Sage-Tips

Can you use vegetable oil on a bike chain?

You can use vegetable oil on your bike chain for emergency purposes but not as the default lubricant. It lacks the additives found in bike lubricants which make it less effective, and it disintegrates faster. In addition, vegetable oil attracts a lot of dirt and grime.

Can you use any oil for chainsaw bar oil?

Chain saw bar and chain oil isn’t rated by SAE like traditional automobile motor oil. If your manufacturer’s bar and chain oil is unavailable, you can use SAE 30 weight motor oil to lube your chain during the summer and SAE 10 weight during the winter, according to the University of Missouri Extension.

Can I use olive oil in my chainsaw?

However, keep in mind that every oil has a different viscosity and so will act slightly differently in your chainsaw. Other vegetable oils most commonly used in chainsaws are: Olive oil – thicker than canola but not good at low temperatures. Sunflower oil – thinner than regular chain oil.

What oil is best for bike chains?

Best bike chain lubes – our picks

• Smoove Lube. The Energizer Bunny of chain lube.
• Rock N Roll Gold. Workhorse all-rounder chain lube.
• Silca Super Secret Chain Lube. It’s like hot wax but in an easy to apply drip bottle.
• Green Oil Wet Lube.
• Finish Line Wet.
• CeramicSpeed UFO Ceramic lube.
• Tru Tension All Weather.
• Molten Speedwax.

Is it OK to use WD40 on bike chain?

You can use WD-40 Multi-Use-Product. It is a water based lubricant that provides the right amount of lubrication to the chain lube. WD-40 is a great bike chain lube water based lubricant and will not only lubricate the chain well, but will also keep it rust and corrosion free.

What kind of oil do you use for a chainsaw?

Petroleum-based bar oil has been the standard for chainsaws. Lightweight oil is used in winter and heavier oil in summer. Manufacturers of chainsaws make bar and chain oils specially blended for their machines to extend their lifespan, but if they are not available, the owner’s manual suggests alternatives.

Should you oil your bike chain?

If you are a frequent rider, using your bike several times throughout the week, your bicycle will benefit from a regular cleaning and lubrication of the drive chain. Bicycle Tutor recommends cleaning and lubricating your bike’s drive chain at least once every month to maintain optimal performance and protection.