Does clutch fluid expire?

scope22 · 06-10-2014, 07:07 PM

I just bought some Motul 600 and it has a date of 2012, i would think that if it doesn't then why is there a date on it...

SouthArk370Z · 06-10-2014, 07:59 PM

As long as it has the factory seal, you should be OK. If the seal has been broken, there is a chance that it has absorbed some water (if the cap was put on tight, probably not a big deal). When in doubt, throw it out.

onzedge · 06-10-2014, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

As long as it has the factory seal, you should be OK. If the seal has been broken, there is a chance that it has absorbed some water (if the cap was put on tight, probably not a big deal). When in doubt, throw it out.

Fountainhead · 06-10-2014, 09:21 PM

Absolutely agree, it's too cheap to risk getting your *** reked when your clutch gives out crossing a 2 lane...

scope22 · 06-10-2014, 09:57 PM

and on some sites i've read that this fluid is for racing/off street use only, is this safe for daily driver?

Z1NONLY · 06-10-2014, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by scope22

and on some sites i've read that this fluid is for racing/off street use only, is this safe for daily driver?

It's safe for DD but it absorbs moisture at a faster rate than dot3 fluid so it needs to be changed offten. I try to flush mine twice a year.

Mt Tam I am · 06-10-2014, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by scope22

and on some sites i've read that this fluid is for racing/off street use only, is this safe for daily driver?

As a DD, I too change mine often as it gets a burnt look. Changing it frequently may (my own theory) extend the life of the CSC by keeping it lubricated.

Fountainhead · 06-11-2014, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

As a DD, I too change mine often as it gets a burnt look. Changing it frequently may (my own theory) extend the life of the CSC by keeping it lubricated.

Preach On Brother! Amen to that!

njobe89 · 06-11-2014, 12:38 PM

only honey doesn't expire

Read T · 06-12-2014, 08:03 PM

I did call ATE and ask if it has a shelf life unopened - they said 5 years FWIW

kenchan · 06-12-2014, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

As a DD, I too change mine often as it gets a burnt look. Changing it frequently may (my own theory) extend the life of the CSC by keeping it lubricated.

mr.tam- do you do yours the turkey baster method or do you actually drain and fill?

onzedge · 06-12-2014, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by njobe89

only honey doesn't expire

It turns out, ex-wife number 2 also does not expire.

kenchan · 06-12-2014, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

It turns out, ex-wife number 2 also does not expire.

06-10-2014, 07:07 PM	#1 (permalink)
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SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324198	As long as it has the factory seal, you should be OK. If the seal has been broken, there is a chance that it has absorbed some water (if the cap was put on tight, probably not a big deal). When in doubt, throw it out. DEpointfive0 and Kaminari Kuro like this. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

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Read T A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,046 Drives: 11 Nissan 370z BC 6M Rep Power: 18	I did call ATE and ask if it has a shelf life unopened - they said 5 years FWIW SouthArk370Z likes this. __________________ 2011 Nissan 370z Black Cherry Sport Pkg - Daily Driver, , 1960 Morgan +4 fun car, 1986 BMW 325ES, 1998 M3 and 1996 Spec Miata - Race Cars SUPPORT TEAM WINSOME RACING - WRL, CHUMP, LEMONS

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