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Old 12-02-06, 09:33 AM
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Originally Posted by ax0n
You think the chain will hold up to frequent disassembly? Should I just cyclone/lube it daily, then take it apart once every week or two for a more thorough cleaning?
The link absolutely will hold up just fine, no matter how often you take it apart. Do not put lube on a dirty chain, ever. If you do, you will have created grinding compound (grit suspended in oil) and transported it right into the rollers, where it will do maximum harm. Clean the chain, then lube. If you don't have time to do a full clean and re-lube, just wipe down the chain after each ride but *don't* re-lube until you clean it.
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