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bike degreasing and oiling..

  • 15-11-2010 2:46pm
    #1
    cojomo2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,220 ✭✭✭


    haven't cleaned my bike for the 1st time yet and am going to give it a go today.

    so, first off, I plan on cleaning as much as I can with hot soapy water,rag and toothbrush, then I will apply a degreaser. Is there much of a difference between the aerosol variety and the pump ones(like on a window cleaner bottle)?

    After this I will be applying lube, but I'm unsure if I should go with a dry or wet lube, or even both?

    I use the bike to commute every day and for a weekend cycle (40-50k), so it does see its fair share of rain.

    any pointers appreciated. Thanks.


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  • #2
    iregk
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,235 ✭✭✭iregk


    cleaning and lubing your chain.
    http://bicycletutor.com/chain-lubrication/


  • #3
    Planet X
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,004 Mod ✭✭✭✭Planet X


    Use very little soap in the water. The detergent will strip grease from hubs etc over time. Just use half a bucket of warm water will do, brush.
    Best thing is to put it up on a bike stand, remove the wheels and wash down with warm water. Do the rims/wheels separately. Wipe the spokes. Don't wash the hubs with detergent or anything.

    You can take the chain off completely and soak it in diesel / petrol or something. Wash it and re oil. replace.
    I have access to an ultrasonic cleaner at work and it gives it a good ol rattle.


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