performance later in its life. Super Formula's 204°C typical wet boiling point is very high for a DOT 4 fluid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ferodo Super Formula legal for road use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Super Formula meets the DOT 4 specification, so you can use it in road cars that call for DOT 4 fluid, as well as in competition vehicles. Always check your vehicle manufacturer's recommended fluid specification first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I mix it with my existing brake fluid?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuper Formula is glycol-based, so it's chemically compatible with other glycol-based DOT 3, DOT 4 and DOT 5.1 fluids. However, mixing it with old or lower-spec fluid will lower its boiling point. To get the full benefit, fully flush the old fluid out of the system. \u003cstrong\u003eNever mix it with silicone-based DOT 5 fluid.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I change it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which gradually lowers its boiling point. For race and track use, most teams bleed the brakes before every event and replace the fluid fully at least once a season. On a fast road car, a full change every 12 months is sensible, or follow your vehicle manufacturer's service interval if it's shorter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much fluid do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA full flush and bleed on most cars uses around 1 litre, so two bottles is usually enough. Cars with twin master cylinders, remote reservoirs, hydraulic handbrakes or a shared clutch reservoir may need more. It's worth keeping a spare sealed bottle in the paddock for bleeding between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used in a hydraulic clutch system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Super Formula is suitable for both brake and clutch hydraulics. Its high lubricity helps reduce wear in clutch master and slave cylinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it compatible with ABS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its low-temperature viscosity is within the DOT 4 limit, so it flows properly through ABS modulators and works with conventional glycol-based braking systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store an opened bottle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the cap tightly closed, and store the bottle upright in a cool, dry place. Once the bottle has been opened it starts absorbing moisture from the air, so use it promptly. For competition use, many teams use a fresh bottle each time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill brake fluid damage my paintwork?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Like all glycol-based brake fluids, Super Formula will damage paint and some plastics. Cover painted surfaces when bleeding the brakes, wipe up any spills immediately and rinse the area with plenty of water. Brake systems should only be serviced by competent mechanics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Ferodo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66015284265350,"sku":"FSF050","price":24.52,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/8169\/5581\/files\/ferodo-racing-super-formula-dot-4-brake-fluid-500ml-fsf050-1.jpg?v=1790327722","url":"https:\/\/www.thebrakeshop.co.uk\/products\/ferodo-racing-super-formula-dot-4-brake-fluid-500ml-fsf050","provider":"The Brake Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}