Guest Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 I want to remove my chain to clean! Is this really stupid but how the hell do I get it off without breaking it?I took a picture of where I think it should part:http://thumbnails109.imagebam.com/31596/aa0210315957398.jpgedit: I just bought some proper chain lube today, whereas before I had this "john deere chain lube" which probably explains the reason for it being so disgusting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 you would have to split it there that is what they call a soft link for when its riveted once you remove it you will need a new rivet and a chain tool to put it back together be far cheaper to just clean it in place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al_stu Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 Either its not a stupid question, or we're both stupid (more likely) as I asked exactly the same question as I wanted to properly scrub my chain! Suppose its one of those parts that will always get mucky, you just do what you can to keep it as clean as possible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 you would have to split it there that is what they call a soft link for when its riveted once you remove it you will need a new rivet and a chain tool to put it back together be far cheaper to just clean it in place Thanks for the help I appreciate it! Either its not a stupid question, or we're both stupid (more likely) as I asked exactly the same question as I wanted to properly scrub my chain! Suppose its one of those parts that will always get mucky, you just do what you can to keep it as clean as possible Hahah true! Because I used such grimey lube, everything around it has become black (that's the reason I wanted to take it off)! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Scub it in situ with a tooth brush and paraffin. Then dry it with rags and lube. Also take off the cover over the gearbox sproket and clean all the crud from behind it - that's where all the chainlube endsup. Or buy a clipon cassette cleaner - don't bother with their cleaning fluid or lube, use paraffin/spirit to clean and then lube as normal. If you use a toothbrush dont forget to wash it off before putting it back in the bathroom or the missus goes mental. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 No such thing as a stupid question mate.......so please don't hesitate to ask if there's something you don't know or want clarification on. ....... I think the question has been covered here......so, good luck...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lumor_uk Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Wax sticks to the chain but also gets flung all over bike then dirt sticks to it. But just using spray lubricant means the chain quickly goes rusty unless applied each trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megawatt Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 What Bob said. You did good by asking the question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banditjohn Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 What they've said +1, not a stupid question if you didn't know the answer A lot of people use WD which other's dispute as it's not good for the O rings I use white spirit and a tooth brush (I don't put it back in the bathroom though) Dry it really well then re-lube it cold and then leave it until the next morning, inthe morning wipe it of with a rag or kitchen roll and go for a 15 min ride to get it warm then re-lube it job done A bit long winded but my chain's last over 15k miles and I do that between 4-500 miles. I know you'll get lot's of different results with different ways of doing them but this works for me and I did try an oiler but didn't get on with it and still cleaned and lubed it manually when I cleaned it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bogof Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 I just bought some proper chain lube today, whereas before I had this "john deere chain lube" which probably explains the reason for it being so disgusting[/color] Leave it be. Fit Scottoiler. Job done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bex Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 DO NOT CLEAN WITH WHEEL ON AND IN GEAR TO 'MAKE IT EASIER' DO IT WITH WHEEL OFF AND ENGINE OFF!!!!!you are probably wondering why i am shouting this at you but, you asked a reasonable question that many haven't and they have done exactly as above and failed. normally resulting in a loss of digit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lumor_uk Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 take the wheel off the bike ? that's a new one on me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeman Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Raise rear wheel, spin it backwards, and only ever clean the bottom of the chain.The problems occur when people spin the wheel in the correct direction and get fingers stuck between the rear sprocket and chain. So by spinning it backwards, you virtually eliminate the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bogof Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 DO NOT CLEAN WITH WHEEL ON AND IN GEAR TO 'MAKE IT EASIER' DO IT WITH WHEEL OFF AND ENGINE OFF!!!!! Wheel off? Really? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fro Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 The problems occur when people spin the wheel in the correct direction and get fingers stuck between the rear sprocket and chain. So by spinning it backwards, you virtually eliminate the problem.+1I did this as a kid and it f**king hurts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeman Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 DO NOT CLEAN WITH WHEEL ON AND IN GEAR TO 'MAKE IT EASIER' DO IT WITH WHEEL OFF AND ENGINE OFF!!!!! Wheel off? Really?Think she meant wheel off the ground.. Not off the bike... At least I hope that's what she meant! Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bex Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 yes its soooo much easier with the wheel off, plus its a two min job the chain then sags and you can get at it better, plus there is no chance what so ever of a 'blond' moment. but if your not brave enough to take the wheel off then wheel off the floor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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