Featured Well, That's Me Done With Chain Wax

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  1. Flashp

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    #1 Flashp, Sep 15, 2019
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    Thought I'd share this, I got a bit ticked off with the sticky nature and slightly messy application method of many waxes and so decided to give gear oil a try on two of my bikes. The most successful was 140w oil and was applied to a clean chain with a stiff'ish stubby brush. I didn't need much at all and there was very little excess to wipe off once applied. These photos were taken after a ride of 110 miles. I'm reallyimpressed, It's quick to apply and doesn't collect grit etc and is cheap.
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  2. Flashp

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    #2 Flashp, Sep 15, 2019
    Cheers, nice of you to say
     
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  3. joe mc donald

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    #3 joe mc donald, Sep 15, 2019
    Flashp
    Yes second Duckadildundee really well kept machine.
    Regards
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  4. Scrambled head

    Scrambled head Well-Known Member

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    #4 Scrambled head, Sep 16, 2019
    I use 80/90 gear oil, works a treat.
    No more overpriced " chain lube"
    I give it a wipe with a cloth between applications and haven't had to clean the chain in 4700 miles.
     
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  5. Wessa

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    #5 Wessa, Sep 16, 2019
    Looks really clean mate.....
     
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  6. Kinjane

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    #6 Kinjane, Sep 16, 2019
    I also use Gear Oil and unless this 140w stuff comes with the same alluring perfume, I ain’t swapping.
     
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  7. Flashp

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    #7 Flashp, Sep 16, 2019
    Yep, it stinks just the same! :p
     
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  8. MrOrange

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    #8 MrOrange, Sep 17, 2019
    Been saying this for years. Chain + oil, kinda obvious, but they do try to sell you these wax products. Load of shite IMHO.

    Yet to replace a chain or sprocket on a road bike.
     
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