What Lubricant for Argo Chain

[MarryK]

What lubricant should be used for Argo chains? Argo recommends its own, but what's the brand name equivalent? Thank you.

[Rock Doctor]

I use Milcot 220 on my chains, I believe it's a ESSO product. I get it in 5gal pails. It's common in industrial applications, and works very well. Most of the Argo owners that I know use it. I use a paintbrush to apply it, it will not sling off the chains, and it will not wash off either. With the paintbrush, it's easy to apply without contaminating the brakes. It has an ani-slinging agant in it that helps keep it on the chains.
Later

[payshoot]

I like the idea of applying the lube with a brush. Rock Doc, how about some more info on the milcot 220 - can't find it on the internet. This forum is a must read for new argo owners - thanks to all of you for making my adventure easier (and less work).

[Rock Doctor]

Try this:

http://www.imperialoil.com/Canada-English/Files/Products_Lubes/IOCAENINDESMillcot.pdf

I was wrong, it's an ESSO Product.

RD

[MarryK]

I came across Royal Purple's Max-Chain: Royal Purple Chain Lubricant . Thoughts?

[brebett]

Hi, do you use the millcot k 220 on all the chains or if you apply chain lubricant spray for the other chain. What do you think about those spray lub can?
Thank you
Jack

[Rock Doctor]

Hi, do you use the millcot k 220 on all the chains or if you apply chain lubricant spray for the other chain. What do you think about those spray lub can?
Thank you
Jack

I use the Millcot 220 on all the chains, but I do carry a can of spray lube with me just in case I think I have to give it a shot for some reason.

[payshoot]

Thanks for the info Rock Doc. Makes sense to me, just need to find the product or a similar one. Thanks again.

[plott hound]

ive been using amsoil metal protector/chain lube.dries to a waxy like consistancy and wont fling.only trouble is that it takes 3/4 of a can to do all the chains.esso millcot sounds like a cheaper way to go.

[garbie]

I use bar oil, but it makes a mess, flings all over the place, my tub looks like the damn BP spill. Switching to something that doesn't fling would be a definite improvement. I have used motorcycle chain lube too, but its pretty expensive.

[Toynut]

If you have a Lowes hardware store nearby, I would suggest you pick up a can or two of Dupont Teflon multi use chain protectant. I use it on all my chain drive bikes as well as my Max IV.
Here is a write up on it:DuPont Teflon Chain Saver - DuPont Teflon Chain Lube - webBikeWorld


BTW, it stays put on the chain and it will not mess up your tub.

[ve1sar]

Lubricant

Hi All,
The dealer I bought my argo from said not to use anthing but Castrol Chain Lub. Comes in a spray can. He said not to put any grease type product on the chains that may dry. This can wear out chains and sprockts. Another option for you.

[number1cas]

My 2 cents....
Anything that is NOT a wax, I think WD40 is better than the kinds that dry to a waxy coating, you need to get the oil into the chain rollers, it may fling off a bit but just clean the tub once in a while. I have had awesome luck with "Polaris chain lube" from any Polaris atv dealer, stuff is wicked slippery. You can use it for almost anything around the house and yard too. I even used it for my handgun collection with great results. It stays liquid and does not go waxy.

[DanDANthefisherman]

I use napa chain lube and it works very well.

[Zircon]

I tried to purchase the Argo lubricant from the dealer in Atlantic Canada when I first bought my Avenger. He told me they didn't stock it ... didn't use it. Used this instead: Castrol Chainlube - Walmart, Winnipeg, MB, Canada ... that's just a link to show you a photo of the can ... first one I could find when I did a Google search... [CASTROL CHAIN LUBE, you can buy it at Wal-Mart, Home Hardware, etc] I thought it pretty strange, especially since I wanted the Argo stuff, but, what's a guy to do if the main Argo dealer himself doesn't stock it?