Whats the best stuff to use? What is the stuff they put on it when its new? i've found that with stuff like WD40 it turns black and makes everything look messy...
Best Bike Chain Oil?
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I used a product called Phil's Tenacious Oil when I was still actively cycling. But that was 10 years ago, I have no idea whats out there now. I just know that Phil's was awesome stuff.
JulesMaximus
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Bicycle or motorcycle?
I've had good luck with Pro Link chain lube.
WD-40 is not a good lube. I wouldn't use it at all. Get a good cleaner/degreaser and a clean the chain off, let it dry and then apply the lube to the inside of the chain and wipe off any excess.
I've had good luck with Pro Link chain lube.
WD-40 is not a good lube. I wouldn't use it at all. Get a good cleaner/degreaser and a clean the chain off, let it dry and then apply the lube to the inside of the chain and wipe off any excess.
Dirigible
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Lots of bike chain lubes will work fine. For oil types, be sure to wipe off the excess after you apply it. Otherwise it'll attact dirt and gunk and make your drivetrain wear out faster.
I like White Lightning because it keeps the chain clean. I don't like it because it doesn't last very long and I have to re-lube.
For the person that asked, they still sell Phil's Tenacious.
My favorite is DuMonde Tech. Expensive, but you rarely have to apply it, and the chain stays clean 'n' quiet. You do have to make sure your chain is very clean before first application. Reviews from mtbr.com: http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/Lube/product_22251.shtml
I like White Lightning because it keeps the chain clean. I don't like it because it doesn't last very long and I have to re-lube.
For the person that asked, they still sell Phil's Tenacious.
My favorite is DuMonde Tech. Expensive, but you rarely have to apply it, and the chain stays clean 'n' quiet. You do have to make sure your chain is very clean before first application. Reviews from mtbr.com: http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/Lube/product_22251.shtml
spray with wd-40 or engine degreaser to clean it, let dry, lube with White Lightning.
Now, if you're doing a lot of riding in sand and stuff you might want to use a dry lube otherwise the wet lube will just turn into gunk.
Now, if you're doing a lot of riding in sand and stuff you might want to use a dry lube otherwise the wet lube will just turn into gunk.
Its a BMX, just bought one as a little runabout around town instead of using my car for short journeys... And to keep active!
Just digging through my bike stuff i found something called "Lube It" By "Swisscare Made By MOTOREX" Apparently its based on vegetable oil!
Anyone got any feedback on this product or vegetable oil based products, i don't think i've ever used it before..
Edit: Just smelled it, it smells like cooking oil! :laugh: i'm not too sure about this stuff...
Also what other points would i have to oil on it, bear in mind its a BMX so no gears or setup like that... I know how to fix bikes up but never really learnt about maintenance like this..
I use Pedro's ice wax... works well on my mountain bike chain
http://www.pedros.com/frame.aspx?url=ht...hoo.com/pedrosusa/lubricants.html?ride
http://www.pedros.com/frame.aspx?url=ht...hoo.com/pedrosusa/lubricants.html?ride
JulesMaximus
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Pro Link is great for bike chains. You can get it for around $6 a bottle at your local bike shop which should last you quite a while on a BMX bike. I've ridden thousands of miles and maybe used half a bottle.
I'll try and pick some up.. Thanks..
It sounds like the bearings on the rear hub need some oil too, will the same stuff be alright?
I used White Lightning for a while, but it built up crud all over my chain. The chain ran fine, but it was covered in a thick armor of grey wax. It was their short-lived "Next Generation" reformulation, and I was lazy and tried to let the "self-cleaning action" do everything.
I've been using ProLink lately, and it seems good. It's recommended by Lennard Zinn, who writes maintenance books and a tech column for VeloNews.
I've been using ProLink lately, and it seems good. It's recommended by Lennard Zinn, who writes maintenance books and a tech column for VeloNews.
suggestion, use the wd to clean it, then go over it with some stuff called pj1 for motorcycles and bikes. that stuff is awesome. Just be sparingly since it will sling a little...
If you do it right, put it on, then take a dry rag and kind of work it in with it.
If you do it right, put it on, then take a dry rag and kind of work it in with it.
Hub bearings are typically loose balls packed with grease. If you service it yourself, you should disassemble, clean, and repack with fresh grease. You need to either keep the old ball bearings or replace them all.
http://sheldonbrown.com/tooltips/hubs.html
irishScott
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Currently Using The Long Distance version of "Finish Line" (green bottle) 'cause there's only one decent bike store where I am and that's what they were selling.
It's held up surprisingly well though.
It's held up surprisingly well though.
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