Taking Care Of Rusty Bicycle Chains - Chain Lube _____________________________________________________________________________________
By Baon Gaos - http://bikechainlube.net/
The most important part of a bicycle is obviously the chain. This is because the chain is the 'engine' of the bicycle. The chain together with the pedals is responsible for transmitting energy from our leg muscles to the machine hence bringing about the motion. Rusting of the chain makes it weaker and prone to break ups and wearing out of the chain.
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Preventing rusting is perhaps the best way to maintain your bicycle chain. However, if it is already damaged then fixing it will be a cheaper option than replacing the whole chain. Rusting occurs when metals get it contact with moisture under certain conditions. Unused bicycles are the most prone and hence should be stored correctly. Covering the bicycle is one of the precautions. This will prevent moisture from penetrating to the metallic parts especially the bicycle chain. Fixing a rusty bicycle chain depends on how badly the rust has spread. If the chain is not heavily rusted, a simple clean up of the chain will fix it. However if the rust has really spread, then a little more work will be needed or you might be forced to replace the whole chain. Before starting the procedure, make sure you have; Light hammer
PetrolTowel or just a piece of cloth Hand protection Screw driver (flat) Bicycle lube Degreaser Brush (Steel bristles) First check if the all the chain links are moving freely by inspecting the chain all through. Putting the bicycle upside down and then peddling with your hand is perhaps the quickest way to do this. If the pedals do not stick then the damage is not that bad. If the pedals are stuck, then you will have to check the links one after the other. To do this quickly, remove the chain by identifying the master link, in most cases it has a different color, and use the screwdriver to disconnect it. Soak the chain in gasoline for some hours and scrub it with a brush to remove any stuck debris and rust deposits. Confirm all the links are moving freely by moving them back and forth. Wipe with a towel and inspect the chain for any leftover debris.
Attatch the chain back to the bike and pedal with your handle to see if it is free moving. Use the degreaser to remove any leftover debris and wipe off the any of the debris that might have splattered. Then you will need to lubricate the chain link by link to prevent future rusting and to keep in good condition. Your biycle is now ready for a test ride!
Test ride the bike near your home and you should NOT use it for hiking or racing purposes. This is because the chain might be weak due to the wearing out caused by the rust. There is also a possibility of the chain been loose which will need to be tightened before any major riding. A single gear bicycle will take you a couple of minutes to fix with basic tools but a multiple gear bicycle might require a gear tool. You can borrow a gear tool from a friend or just buy a cheap second hand one.
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