Originally Posted by
cyccommute
I use White Lightning exclusively. I clean the chain once when I install the chain. I don't have to 'break and clean the chain and cassette and pulleys with smelly solvents to remove the nasty filthy black goo off everything'...ever! The only time I take a chain off is to replace it or if I have to do something involving derailers.
Nor is my drivetrain dirty. That's the point of using a wax based lubricant. The wax doesn't attract any dirt because there is nothing for the dirt to adhere to. I use it for exactly the same as your method but it's easier to do because I can do it just before a ride, just after a ride, during a ride, on the road, in the backyard, etc. No oven needed.
And you really should try a master link. Far better than the break-off pins.
I already have an oven. Sounds like using White Lightning works great for you and I agree it's nice to be able to carry a small bottle with you for lubing on the road or at work for example.
But still, it's a messy slimy substance compared to pure parrafin wax. You have to apply and wipe with rags and it's nasty stuff to get on your hands and cloths right? Plus you have to buy it-- 4oz costs about what, $6? I wouldn't be surprised to learn that lubing a chain with wax based lubes like White Lightning costs more than simply not lubing your chain (at all) and buying a new chain when it wears out early. I like parrafin wax price--it's almost free to use forever. I hate buying commercial products when I can find cheaper almost free alternatives.
Regarding master links--perhaps someday I will try them but I do have to ask why? Why would I ever need to break my chain?