Clean Rust from Bike Chain

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  • Опубліковано 15 гру 2024

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  • @5240reza
    @5240reza 2 роки тому +68

    Thank you for this video. I watched it and then used WD40 to clean all the rust off the chain and the sprockets of an old bike using the same brushing technique. It worked like a charm. Did not need anything other than the WD40 and the brush.

    • @diymountainbike
      @diymountainbike  2 роки тому +4

      Excellent 👍

    • @zoard8263
      @zoard8263 2 роки тому +4

      not thank you

    • @newt2120
      @newt2120 Рік тому

      @@larrymartineau7507 thank you Larry

    • @newt2120
      @newt2120 Рік тому +1

      @@larrymartineau7507 can i wash the chain off with water after applying WD40 and brushing? Or do i need to wipe?

    • @taariqq
      @taariqq Рік тому +4

      Some suggest you should not be using WD-40 as it is harmful!

  • @ulixir
    @ulixir 6 місяців тому +8

    My chain got rusted in a month LOL
    Glad I can clean it now!

    • @diymountainbike
      @diymountainbike  6 місяців тому +1

      Good luck, If you keep the chain greased up I've had them last for a long time.🚴🚴🚴

    • @chris103193
      @chris103193 5 місяців тому

      Clean and lubricate your chain every few rides or very minimum once before and after a riding season

    • @ulixir
      @ulixir 5 місяців тому

      @@chris103193 i wish i had better tools for cleaning it though haha

  • @1yearago491
    @1yearago491 Рік тому +9

    This guy has such a relaxing voice

  • @michaelpipkin9942
    @michaelpipkin9942 Місяць тому +1

    Best Grease concoction. 2/3 heavy machinery Grease, 1/3 regular car grease for bearings.
    I know it's specific, I'm just passing on the knowledge. And sprinkle on some WD-40, of course.

    • @diymountainbike
      @diymountainbike  Місяць тому +1

      Nice, I see so many bikes with chains that are squeaky dry.🚴🚴🚴

  • @YG-kk4ey
    @YG-kk4ey 3 роки тому +63

    Grease is needed to prevent future rust, but does it remove previously built up rust as well?

    • @mr.ackermann5587
      @mr.ackermann5587 3 роки тому +19

      no, thats why he is removing the rust this way

    • @drjonesey5
      @drjonesey5 2 роки тому +24

      How would great remove current rust man lol that's why he's brushing it off. The grease helps remove while brushing and keeps it more gentle than just scratching the metal+rust with the brush without grease. Only a chemical can just be placed on Rust and dissolve it but nobody wants to put chemicals on their bike chain as it will weaken it and may be too harsh. So bam, a brush and some grease, then clean it off and use the lube and we should be good to go.

    • @diymountainbike
      @diymountainbike  2 роки тому +6

      @@drjonesey5 You hit the nail on the head. Perfect

    • @MA-vm6jl
      @MA-vm6jl 2 роки тому +4

      @@larrymartineau7507 would wd40 weaken your chain? I heard WD 40 is. No no I’m bike maintenance world

    • @zoard8263
      @zoard8263 2 роки тому +2

      grease is NOT needed. Keep rust.

  • @sapho71
    @sapho71 24 дні тому +1

    Thanks for the tips but wow! How do you live in such a noisy area?

    • @diymountainbike
      @diymountainbike  22 дні тому

      Thanks, with the noise (airport) I guess you get use to it. I've lived out in the country ( 12 miles of dirt roads and had chickens) for years and now in a town. I loved both. Keep pedaling! 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️

  • @Mazdatree
    @Mazdatree 2 роки тому +4

    I never thought about steel wool, thanks

    • @zoard8263
      @zoard8263 2 роки тому +2

      Havw you thought about maybe not de-rusting a perfectly rusty bike chain?!?! Make the world rusty again! 🌍🌎🌏

  • @MrGabrielallon
    @MrGabrielallon Рік тому +3

    I love this product !

  • @enyaisrave2831
    @enyaisrave2831 Рік тому +3

    Mix baking soda and salt and after 2 days the chain i like new.

  • @ryand141
    @ryand141 Рік тому +1

    Hi, where do you get those brushes? Thx.

  • @PatrickGuerrisi
    @PatrickGuerrisi Рік тому +4

    Cant you just remove it and put it in some vinegar over night and wipe it clean?

