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Chuck G

01-02-09 12:36 PM

For cleaning chains I use Pedro's Orange Peelz and shop rags. I use nitrile mechanics gloves so I don't get it on my skin.

For cleaning the frame, rims, hubs on the bike I use water, paper towels, shop rags, old toothbrush, and a cleaning brush that sort of looks like a paint brush. For grimy spots on the frame Mr. Clean "magic erasers" work great.

Mr. Underbridge

01-02-09 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike (Post 8080289)

You know, I am starting to see the logic in not removing and cleaning chains. I notice that breaking a chain in order to throroughly clean it seems to weaken the chain.

I suppose on of those chain cleaning tools would be OK, but I don't think you can really get the grit out of the working part of the chain unless you take it apart and give it a tumble in a jug full of solvent.

Yeah, most people recommend not breaking the chain to clean it. Master link would be one option, but I'd rather just remove the wheels from the derailer and get the chain out that way without breaking it. I'd do the same when swapping derailers.

john mariner

12-30-19 08:44 AM

I use spray degreaser for my bikes and my friends also have been using spray degreasers for a long time what I usually do is I put it clean the equipment for example a chain and rinse it of so it does not damage it Yyou should also do the same

alan s

12-30-19 12:47 PM

You can use Starbucks to clean your chain.

bpcyclist

12-30-19 03:49 PM

Most effective degreaser I ever used? Off Oven Cleaner--without a doubt. But it stripped the finish off my rear wheel, so, new wheels on the way. One way to get new wheels, I suppose... Idiot.

Just thoroughly cleaned the bike with a toothbrush and dish detergent/water. Took 82 minutes. This is what the front looks like two rides after that cleaning.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...a84a632996.jpg

Racing Dan

12-30-19 05:05 PM

If you absolutely must degrease, then brush on some mineral spirits with an old paint brush, let sit for a minute, then wash/hose as per usual. Very effective and only a minimal amount is needed

Racing Dan

12-30-19 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by bikecopxxx (Post 8061153)

i used spray degreaser on the whole bike when i started out...i am convinced it stripped the grease out of all my bearings and caused free-hub failures and other issues. If you use it keep it away from bearings/seals. It is thin and can pass right thru seals. Now i wash with water only and not that often.

this!

lazi_me

01-12-20 01:53 AM

WD works well for me. But keep it on the chain only.

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