But my brand new chains always *come* with gook on them
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01-18-2007, 09:30 AM #1
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01-18-2007, 11:34 AM #2
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When I cleaned my chain last week, I spent more time running it through a towel than I did in the chain cleaner. I think it's the cleanest I've ever gotten it.
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01-18-2007, 12:47 PM #3
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My understanding is that is simply a protective lubricant to prevent rust more than anything else - that's why you always need to lube an "out of the box" new chain.
Originally Posted by CA_in_NC
But my brand new chains always *come* with gook on them I'll be interested to see what results you get, though...Sarah
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