View Poll Results: Chain Lube: Tri-Flow vs ProLink
Tri_Flow
3
20.00%
ProLink
12
80.00%
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Chain lube: Tri-Flow vs ProLink
03-31-14 | 08:38 PM
#26
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From: lower mitten
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Dry lubes didn't work for me. They either work good only for 10, 20 or 30 miles, or they wash off easily when washing the bike. My chain was never properly quiet with any of them. The worst offender was "The king of lubes"... The most noticeable thing, and probably the only thing that it was doing really good, was creating a red colored mess all around the drivetrain, wheels and the floor. I'm sure it's working well for many, and it's a good moment to remind that " *-Results may, and will vary ".
" Chain lube " topic will always create heated discussions and many different opinions.
04-01-14 | 06:08 AM
#27
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NixFrixShun(tm) aka "NFS" This lube , like ChainL seems to get positive remarks , any body use both and have a preference? Interesting is the application rate is only 10 drops for NFS . Lots of folk praising it's rain worthiness.
04-01-14 | 07:04 AM
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04-01-14 | 07:20 AM
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Believe me, I am no animal. I am almost 50 years old and trying to get back into shape. However, I do ride is some very, very wet weather....
As for cleaning, I am simply wiping the chain with a clean rag - no solvents or "cleaners" invloved. I find 5 minutes with a rag and the chain is very clean. Then I add lube (Tri-flow) to every pin on the inside of the chain. I then let is sit overnigt before the next ride to work.
I measured the chain wear by removing the chain from the bike and measuring across 50 inches (50" *0.50% = 1/4" of stretch). I find mesuring over 50 inches to be more accurate then measuring over 12 inches.
As for cleaning, I am simply wiping the chain with a clean rag - no solvents or "cleaners" invloved. I find 5 minutes with a rag and the chain is very clean. Then I add lube (Tri-flow) to every pin on the inside of the chain. I then let is sit overnigt before the next ride to work.
I measured the chain wear by removing the chain from the bike and measuring across 50 inches (50" *0.50% = 1/4" of stretch). I find mesuring over 50 inches to be more accurate then measuring over 12 inches.
I clean mine in an ultrasonic cleaner every 750 miles and relube with home brew.
04-01-14 | 07:25 AM
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04-01-14 | 07:28 AM
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From: Garner, NC 27529
Bikes: Built up DT, 2007 Fuji tourer (donor bike, RIP), 1995 1220 Trek
I took to using synthetic diesel oil (of appropriate weight) on my motorcycle. Much better buffering, oil came out much "cleaner" at change then other types...
04-01-14 | 11:25 PM
#32
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How about "neither" as a choice on the poll?
Anyway, unless you're an animal, riding extreme terrain (maybe commuting to the weather station at the top of Mount Wsashington), you get terrible service out of your chain.
I suspect is wasn't the lube, as much as you killing the chain with kindness. Cleaning and oiling too often tends to flush out good lubricant, and carry in dirt, and can be counterproductive.
It also depends on what you're cleaning the chain with, because the cleaning solvent, can keep fresh oil from wicking into the chain where it needs to be.
Shimano, recommends against cleaning chains, but sometimes it is necessary. However you should think about washing chains as you would about washing a cat. Do it only when it's necessary, then do it very carefully.
Lastly, I'm bit curious how you measured chain wear. If using a "chain checker" gadget, be aware that these are notorious for reading high, and it's possible your chain was less worn then you thought. Next time confirm stretch using a 12" ruler before replacing he chain (unless you did).
Anyway, unless you're an animal, riding extreme terrain (maybe commuting to the weather station at the top of Mount Wsashington), you get terrible service out of your chain.
I suspect is wasn't the lube, as much as you killing the chain with kindness. Cleaning and oiling too often tends to flush out good lubricant, and carry in dirt, and can be counterproductive.
It also depends on what you're cleaning the chain with, because the cleaning solvent, can keep fresh oil from wicking into the chain where it needs to be.
Shimano, recommends against cleaning chains, but sometimes it is necessary. However you should think about washing chains as you would about washing a cat. Do it only when it's necessary, then do it very carefully.
Lastly, I'm bit curious how you measured chain wear. If using a "chain checker" gadget, be aware that these are notorious for reading high, and it's possible your chain was less worn then you thought. Next time confirm stretch using a 12" ruler before replacing he chain (unless you did).
