Citrus-based degreasers, or other options?

A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...

Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green
(about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?

On Aug 4, 2:48*pm, Ablang wrote:
A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...

Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green
(about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?

http://www.acehardwaresuperstore.com...57.html?ref=42

You can also get 5 gallon pails and 55 gallon drums.
This one specifically says safe for aluminum. Not sure of how big an
issue that is.
http://www.alken-murray.com/872pib.htm

R

On Mon, 4 Aug 2008 11:48:42 -0700 (PDT), Ablang
wrote:

A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...

What's bulk? I've seen it in gallon containers at Home Depot (I
think. Or maybe Lowes)

Ablang wrote:
A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...

Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green
(about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?

i've never come across any form of bicycle dirt that can't be removed
with water and elbow grease or wd40 and elbow grease. neither of these
two chemicals cost a lot, and neither are known to be stress corrosion
agents.

now, what is it that "degreasers" are supposed to do again?

On Aug 4, 10:35*pm, jim beam wrote:
Ablang wrote:
A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...

Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green
(about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?

i've never come across any form of bicycle dirt that can't be removed
with water and elbow grease or wd40 and elbow grease. *neither of these
two chemicals cost a lot, and neither are known to be stress corrosion
agents.

now, what is it that "degreasers" are supposed to do again?

Decrease elbow grease usage.

R

RicodJour wrote:
On Aug 4, 10:35�pm, jim beam wrote:
Ablang wrote:
A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...
Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green
(about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?
i've never come across any form of bicycle dirt that can't be removed
with water and elbow grease or wd40 and elbow grease. �neither of these
two chemicals cost a lot, and neither are known to be stress corrosion
agents.

now, what is it that "degreasers" are supposed to do again?

Decrease elbow grease usage.

R


oh. so, since labor saving is the objective, maybe the next step is to
not ride the bike. that way, it won't get dirty.

jim beam wrote:
RicodJour wrote:
On Aug 4, 10:35�pm, jim beam wrote:
Ablang wrote:
A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...
Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green
(about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?
i've never come across any form of bicycle dirt that can't be removed
with water and elbow grease or wd40 and elbow grease. �neither of these
two chemicals cost a lot, and neither are known to be stress corrosion
agents.

now, what is it that "degreasers" are supposed to do again?

Decrease elbow grease usage.

R


oh. so, since labor saving is the objective, maybe the next step is to
not ride the bike. that way, it won't get dirty.

The way to go is to dispose of a dirty bike mid ride and change it for a
new clean one. Saves on elbow grease, solvents, and water, thus
benefitting the environment, while, at the same time, providing you, the
user, with a perfect ride each time.

If you can't manage this, I suggest buying a new bike for each ride,
delivered to your home, and simply dispose of the dirty bike when you
return. Of course, some of your ride will be spoiled by riding a dirty
bike for part of it, but if you are too pikey to arrange a mid ride
change then that's your fault.

Another suggestion that I have not personally tried, is to buy one of
those little roller things somewhere nice to ride, then construct an
entire house over it, preventing the bike getting dirty in the first
place. I think this is overkill myself, but houses are cheap these days
, so it may work.

Tosspot wrote:
jim beam wrote:
RicodJour wrote:
On Aug 4, 10:35�pm, jim beam wrote:
Ablang wrote:
A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...
Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green
(about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?
i've never come across any form of bicycle dirt that can't be removed
with water and elbow grease or wd40 and elbow grease. �neither of these
two chemicals cost a lot, and neither are known to be stress corrosion
agents.

now, what is it that "degreasers" are supposed to do again?

Decrease elbow grease usage.

R


oh. so, since labor saving is the objective, maybe the next step is
to not ride the bike. that way, it won't get dirty.

The way to go is to dispose of a dirty bike mid ride and change it for a
new clean one. Saves on elbow grease, solvents, and water, thus
benefitting the environment, while, at the same time, providing you, the
user, with a perfect ride each time.

If you can't manage this, I suggest buying a new bike for each ride,
delivered to your home, and simply dispose of the dirty bike when you
return. Of course, some of your ride will be spoiled by riding a dirty
bike for part of it, but if you are too pikey to arrange a mid ride
change then that's your fault.

Another suggestion that I have not personally tried, is to buy one of
those little roller things somewhere nice to ride, then construct an
entire house over it, preventing the bike getting dirty in the first
place. I think this is overkill myself, but houses are cheap these days
, so it may work.


i was thinking more along the lines of putting the bike in the car, then
going for a "ride". that way, you still get the transportation
experience, the scenery, the red lights, broken glass, etc., but when
you get home, not only is the bike still pristine, but you don't have to
change or shower. it has many advantages.

On Aug 5, 2:48 am, Ablang wrote:
A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...

Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green
(about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?

I used a citrus based degreaser and it took the polish out of my nice
TA rings. I went back to using kerosene.

On Aug 4, 12:48*pm, Ablang wrote:
A lot of the bike pros seem to recommend using citrus-based
degreasers, but that stuff doesn't seem to come in bulk...

Would it be okay to use other cheaper options, such as Simple Green
(about $10 for 140oz) or Purple Power (about $11 for 2.5 gallons)?

Diesel, like they used to. Stencil brush, diesel, like the guy from
Sansin is doing on 'Sunday in Hell'...even at $5 a gallon.