Anybody know what kind of oil to use on the chain of my bicycle??????
813809
One of best lubricant out there is ProLink Chain Lube. I see others are saying WD 40, I personally wouldn't use it on a bike chain because it tends to evaporate leaving you with very little lubrication.\n\nWD 40 is an excellent cleaner to clean your chain with but that's about its extent and after you're done with cleaning you need lube with something else.\n\nRemember it's the rollers inside the chain that need lubrication not the outside of the chain. So many people tend to believe that once the chain is oily that's all that's required and that would be completely wrong.\n\nProLink promotes smoother shifting, it doesn't build up like alot of lubes so there's less cleaning, and you can also use it on your cables and derailleurs.and anything else that needs lubing.
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Get a bunch of rags and wipe down the entire bike, get as much of the dirt off as you can. For the drive train, get a citrus degreaser and spray down all the parts. Get a rag and scrub all the dirt off the chain, the cassette, and the chain rings. Also get the derailers. After everything is clean and dry lube all the moving parts with your favorite bicycle lube. Every once in a while its a good idea to take all the drive train components off the bike and give them a good solvent bath. It only takes a couple of tools and a little but a add years to your bikes life.
478177
I would suggest the same size chain as the one you're replacing. That usually seems to work best.
1105918
This is still manufactured? What do you use it for? I've used Mink Oil on my leather jacket and boots to keep them supple and waterproof. This do the same think?\n\nOr do you cook with it?
983691
go to www.danscomp.com  or look up J&R Cycles online store they will have what you are looking for.  Oh and to the guy that said that Euro BB arnt used much anymore is nuts 90% of bmx bikes use Euro BB that are of good quality anyway.
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WD-40 - Don't use it on your brake pads, unless you don't really want working brakes. Get proper bike lube, and ensure that all of the pivot points on your brake calipers or cantilevers are well lubricated. Also ensure that your brake cables (inside the cable housing) are properly lubed.\n\nWith regards to the squeaking, there are a couple of things you can try.\n\n1. File or sand down your pads to remove any glazing. Glazed brake pads are often quite hard, and will often cause the unwanted squealing. If this fails, you can buy new brake pads. The brake manufacturer's pads are ideal, but there are many aftermarket manufacturers that produce great brake pads (Aztec, Kool Stop, Ritchey, to name a few).\n\n2. Toe in your brake pads. Many brakes have play in the cantilever or caliper arms such that when you apply the brakes, the play in the arms and the rotation of the wheel will bring pull the pads flat and into full contact with the rim. 99% of the time, this will eliminate the squeal.
100564
Perhaps you are thinking of SR Suntour.  They make components for bikes but I don't think they make bikes.\n\nHere is the SR Suntour weblink:http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/standard.xml?vpID=113
658825
Try a bike tube repair kit. It might work.
419981
Use some toothpaste . It really works !Wont scratch either . There is another kind of creme called Mothers Mag and we use it on our Harley Davidson to bring out the shine . Takes some elbow grease but there is not much else that is better . You can find it at motorcycle shops and sometimes at a Wal-Mart .
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Try this link:\n\nhttp://www.biketiresdirect.com/categories.asp?cat=ti&tnum=147887&c=197068
779935
Use Good Engine oil for the Best Speed for your PC. HA HA HA dont mind.
301778
Maintenance of your drive train is the best thing you can do to keep your bike in good working order.  I would stay away from stuff like WD-40 and other such products not designed for chain lubrication.  I have found that lubricants with the Teflon and such leave too much residue on the chain.  I like ProGold (www.progoldmfr.com) myself.  I started using it based upon a recommendation from Uncle Al in the RoadBikeRider weekly newsletter (it's free and offers a lot of helpful advice on cycling in general.  Sign up at RoadBikeRider.com).  Uncle Al provides a lot of technical advise about bike maintenance.  \n\nAs far as how often you should lube your chain, that will depend upon the riding conditions in which you ride.  Wet conditions will force you to lube more often (also remember to wipe the entire bike down after wet rides especially).  I try to give the bike a quick wipe down after every ride.  You can get the ArmorAll makes some wipes that have an orange degreaser in it that I find work well.  One wipe and a paper towel or rag will keep you bike looking great (and help you identify if anything needs repair.  It is better to find this out at the end of a ride rather than when you get all decked out to go for a ride or worse, on the road).
999196
it might be that the chain isint on the same gear..or the gears that are alinged with each other.....you could try to get some oil libricant at a hardware store...to put on the gears and chain..
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oil do my best to answer this one
291496
...get the Specialized... just my opinion from an old cyclist. ...and remember!  Old cyclists never die, they just lose their bearings!
783321
It is not a good idea but here is a quick list of things you can do.\n1. get a cover, UV rays from sun will breakdown the paint, seat and grips and tires if you don't.\n2. Ride it often, your bike is less likely to suffer neglect and you will find problems sooner if you just ride the thing.\n3. Condition the rubber with Rubber protectorant, this helps slow the UV breakdown. \n4. do not over lubricate the bike, only the chain needs occasional lube, if it squeaks you waited too long, lube chain with dry lube then wipe off excess.\n5. only if you live in coastal or wet environment should you be concerned about rust, but you can apply rust inhibitor, (this is where keeping inside helps, because a dry clean bike is a happy bike.\nRide On...
860364
take off your cranks and tighten everything and oil it all. this will make it run smoother and your parts wont come lose, maybe get a new B.B. if that one is old. Tighten that lock nut realll good and you will be in good shape.