| Re: Transmission fluid as a chain lubricant?
plin321@aol.com wrote:
> I use auto transmission fluid on the chain of my motorcycle, as a lot
> of motorcyclists do. Chains on motorcycles are different from bicycles,
> however, in that they contain grease inside the links, which is the
> primary lubricant. The trans fluid serves mainly to protect the
> external parts of the chain from the elements.
> I'm wondering if this would be good to use on bicycle chains as well.
I don't see the advantage on a bicycle chain. Just use foaming
motorcycle chain lube on the bicycle chain, if you don't want to
submerge the chain in chainsaw oil or 30W motor oil.
Just avoid all the so-called "dry" lubricants.
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