Pookster6

Hi, guys. Another elementary question - where do I check the brake fluid on my 55 Olds 88? I think it is a small dipstick on the drivers side by the steering column with a little triangle on top that screws out. Is this correct? ALso, what type of brake fluid should I be using? Thanks!

citcapp

your correct that is the master cylinder for your car. Use Dot 3 brake fluid

Pookster6

Great, thank you for taking the time to answer!!

BeantownEnglish

So I’m late on this thread but I’m also having issues locating the master cylinder fill on my 55 olds 88. I have no dip stick on the drivers side. Any ideas guys?

Tedd Thompson

It is there if you are talking about a power brake set up. It is below the steering column and slightly to the rear. doesn't look like a engine dip stick but a small flat spade thingy threaded top on the master.

It's a bit hard to top off with out ether a long skinny funnel or some clear plastic tubing attached to a bottle (like what is used in a diener for ketchup) . Don't drip it on your paint or it will remove it....Tedd

ignachuck

I use one of these:

If you google "tatoo bottle" you'll find them. Tedd's diner ketchup bottle suggestion works well also.