    • @emmanueldiaz7995
      @emmanueldiaz7995 Рік тому +2

      the vinegar might be too acidic which might result in the chain to dissolve.

  • @albertmacachor2232
    @albertmacachor2232 2 місяці тому +1

    You better remove the chain from the bike and apply rust converter to the chain to make it clean inside out .

    • @diymountainbike
      @diymountainbike  2 місяці тому

      You're exactly right, for a good scrubbing. 🚴👍

  • @boxrexarts
    @boxrexarts 2 роки тому +3

    Can i use brake fluid?

    • @elonramsay2406
      @elonramsay2406 Рік тому +10

      No it was corrode everything.. better use blinker fluid

    • @boxrexarts
      @boxrexarts Рік тому +2

      @@elonramsay2406 thnks i am new to this stuff

    • @elonramsay2406
      @elonramsay2406 Рік тому +1

      @@boxrexarts how old are you

    • @boxrexarts
      @boxrexarts Рік тому +1

      17

    • @richiel5557
      @richiel5557 Рік тому +4

      ​@boxrexarts blinker fluid doesn't exist. That's some old dad joke. Use wd40 like this video or ask someone at your local bike shop and they'll give you a hand

  • @arvidsleimanis2928
    @arvidsleimanis2928 Рік тому

    Thank you for the video!!

  • @Just_Vryatt
    @Just_Vryatt 8 місяців тому +2

    So no need to remove the actual chain.. good news less steps

    • @diymountainbike
      @diymountainbike  8 місяців тому

      Yes you can clean it on the bike. 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️

  • @redist7201
    @redist7201 Рік тому +1

    IT WAS JUST NECESSARY TO SOAK IT IN A SOLVENT

  • @ravs094
    @ravs094 2 роки тому +8

    Hi DIY Mountain Bike, I’m working on a new Cleaning TV Series for Ricochet TV Production Company (the makers behind The Repair Shop on BBC One) & we’d potentially like to feature this video. Could you make your email address available on your channel or website for business enquires?

  • @TheOperatorYT
    @TheOperatorYT Рік тому +3

    If I ddon't have any lube or grease can I use WD40?

  • @scottcrawford9140
    @scottcrawford9140 Рік тому

    1st time watching this guy's vids , just curious, is this millhouse from the Simpsons 😂

  • @jacsonwall
    @jacsonwall 7 місяців тому +2

    Maybe you should figure out how to use that chain checker tool 😂
    ua-cam.com/video/X2tepy-g7NI/v-deo.html

    • @diymountainbike
      @diymountainbike  7 місяців тому

      That video is okay, but this one is better 👉 ua-cam.com/video/MUVtDgv4eLQ/v-deo.html

  • @alistairstark9885
    @alistairstark9885 8 місяців тому +1

    it seems like buying a new chain is more time efficient

    • @diymountainbike
      @diymountainbike  8 місяців тому

      You are exactly right! 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️

  • @ravinespeak3796
    @ravinespeak3796 3 роки тому +3

    Cool

  • @ender4903
    @ender4903 Рік тому

    Kola dökecek.

  • @simonhaywood7219
    @simonhaywood7219 2 роки тому +18

    Absolute rubbish

    • @jazzzzzCat
      @jazzzzzCat 2 роки тому +10

      why?

    • @drjonesey5
      @drjonesey5 2 роки тому

      @@jazzzzzCat Absolute rubbish aka I don't like this so it's trash. So tell me which one applies to you.
      1-Snob Amateur bike rider
      2-Own a Bike shop or works in one
      3-Bike enthusiast (You work on Bikes or buy and fix them)
      I don't see anyone else that would all this "rubbish". You have to be a snob or involved with bikes and think you know better not the average person. Tell me I'm wrong.

    • @jimchou1637
      @jimchou1637 2 роки тому +3

      I just followed his directions and it worked like a charm. So I don't think it's rubbish. Thanks DIY Mountain Bike!

    • @simonhaywood7219
      @simonhaywood7219 2 роки тому +7

      Mountain bike season? There isn’t a season. Just get out there and ride

    • @3cienceaturtles
      @3cienceaturtles 2 роки тому +5

      @@simonhaywood7219 lmfao

  • @seenenough1200
    @seenenough1200 Рік тому +7

    This bike needs more than a chain cleaning.