Bicycle Mechanics - Citrus-based degreasers, or other options?

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ablang
08-04-08, 12:48 PM
A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...

Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green (about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?

Booger1
08-04-08, 01:06 PM
I don't like citrus cleaners myself but those should work as well as the rest of them.
Metaluna
08-04-08, 01:16 PM
I'm not crazy about citrus cleaner either (is it reusable like mineral spirits, and if not, how exactly are you supposed to get rid of the stuff safely once its full of dissolved chain oil and grease?). But if you have a Home Depot in your area, you should be able to find gallon jugs of it right next to the Simple Green.