In my formula ford I have girling master cylinders. I have been using dot 3 synthetic. They have worn out with very little use. Dot 4 is recommended. Is it possible the dot 3 synthetic ate away the seals in the girling mc's?

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.