Which brake fluid?

[cbvet]

Yes I have rocks in my head!
But I am looking at another Deuce coming up on a local auction.....
1966 Kaiser-Jeep. Brakes are not working, but do pump-up a very small amount. I suspect that by adding brake fluid I could get it home 15-20 miles alright.
There is no sticker saying silicone fluid, so I assume regular DOT 3. But I really don't like to assume.
Someone has mentioned a simple test to determine what type of fluid it has, but I can't find the info.
Anyone remember?
Eric
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[eddiec]

no idea, but where did you find another 1 at?

 

[cbvet]

It's in Fort Wayne. About 100 miles. I consider that "local" for me.
Turbo multi, some rust, lots of mud, soft camo cab top. Sprag probably not working. Actually looks terrible. But the engine runs nice. Runs a lot smoother than my 1970 non-turbo. I wonder if the turbo has anything to do with that?
I'm hoping to get it to use as a "beater" for hauling-out firewood.
Eric
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[DDoyle]

Too test brake fluid - use an eyedropper to drop some in a bottle or glass full over water. If the brake fluid stays a "wad" - its silicone. If it mixes and disappears, its DOT 3. In my experience, turbo has no effect on idle.

HTH,
DD

 

[cbvet]

Thanks for the tip on the brake fluid David!
But now I'm wondering why this engine runs so much smoother than my "old" one.....
Eric
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[DDoyle]

idle set at different speed? Miss on the "old" one?