Brake fluid disposal

**DirtyChemist** · August 3rd, 2017

I have about a gallon of brake fluid to disposal of. O Reilly's in Damonte Ranch said they only do oil. Anyone know where I can dispose of this without pouring it into an oil drain pan and making them think it's oil?

**Mr_Scott** · August 4th, 2017

Pretty sure the guys at O Reilly's can't tell the difference......just saying.

**AlpineCJ5** · August 4th, 2017

I thought all the FLAPS oil tanks could take anything oil based like ATF, gear oil, brake fluid, engine oil, blah blah. I've been combining all these fluids into one jug to pour in their tank a few times a year. Hopefully that's still the case and I'm not a huge jackass.

**Mr_Scott** · August 4th, 2017

Originally Posted by AlpineCJ5

I thought all the FLAPS oil tanks could take anything oil based like ATF, gear oil, brake fluid, engine oil, blah blah. I've been combining all these fluids into one jug to pour in their tank a few times a year. Hopefully that's still the case and I'm not a huge jackass.

Same here. Only thing I try and keep out of my "oil" jug is coolant.

**Dennis** · August 4th, 2017

Originally Posted by AlpineCJ5

I thought all the FLAPS oil tanks could take anything oil based like ATF, gear oil, brake fluid, engine oil, blah blah. I've been combining all these fluids into one jug to pour in their tank a few times a year. Hopefully that's still the case and I'm not a huge jackass.

Brake fluid is not oil based.

**maxamillion2345** · August 4th, 2017

It is if you pour it in oil

**maxamillion2345** · August 4th, 2017

Pour it into a mess of floor dry and give it to those nice Waste Management people after its all been absorbedl

**AlpineCJ5** · August 5th, 2017

Not oil based?

Oops

**rlmjr58** · August 5th, 2017

Originally Posted by maxamillion2345

Pour it into a mess of floor dry and give it to those nice Waste Management people after its all been absorbedl

I've heard kitty litter worked too (even the used stuff)...

**maxamillion2345** · August 5th, 2017

Same parent material so yeah definitely.

**jfrey123** · August 6th, 2017

Costco kitty litter is a cost effective solution to making wet waste into dry waste for the purpose of normal disposal.

**nvbirdman** · August 23rd, 2017

Automobile dealership? Jiffy Lube? Automotive brake repair shop?

**DirtyChemist** · August 25th, 2017

I didn't think about a brake shop honestly. I don't know if they'd take my brake fluid since they probably have to pay a hazardous waste disposal fee. Maybe I'll look into it but I might go the "kitty litter plus trash can" way.

**jsnbh2001** · August 25th, 2017

Originally Posted by DirtyChemist

I didn't think about a brake shop honestly. I don't know if they'd take my brake fluid since they probably have to pay a hazardous waste disposal fee. Maybe I'll look into it but I might go the "kitty litter plus trash can" way.

I haven't checked into it personally, but I've read Big O Tire Centers accept brake fluid. Don't know about fees. Anybody else confirm this? I have almost a gallon of this stuff hangin' around I'd like to get rid of…

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**CashMoney** · August 25th, 2017

https://www.washoecounty.us/health/f...osal/index.php

**MCBogger** · August 27th, 2017

I'll take it. Makes good machining lubricant. Easier than my usuall lard and kerosene mixture for cast iron. Pm me and Ill try to meet you somewhere this week.

**69cj5** · August 28th, 2017

Originally Posted by MCBogger

Makes good machining lubricant.

Now, that is something I have never thought of. I am going to have to try that out. Thanks for the tip!!

**DirtyChemist** · August 28th, 2017

Originally Posted by MCBogger

I'll take it. Makes good machining lubricant. Easier than my usuall lard and kerosene mixture for cast iron. Pm me and Ill try to meet you somewhere this week.

I can bring it to Carson City if you want it. I work by the NDOT and DMV Buildings.

**MCBogger** · August 29th, 2017

Ok sounds good. My kids start school thurs of this week so once I drop them off the first day I will head up that way to pick it up whenever is a good time for you. Cell is 704-783-5828. Just shoot me a text or call thurs morn around 9ish and we can figure it out.

**DirtyChemist** · August 30th, 2017

Originally Posted by MCBogger

Ok sounds good. My kids start school thurs of this week so once I drop them off the first day I will head up that way to pick it up whenever is a good time for you. Cell is 704-783-5828. Just shoot me a text or call thurs morn around 9ish and we can figure it out.

Does Friday this week work for you? I'm picking up a trencher in Carson City so I can bring it then. Otherwise I'll probably add some dirt to it this weekend and trash it.