How often to flush the clutch fluid?
GM makes a fluid specifically for clutches. It's about $12 a bottle, and much further away than AutoZone. What can I say, I'm lazy. 
I ran it when I first installed my Cartek clutch (back in '01). Switched to synthetic sometime last year. Can't say I noticed any difference (except $6 left over for beer 
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I've been running the Valvoline synthetic for a while. No problems here. With either the stock master or the McLeod.
I ran it when I first installed my Cartek clutch (back in '01). Switched to synthetic sometime last year. Can't say I noticed any difference (except $6 left over for beer ).I've been running the Valvoline synthetic for a while. No problems here. With either the stock master or the McLeod.
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I use the Valvoline Synpower stuff as well... I use their power sterring fluid, brake fluid, etc.
I like the fact that the stuff is clear, I can easily see if my fluids are 'contaminated' or 'funky' looking. Then it's time to change...
So far I have had NO leaks or other problems using their stuff, and I guess it is ok to use in the Camaro because it does have a GM spec number on it.
Brake pedal 'feel' improved after flushing with the stuff too... They felt a slight bit more aggressive.
I like the fact that the stuff is clear, I can easily see if my fluids are 'contaminated' or 'funky' looking. Then it's time to change...
So far I have had NO leaks or other problems using their stuff, and I guess it is ok to use in the Camaro because it does have a GM spec number on it.
Brake pedal 'feel' improved after flushing with the stuff too... They felt a slight bit more aggressive.
