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The first time I lubed my chain after bringing my Frontier home I used a generic chain lube from the local hardware store, my dealer was closed that day and I was heading for a ride. Now I got a good non-slinging chain wax that I want to apply to all my chains. What is the best way to clean off the old lube so I can start fresh with the new one?? Spray everything with Simple Green degreaser and a scrub with a brush?? Any time saving or less messy tips to share? thanks.
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Gunk engine cleaner will take all the old grease off. -
Well now that we know how to clean em.....
Whats a good lube to lube em with?
I am nearly ready to take mine down to a bare tub inside and clean/lube/ re-install all the cleaned parts and new hydraulic lines.MUSCATEER 6x6
Kubota 14hp 2cyl diesel engine, Hagen/Rooter transmission Comet 780 Drive/770 Driven 22x12x8 Bearclaw tyres
Soon to add on a ... RHB31 Turbo..guess that would make it a
MUSCA TUR BOTA then eh?
94 F350 4x4 7.3 IDI ZF 5sp
90 Bronco..awaiting a rebuild like no other = Tons and turbo diesel
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Al "Camo pants"Comment
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This might sound odd, but I've always used chainsaw bar and chain oil on any chain. (From bicycles to garage door openers, to of course my 6x6) It has good penetration capabilities, as well as adhesion under high rpms or temperatures. And you really don't have to "SOAK" the chain down. As far as cleaning a chain goes. I find it best to remove and agitate in (AUTO PAINT) enamal reducer. About $15.00 a gallon. It's worth the time and little extra effort in the long run.It's all just nuts and bolts.Comment
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sounds like good way to clean you chain .i use belray chain lube for o ring chains does a great job robbie1999 max 2 18 b&s 22 tires custom . new max iv 23 k 26 i/n tires brown . ht cable promark winch . new toy 1972 attex st400 400ccjlo and she will be bad . ( the frog )
if it don't float with out you getting wet . don't bring it ! 
R.I.P sage rogers 4 11 09 . you can't fix stuped !!!!! raceone 3 .)Comment
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That brings up a good point. If you dip "O-ring" chains in the reducer, don't let them sit too long. The reducer can dry out the rings if left too long. Usually, you only need 5 or 10 minutes. I've done a few o-ring motorcycle chains with no problems. The good thing about the reducer is that it evaporates quickly from the chain, and it doesn't really leave any film. I usually blow the chain w/air just to make sure it's dry before I oil it.Originally posted by rdr View PostIt's all just nuts and bolts.Comment
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Took evil8x8 tips today and sprayed all my chains with engine cleaner, got and old floorbrush and scrub the chains, push the Argo a bit, scrub more, push a bit more, scrub some more, etc... Until all the chains were done.
Got the front tires on some blocks, sprayed everything with the garden hose and let it drain. Sucked the rest with the Shopvac. It did a really good job, even the bottom of the tub looks like new.
Got the air hose to blow most of the water off and I'll let it dry overnight.
Tomorrow I'll re-spray all the chains with the non-flinging chain wax that I got from my dealer.
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