Vlamrouge Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 Question. Is this normal after a wash?I used my chain cleaner with water and Cleen Grean and then applied Smoove afterwards. Not sure if it should look like that or if I'm being paranoid. I am aware of the dust still there, wasn't the easiest to clean my bike in the basement parking of my complex (the joys of living in a complex) as the light isn't the greatest down there.
Rudi Pollard Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 Question. Is this normal after a wash? Not sure if it should look like that or if I'm being paranoid. No it should definitely not look like that. That does not even look like its been attempted to wash!!! Spoke101 1
V12man Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 Question. Is this normal after a wash?I used my chain cleaner with water and Cleen Grean and then applied Smoove afterwards.Not sure if it should look like that or if I'm being paranoid.I am aware of the dust still there, wasn't the easiest to clean my bike in the basement parking of my complex (the joys of living in a complex) as the light isn't the greatest down there. Not cleaned properly - not even close.
Super Sywurm Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 I wash my bike like I wash my car. I use a hosepipe to get rid of most of the dirt, wash it with car shampoo, a bucket and a sponge. Rinse it off again. When it's dry, the bike gets oil and 'spook pis' where it needs to get it.
Vlamrouge Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 Got off early from work today. So reattempting this. Brush ready + more Cleen Grean + better light. V12man and TK-Sp3cialiSt 2
Rudi Pollard Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 Got off early from work today. So reattempting this. Brush ready + more Cleen Grean + better light. My wife would give me a proper PK if I attempted that!!! BenReaper, Vangar, Vlamrouge and 3 others 6
rudi-h Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 Don't use a high pressure spray. I only use a high pressure hose with clean green. obviously not directing the spray directly into seals etc. but its really the only practical way unless you have the time to spend 30 minutes after each ride with friggin earbuds and all sorts of solvents or to carry it into your bath etc. as has been suggested on this fred.
Vlamrouge Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 (edited) Regarding Cleen Green. I've heard people say it is too strong and will damage the cassette. What is the opinion on that? Also, where should it be applied and where not? edit: typo. Edited June 30, 2014 by tinycle
V12man Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 I only use a high pressure hose with clean green. obviously not directing the spray directly into seals etc. but its really the only practical way unless you have the time to spend 30 minutes after each ride with friggin earbuds and all sorts of solvents or to carry it into your bath etc. as has been suggested on this fred.Clean green does not work very well at all as a solvent - I use a deagreaser from Tri-det chemicals in Linden - apply with a small brush to chain and sprockets, spray whole bike with muc off, and wash - takes 5 min.
Dewald3 Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 What would be the best grease to use after cleaning and doing routine services???
V12man Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 What would be the best grease to use after cleaning and doing routine services???What do you want to grease after cleaning? I usually use Bel-ray waterproof grease for most things on the bike - cheap and good.
Dewald3 Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 (edited) What do you want to grease after cleaning? I usually use Bel-ray waterproof grease for most things on the bike - cheap and good. well, I actually want to start servicing my bike, started collecting some tools but wasnt sure what grease to get for stuff like ( installing BB, replacing/cleaning headset)... and where is the best place to buy grease from? Edited June 30, 2014 by Dewald3
Gen Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 Got off early from work today. So reattempting this. Brush ready + more Cleen Grean + better light. That's a brilliant idea.. in someone else's house.
GrantRH Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 The only things you need to grease are the bearings: headset, hubs and BB.
V12man Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 well, I actually want to start servicing my bike, started collecting some tools but wasnt sure what grease to get for stuff like ( installing BB, replacing/cleaning headset)... and where is the best place to buy grease from?http://worldofaccessories.co.za/index.php/cleaning-lubricants/lubricants/bel-ray/belray-waterproof-grease.html
Schwynn Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 Buy a tin of Rally No Hands and spray those areas that wont come clean. Leave until most of the stuff has dripped off. spray with some water and wash or brush, as you wish. Dry. Thank me later.
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