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Oaksong · 08-28-2008, 02:05 PM

Chain O-ring WD-40 exposure effects study and results - ADVrider

So, WD-40 is probably fine.

**Clint** · 08-28-2008, 03:23 PM

Yes, fine as a cleaner (though expensive compared to kerosene). Not fine as a lube.

Easy Rider · 08-28-2008, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oaksong

So, WD-40 is probably fine.

Did you read the WHOLE thread?

I did and the impression I got was: WD40 is probably OK in a pinch but probably NOT good for use all the time.

I noted 2 things in the subsequent posts. At least one brand of chain lube is mostly Mineral Spirits.....which is what I use for cleaning when needed.....which is almost NEVER because......
"If the chain is not too dirty, the operation of lubrication is normally sufficient to clean the chain."

Which is why I lube the chain every 300 miles or so with a few drops of synthetic 90W and when it gets to looking too bad, I wipe it with an old towel or shop rag before adding lube.

As long as you stick with kero or some light oil like diesel fuel, ATF or mineral spirits but NOT a pentrating oil you should be just fine.

P.S. I am NOT trying to convince anybody of anything here. Do whatever you want with your chain.

jjzeal · 10-06-2008, 02:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Easy Rider

Did you read the WHOLE thread?

I did and the impression I got was: WD40 is probably OK in a pinch but probably NOT good for use all the time.

I noted 2 things in the subsequent posts. At least one brand of chain lube is mostly Mineral Spirits.....which is what I use for cleaning when needed.....which is almost NEVER because......
"If the chain is not too dirty, the operation of lubrication is normally sufficient to clean the chain."

Which is why I lube the chain every 300 miles or so with a few drops of synthetic 90W and when it gets to looking too bad, I wipe it with an old towel or shop rag before adding lube.

As long as you stick with kero or some light oil like diesel fuel, ATF or mineral spirits but NOT a pentrating oil you should be just fine.

P.S. I am NOT trying to convince anybody of anything here. Do whatever you want with your chain.

amen to the diesel brother. perfectly acceptable, available and cheap compared to any cleaner.

sra4031 · 10-06-2008, 10:32 AM

WD40 does not lubricate long enough

Easy Rider · 10-06-2008, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sra4031

WD40 does not lubricate long enough

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clint

Yes, fine as a cleaner (though expensive compared to kerosene). Not fine as a lube.

08-28-2008, 02:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
Oaksong Clunked into first gear Joined: Jul 2008 Location: North Carolina Posts: 231	interesting thing on Chain cleaners... Chain O-ring WD-40 exposure effects study and results - ADVrider So, WD-40 is probably fine. __________________ 1998 Suzuki Marauder 800

10-06-2008, 10:32 AM	#5 (permalink)
sra4031 Third gear and cruising Joined: Jul 2008 Bike: '08 Suzuki C50C Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 457	WD40 does not lubricate long enough __________________ Jason B Bour Smyrna, TN boozing and cruzing definitely don't mix

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