Osiris_x11
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I finally sorted out my notchy-shifting & floppy clutch-pedal, as it turned out to be a failing hydraulic rubber clutchline. The clutch master/slave had been replaced less than 4-years/20k-miles ago. Meanwhile, I also did the RPS/Dali-Racing steel-braided clutchline damper replacement.
While doing the hose & damper-delete installs along w/ numerous recent clutch slave-cylinder "bleeding" procedures (via rubber hose + fluid collection container), some DOT 3/4 brake fluid was spilled/splashed down in the lower abyss region of the engine/transmission area (namely the rear beam area). By 'some' fluid, I mean very small amounts but still noticeable. It was a messy DIY, due to the limited access while working from top.
Should I be overly concerned w/ any corrosion issues down there w/ any of the materials/surfaces where brake fluid squirted/trickled onto other unseen/far-reaching areas? I know DOT 3/4 brake fluid is bad for paint & finishes (I was very cautious & used plastic bags & service mats to cover exterior body panels & other surfaces).
I can make a diluted SimpleGreen solution & hose down (below the coolant overfill reservoir / airbox / etc) if that would be beneficial. Also, I can try to clean from underneath somehow/someway. Is all this necessary?
Reason for my anxiety: years ago, I had a slightly unsecured, leaking battery in an SUV that I had at the time. I procrastinated dealing w/ it & month later, I needed a new alternator due to the premature corrosion. Also, I had to replace some other engine bay bits (mostly hardware/fasteners & some wires). So, I'd like to avoid any such stuff in the longrun.
While doing the hose & damper-delete installs along w/ numerous recent clutch slave-cylinder "bleeding" procedures (via rubber hose + fluid collection container), some DOT 3/4 brake fluid was spilled/splashed down in the lower abyss region of the engine/transmission area (namely the rear beam area). By 'some' fluid, I mean very small amounts but still noticeable. It was a messy DIY, due to the limited access while working from top.
Should I be overly concerned w/ any corrosion issues down there w/ any of the materials/surfaces where brake fluid squirted/trickled onto other unseen/far-reaching areas? I know DOT 3/4 brake fluid is bad for paint & finishes (I was very cautious & used plastic bags & service mats to cover exterior body panels & other surfaces).
I can make a diluted SimpleGreen solution & hose down (below the coolant overfill reservoir / airbox / etc) if that would be beneficial. Also, I can try to clean from underneath somehow/someway. Is all this necessary?
Reason for my anxiety: years ago, I had a slightly unsecured, leaking battery in an SUV that I had at the time. I procrastinated dealing w/ it & month later, I needed a new alternator due to the premature corrosion. Also, I had to replace some other engine bay bits (mostly hardware/fasteners & some wires). So, I'd like to avoid any such stuff in the longrun.
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