From the "Here We Go Again" Dept:
Originally Posted by tat2dup
What is the best way to clean my chain?
I swear to <insert deity of choice> I must post this once a week
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Repost of the chain cleaning method that's been posted a gazillion times already by me
Originally Posted by Raiyn
You'll need a few things.
- A SRAM power link (makes chain removal a snap)
- A plastic container (I'm partial to Country Time Lemonade powder containers but 20 oz Pepsi bottles work well with the wide mouth)
- Some degreaser (Simple Green works well as does the dollar store's Awesome Orange)
- A toothbrush (One that you no longer use for your teeth)
- Water
- A large rag of some kind
Remove the chain and place it in the container, then fill the container 1/2 to 3/4 full of degreaser.
Seal and shake for a minute or five.
Remove the chain.
Use the brush to get any residual gunk off (there won't be much)
Rinse the chain using water.
Proceed to do a general drying of the chain using the towel (It doesn't have to be perfect as you'll let the rest air dry.)
Reinstall and relube the dry chain
As for chain lube I've been using Boeshield T-9 for a couple years now and I've been impressed with it. Chain cleaner machines are junk in my never so humble opinion.
One other thing, a magnetic wand part grabber can be a big help getting the chain out without making a mess.
