79cbxmike Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 I’ve taken to putting on a rubber glove and applying a good coating of standard wheel bearing grease to the drive chain. Comments? :icon_think: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaygermeister Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 Messy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbird Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 I don't think that would penetrate the links and such like you'd want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaygermeister Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 Is it even compatible with o-ring chains? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 You are probably adding unnecessary friction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Para045 Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 I’ve taken to putting on a rubber glove and applying a good coating of standard wheel bearing grease to the drive chain. Comments? :icon_think: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVLXX Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 I’ve taken to putting on a rubber glove and applying a good coating of standard wheel bearing grease to the drive chain. Comments? :icon_think: As a guy that's worked on and used Heavy Earth-moving Equipment for 17+ years, I can tell you that's one of the Worst things you can do..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 I’ve taken to putting on a rubber glove and applying a good coating of standard wheel bearing grease to the drive chain. Comments? :icon_think: As a guy that's worked on and used Heavy Earth-moving Equipment for 17+ years, I can tell you that's one of the Worst things you can do..... Yep, all the dust and crap will now stick to your chain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianmacza Posted August 2, 2010 Share Posted August 2, 2010 Chain wax is better and save the grease for the nexxt meat you attend.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Dave Posted August 6, 2010 Share Posted August 6, 2010 I think my proctologist uses that method, only with a little sand added. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccriderXX Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Hmmm.... I also sense a troll... But I use Dupont Teflon Multiuse Spray at Lowes. On my latest DID X-ring chain I have gotten over 22K miles so far. I almost never have to tighten the chain. I am amazed at how long this chain has lasted. I think the Teflon spray has helped keep the o-rings lubricated. I keep the can in my bag and spray the chain once or twice a day on long rides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Hmmm.... I also sense a troll... But I use Dupont Teflon Multiuse Spray at Lowes. On my latest DID X-ring chain I have gotten over 22K miles so far. I almost never have to tighten the chain. I am amazed at how long this chain has lasted. I think the Teflon spray has helped keep the o-rings lubricated. I keep the can in my bag and spray the chain once or twice a day on long rides. You know I found that stuff 2 yrs ago, and started using it. Early this yr I read an article about it and how much everyone loves it. I thought I was special but guess great minds think alike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OMG Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 Hmmm.... I also sense a troll... But I use Dupont Teflon Multiuse Spray at Lowes. On my latest DID X-ring chain I have gotten over 22K miles so far. I almost never have to tighten the chain. I am amazed at how long this chain has lasted. I think the Teflon spray has helped keep the o-rings lubricated. I keep the can in my bag and spray the chain once or twice a day on long rides. You know I found that stuff 2 yrs ago, and started using it. Early this yr I read an article about it and how much everyone loves it. I thought I was special but guess great minds think alike. I wonder how well it would work in a Pro-oiler? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RXX Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 Remember those bikes that had the chain totally enclosed? I would put one of those on of I could fit it. Until then, Mike, you should look into a pro-oiler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartonmd Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 Eh, I've never actually worn out a chain, but I usually change them about 30k miles... I use the Honda "white graphite" blue can chain lube... Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LogoMan Posted August 10, 2010 Share Posted August 10, 2010 I'm using Tri-Flow. It's good stuff. Now if someone could build a system that would spray it on the chain at the push of a button, I'd be happy. Fuel injector nozzle and a reservoir? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jon haney Posted August 11, 2010 Share Posted August 11, 2010 I'm using Tri-Flow. It's good stuff. Now if someone could build a system that would spray it on the chain at the push of a button, I'd be happy. Fuel injector nozzle and a reservoir? You could get a washer fluid pump and nozzle from a car. (Hopefully the seals will be compatible with petroleum based fluids.) Make sure you get a nozzle that "fans out" a little bit and you will likely need a needle valve or some other device to control the flow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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