Cleaning, Inspection and Lubrication

Cleaning, Inspection, Lubrication
Cleaning Supplies
Basic
1. Water based cleaner e.g. Simple Green
2. Citrus or Soy based degreaser: Ecotech
3. Containers for solvent: spray bottle, small bottle w/pipe
4. Toothbrushes
5. Rags
Optional but very helpful
1. Work stand: Topeak Flashstand, Park PCS-10
2. Chain bath/scrubber tool: Park Cyclone
3. Gear cleaner brush: Park GSC-1C
4. Protective latex/nitrite type gloves: Park mechanic’s gloves
5. Apron
6. Emery cloth
7. Rubbing alcohol
8. WD-40: dissolves rust!
9. Pledge/spray wax
10. Chain tensioner
Inspection Checklist
Look over frame and components for cracks, especially:
o Frame joints, Dropouts, Handlebars
Wheels:
o Tires, Rim sidewall wear/damage flattened rim
o Cracks at rim and hub spoke holes
o Loose/broken spokes
o Hub bearings – spin and check for roughness
Drivetrain, check for:
o Chain/gear cluster wear, Obviously damaged, bent components
Lubrication - Wipe of all excess lube – it just attracts dirt.
o Use lightweight oil e.g. Triflo
o WD-40 is a solvent, NOT a lubricant
o Lube moving metal to metal contact points
o Chain bushings
o Derailer pivots and jockey wheels
o Brake arm and lever pivots