Andrew Reed
Long live Dan Diez! Demon Semen is alive and well in Flagstaff, AZ.
At least I think it is. I'm scared to google it to find out.
On Mar 4, 2008, at 12:52 PM, Don Whitehead wrote:
> Certainly the most entertaining branding and packaging for chain
> lube was Demon Semin. Unfortunately it has been gone for around 20
> years. Ross Schaefer may still have some.
>
> 2008/3/4 Erik Long :
> EXACTLY! Thank you, Dan.
>
> It's entirely unnecessary to remove your chain to lube it. The low-
> viscosity (and I stress "LOW") lubricants that are made for bicycles
> will get into the chain pivots and bushings quite easily, simply by
> dripping it onto the full length of the chain.
>
> ALL YOU HAVE TO DO TO KEEP YOUR CHAIN CLEAN IS WIPE OFF THE EXCESS
> LUBE UNTIL YOUR CHAIN LOOKS DRY. It's that simple.
>
> Cleaning is a different story, and it can be beneficial to remove
> the chain. In fact, from a mechanic's eye view, Brian's recommended
> method may be the best I've heard of. I'll actually try that on my
> next chain-cleaning here in the shop.
>
> Here's Brian's cleaning method for those who may have missed his
> email:
>
> Use full strength Simple green with a large plastic bottle. Put the
> chain in the bottle and shake vigorously (bang it around). Take the
> chain out and let the cleanser sit until the dirt settles to the
> bottom. Put a big magnet into the bottle and this will help pull
> the dirt/metal powder out of the solution. Then pour off the clean
> stuff and repeat the process several times.
>
> Just be sure to check the wear on your chain first. Even a clean
> chain will wear out your cogs and chainrings if it has stretched/has
> worn bushings.
>
>
> From: dan@bicyclerepairman.us
> To: mikekath240@hotmail.com; obra@list.obra.org
> Date: Tue, 4 Mar 2008 09:49:08 -0800
>
> Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] Lube question
>
> After reading two suggestions of inundating the chain with lube by
> shaking or soaking, I have to speak up.
> Any lube beyond the inside of the bushings is only going to create
> the very gunk you trying to avoid.
> Drip oil onto a clean chain at the point where bushing and side
> plate meet. any oil that gets on the outside should be wiped off.
>
> Serious: http://sheldonbrown.com/chains.html
> Humorous: http://sheldonbrown.com/chainclean.html
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: michael kath
> To: 'obra'
> Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2008 9:08 AM
> Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] Lube question
>
> Shake that flock of seagulls with MX lube (like PJ1) comes out the
> can as foam and stays on the chain. Pick up a large cheap can at any
> dirt bike shop.
>
>
> From: bengelen@comcast.net
> To: davecampbell828@charter.net; obra@list.obra.org
> Date: Tue, 4 Mar 2008 08:26:59 -0800
> Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] Lube question
>
> For me,
>
>
> Same thing but White Lightning. Put chain in Ziploc bag, add some
> lube, shake-shake-shake, remove chain, dry with rag, install.
>
>
> For super wet conditions, same process with Pro Link.
>
>
> For muddy conditions, take Pro Link oil with you for mid-ride
> maintenance.
>
>
> From: obra-bounces@list.obra.org [mailto:obra-bounces@list.obra.org]
> On Behalf Of Dave Campbell
> Sent: Monday, March 03, 2008 10:28 PM
> To: obra
> Subject: [OBRA Chat] Lube question
>
>
> I have used Pedro's Ice wax for yrs. Love it because of
> cleanliness. However...
>
> I have become convinced with recent long rides that it really isn't
> much of a lubricant! Seems to flake off (the clean thing) and chain
> is squeaky/dry by end of a 4/5 hr ride. When I go to dry areas like
> Arizona it is pretty un-lubing from the get go!
>
>
> What are people using that lasts, protects, is good in wet, but
> doesn't get all black/gunky (like triflow used to) and make a big
> greasy mess!
>
>
> ???
> Thanks,
> DC
>
>
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