ogre Posted August 7, 2011 Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 i have no grinder, so suggesting re-grind is not guna happen, what can i do to effectively clean the rim of the oil? i have white spirit, will that do the trick or do i need something better? need replies asap, i'm meant to ride tomorow.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ogre Posted August 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 fo' realsie? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skoze Posted August 7, 2011 Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 Could give it a go. They set fire to it on racetracks (well, they did last time I went to Santa Pod) and we've all taken a blowtorch to contaminated pads at some point in our lives. There's probably a better way round it but I think that'd be the most exciting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogre Posted August 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 i have a shit lighter and no other source of fire... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skoze Posted August 7, 2011 Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 maybe not then Sand the f**ker down? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogre Posted August 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 then i'd be grindless... stupid trials bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake. Posted August 7, 2011 Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 (edited) I read through some "bicycle FAQ's" and looked for an answer, here it is. Cleaning and Polishing Bikes Is it OK to 'jet wash' my bike? Jet washing is OK up to a point. It's excellent for blasting muck off your wheels and frame. Don't point that thing at your bearings however. The jet wash is equally efficient at blasting the grease from your hubs, bottom bracket, headset and pedal bearings. Also, a jet wash doesn't always budge oily grime off, say, the chainstays. That's when you need old fashioned elbow grease, soapy water and scrubbing brush or new-fashioned Muc-Off. And be aware that lube and solvent-abuse can wreck disc brakes. * Only clean rotors with a disc-specific cleaner such as Fenwick's. Edit: ^ Hopefully that's the right answer, if not then some other trials junkie will correct me. Edited August 7, 2011 by OnzaKid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewEH1 Posted August 7, 2011 Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 Get some Fairy Liquid put some on the rim. Use a dish brush with a little water and scrub the rim so it gets all soapy. Soap breaks down oils and grease. Once the rim has been fully soaped up clean off all the soap with water, and job done. It's all about the Fairy Liquid, others are available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paperclip Posted August 7, 2011 Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 I use Carb cleaner ............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali C Posted August 7, 2011 Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 white spirit is oil based and leaves a oily film afterwards, so don't use that. washing up liquid is a form of de-greaser so use that. Otherwise buy a new grinder for £10-£15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andeee Posted August 7, 2011 Report Share Posted August 7, 2011 Pan scrubber? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew62 Posted August 8, 2011 Report Share Posted August 8, 2011 Meths+rag=done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bike_dummie Posted August 8, 2011 Report Share Posted August 8, 2011 Use hydras spirit removes oil and tar, just make sure you rinse it of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forteh Posted August 8, 2011 Report Share Posted August 8, 2011 Old toothbrush and a bottle of cellulose thinners from wilkos for 3 quid. Take the tyre off and use the toothbrush to brush the thinners through the grind, leave to dry and jobs a good un Dont get thinners in your eyes, it stings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake. Posted August 8, 2011 Report Share Posted August 8, 2011 So my information cross-referenced with other TF users makes it right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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