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Chain questions as it relates to my Raleigh Super Tourer

Old 01-30-12, 09:14 AM
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Chain & Huret Jubilee questions...

74' model w/NOS Stronglight 93 chain rings (dual), a new IRD 5 sprocket freewheel cluster and good / used Huret Jubilee DR's, and a new (although inexpensive) Bell "Speedy Chain for 10-24 speeds":

I've recently started riding this bike after refurbing it with the above components.

I've got two concerns after the first two 10-12 mile jaunts.

1. The chain oil residue is a carbon black after I perform a wipe down on the chain proper. The chain came new oiled, but since then I've lubed it with "Finish Line Dry Teflon Lube". Should I have cleaned the chain of the original oil before using the "Dry" lube (hence I've got this black oil emulsion now)? Or do new black chains typically give off a black residue while breaking in?

2. Additionally, the bike (under power only) gives off an ever so slight (almost indiscernible) clacking sound and bumpy feedback, felt in the pedals.

OKAY. Having said that...I'm nervous about continued use of the cheap chain on my new components, therefore I ordered today a SRAM 870 replacement, just to be on the safe side and rule out the cheap chain causing the black oil and bumpy issue.

With the new SRAM...should I de-lube / clean it first or just switch to a non-dry chain lube for here on out?

One other thought occurred to me while I was readying this post in my head. On my clacking sound and bumpy feedback comment: the rear DR uses a round (verses sprocket profile style) jockey pulley. That in its self means that the round outside diameter runs over the chain link sections with sort of bumpy contact pattern. Can THAT cause a slight noise?


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How worn are the cogs and chain rings? Are there any bent teeth? I only use the Bell chains on flip bikes or low end ones that aren't going to get a lot of riding.

I also clean all brand new chains when I get them so the lube of choice will do it's job. They can't even lube a new hub properly from the factory anymore, I doubt they will do any better on a chain.

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New IRD freewheel cluster and brand new chain rings.

Yeah, I've been unhappy with my chain selection since day one. It was the only option and a convenient purchase at the time, hence...a new chain is on it's way.

Cleaning and re-lubing a NEW (pre-lubed) chain shouldn't be necessary (I would think) but if switching types of lube...I can see it. Certainly can't hurt to do as you suggest though.

I should also add that I've checked for and have no DR cage interference issues, on the noise side of my concerns.

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*Bump*

Anyone w/Huret Jubilee rear DR use / experience?
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You're not supposed to take off the manufacturers lube, its the best you'll get. Just clean it and put your own on once it all comes off the first time you rain ride and hose it off. As for the clacking, get it on the stand and pedal away see if you hear anything.
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You're not supposed to take off the manufacturers lube, its the best you'll get
So even if the original lube is apparently petroleum based, using a "dry" teflon lube for subsequent lubrication is OKAY? That's what I'm trying to determine at this point. I would think that the two won't mix.

Don't have a bike stand, but I can improvise on that for a noise search. I was just looking for other Huret fashioned rider input, maybe some info similarities.

From the SRAM site, as apparently provided on new chains: "GLEITMO™ — biking's best chain lubricant — coats chain for superior protection against friction and dirt."

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I would not mix two different kind of lubes.
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The SRAM chains are perfectly well lubed from the factory. Ride it as is, wipe it off with a dry cloth after each ride. You will be good for hundreds of miles. Then, when it begins squeaking or if you just can't stand to wait, clean and lube with whatever you prefer.
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