JasoninHalifax wrote:
SBRcanuck wrote:
cloy wrote:
What is one losing by using a generic paraffin wax instead of a bike-specific wax? I know there was some data out there, but I am unable to find it right now. I’m debating using regular paraffin wax for training chains and using the bike-specific stuff for a race chain (if it’s warranted).Probably not that much difference, but given that a pound of Molten Wax is something like $20 and will last 1 - 2 years, is it really that difficult a decision?
You really underestimate how cheap, I mean frugal, I am ;-)
I use whatever Canadian Tire has in the canning section. Right now I’m using Parowax, I need about 1/4 of a block to have enough in the mini crock pot to wax a chain.
I have some MSW here if you ever want to stop by and grab a cup full to try. I doubt it is much different than what you use, but you are welcome to try it.
Dr. Alex - I've used NFS and Rock n Roll Gold in the past. As far as lubes, they work great and I don't really care about the extra watt I might save with wax. What I care about is how freaking clean the chain and parts are when using wax, the fact that I can grab the chain during a wheel change and get nothing on my hand, and throw my bike in the car and not get black oil/grease on everything.