How you can wax your chain is probably one of the vital requested questions we get right here at Merlin Cycles in our store. Fortunately Silca have made life loads simpler with their Final Chain Waxing System. On this weblog, we break down the steps to utilizing the Final Chain Waxing System and to realize the most effective outcomes for straightforward bike upkeep.
Begin with a model new chain!
It’s best to begin the waxing course of with a model new chain. Which means that solely the manufacturing unit grease is on it, and no deep clear is required. It’s also advisable to see what your chain put on is like on the one being eliminated as now could be an ideal time to exchange any worn cassettes, chain-rings or jockey wheels (once more – saving a deep clear of this stuff earlier than utilizing a waxed chain).
Arrange The Silca Final Chain Waxing System
This can be a very easy to do course of and you’ll solely want a cross-headed screwdriver for attaching the chain holder. Then it’s merely a case of discovering an acceptable space to do the method, free from litter and away from edges and pets/kids – the wax will get HOT!
Add Wax
Add Silca Secret Chain Mix Scorching Soften Wax to the pot so the granules sit 20mm beneath the highest. If utilizing a model new chain, additionally, you will need to take away the manufacturing unit grease they arrive with. This may be performed on the identical time within the pot by utilizing the Silca StripChip Scorching Soften Chain Degreaser – simply merely add one chip to the wax. Alternatively, you should utilize the Silca Final Chain Stripper and Wax Prep in a jam jar with the chain in to take away the grease.
Thread The Chain
The chain wants the Chain Coupler thread by means of it roughly each 6/7 hyperlinks in order that it may be hung from the highest of the pot. This additionally makes it straightforward to decrease into the pot and take away later.
Flip Up The Warmth!
In the event you’re utilizing the StripChip and de-greasing a model new chain flip the warmth as much as 125°. As soon as this temperature is hit and the wax melted, decrease the chain into the wax and swirl it round for 30 seconds. Go away for 10 minutes to permit the wax to penetrate all through all of the hyperlinks. Then merely flip the pot all the way down to 75°. As soon as this temperature is hit, elevate the chain up and hold it to drip dry from above.
In the event you’ve already de-greased the chain and never utilizing the StripChip, the pot solely must be at 75°. As soon as the wax is melted, decrease the chain into the wax, swirl it round for 30 seconds and depart for 10 minutes. Then take away to hold and funky.
Break the Hyperlinks
The chain as soon as cooled shall be now fairly stiff and inflexible. Merely bend every hyperlink each methods to free them up after which match to the bike with a clear drivetrain. It may well take 15-20 minutes of using for the chain to be correctly damaged in, however you at the moment are using a waxed chain.
Chain Waxing Advantages
The most important profit that most individuals say is how clear their drivetrain stays. Because of the lack of oil, there isn’t any filth that will get caught to the chain so the entire bike is less complicated to scrub after a experience, rushing up bike upkeep. And simply suppose, no extra oily stains on them contemporary white socks!
One other profit is watt-saving and fewer put on and tear. So you’ll be saving vitality while pedaling. Additionally as a result of lack of filth being interested in the chain you’re eradicating the grinding paste that may construct up inflicting parts to wear down extra shortly. Once more, much less bike upkeep.
Upkeep of the Chain
As soon as the chain has been submerged in sizzling soften wax, you’ll be able to ‘top-up’ the wax utilizing a wax based mostly lubricant such because the Silca Tremendous Secret Chain Lube. This provides contemporary wax to the hyperlinks and retains it working quietly and easily. After round 250-300 miles (will depend on using circumstances) you’ll need to repeat the method of placing the chain in sizzling soften wax. Although in fact, the degreasing course of can now be skipped.
To make it straightforward, we’ve compiled the Final Chain Waxing Bundle that makes it straightforward to get began. This consists of;
- The Silca Final Chain Waxing System
- Silca Stripchip
- Silca Secret Chain Mix Scorching Soften Wax
Get your bundle right here – Silca Chain Waxing Bundle
