Cleaning Disc Brakes

rogerthecat

Guys what do you use to clean your discs with? I was told an alchol based liquid should be used; are there any gems out there like mouthwash or a household product that is used? The reason I ask apart from the obvious, is that I use baby wipes to clean my ride with. A tip that I picked up off here.

Thanks

RTC

Thread8

Isopropyl alcohol, or proper disc brake cleaner (muc off and the like all do their own versions)

rogerthecat

so it's better to use shop bought stuff rather than a house hold product! thanks buddy, well you never know unless you ask.

Thread8

Generally yes it is, as they contain stuff that rejuvenate the pads, increase the bite etc as well as get dirt off the rotors

rogerthecat

cool thanks, while I have your attention, may we discus pedals? I am looking at Crank Bro C, the Pedal configuration is vast, Help

Thread8

Can do, you looking for spuds or flats?

rogerthecat

lol what? I use Speedplay Zeros for my road bike, Which is the better option.

Quirrel

Would car based brake cleaner not do the job as equally well and you get the wonderful ether smells as well.

I think I paid about 1.50 for a massive can of brake cleaner last time I used some

Thread8

Quirrel

I dont think you can, although saying that I've never tried it, someone else on here should know

W00DENT0P

Yes it would work fine, makes no difference if its on a car or a bike !!

submityournentries

yeah ive used universal brake and clutch cleaner cause it was cheaper, and its exactly the same as muc off

Quirrel

1.83 at Europarts
Or any other normal car accessory store.

6.99 at Halfords