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Originally Posted by Gearbox Paul
Good discussion. I'm also curious what you guys use to clean the chain of old grease, oil and dirt, before applying whichever lube you use. Is it worth buying branded chain cleaners or do some of you just use plain old kerosene?
I found this test https://www.rideapart.com/features/3...eaner-is-best/ on chain cleaners. |
When I clean a chain I soak it in mineral spirits (hardware store paint thinner) for a while, then brush it while working the chain's joints around. Then I hang it to dry long enough to get all the thinner out. Then I use Chainsaver on it.
I realize there is a ton of conflicting advice on the web. I just do what has proven to work well for me. I do believe that wiping a chain with a cloth to "clean" it doesn't do anything except force the gritty dirt between the side plates and under the rollers.
When I start with a clean, non-greased chain and use Chainsaver, I don't get road grit sticking to it, so I really don't have to clean it very often.