Members RobWild Posted July 9, 2014 Members Share Posted July 9, 2014 Okay, minds outta the gutter, folks! I recently revived some old hardware to use on my new Mapex kit. Most of it was in great shape, except the chains on my Pearl double pedal, which were a little gunky and rusty. After doing a little Googling, I picked up a can of Liquid Wrench Chain Lube (http://www.amazon.com/Liquid-Wrench-L711-Chain-Lube/dp/B003542HE0) from the automotive section of my local Walmart. It's made for car, motorcycle, and bicycle chains, but since a kick pedal chain is basically the same as a bike chain, I figured it should work just fine. Man, did it ever! Took the rust off with no problem, and left my chains perfectly oiled up and looking brand-spankin'-new. So I got to thinking, do most people maintain their chains regularly, and if so, what do you use? I've read in numerous places that WD-40 is a big no-no, but I'm curious if there's any sort of "standard" or if people just use whatever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Drumstix101 Posted July 9, 2014 Members Share Posted July 9, 2014 I find that WD-40 tends to attract dirt and dust. It also causes carpets and anything else that it touches to get dirty and soiled. I use Super Lube aerosol spray. Spray it on let it sit for a while; while working the chain; and then I wipe off the excess that is on the surface of the chain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fusionfunk Posted July 9, 2014 Members Share Posted July 9, 2014 Keep in mind, WD-40 although it says "lubricates", was never intended for that.The "WD" in WD-40 stands for Water Displacement and the 40 was the 40th recipe. It really is meant for removing moisture, and mildly lubricates in the process.A teflon based bicycle chain lube, is your best bet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members FitchFY Posted July 10, 2014 Members Share Posted July 10, 2014 Agreed with the above! Any synthetic chain lubricant is great. I actually use what's called Chainj lube (or Synj lube) from a mountain bike company called Pedro's. Since I always have it due to biking, I grease up the pedal once in awhile to keep them smooth and fast. Works great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 1001gear Posted July 10, 2014 Members Share Posted July 10, 2014 Hmm. I have Gibby Intruders ( I think that's the model ) from the late 90s.They have no gears and the chains lay flat like a strap. In my 99% practice only usage, I think I have yet to lube the chains. The springs and u joints are another matter entirely. Every couple hours with silicone spray. I'd prolly do better with graphite powder but haven't bothered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cdawg Posted July 11, 2014 Members Share Posted July 11, 2014 +1 on the silicone spray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SYMBOLIC Posted July 11, 2014 Members Share Posted July 11, 2014 No Chain to lube for me. I do take care of the bearings with lithium grease a couple times a year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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