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TashmanTashman Posts: 2,738
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Hi, any advice on cleaning up this wheel I purchased from eBay?

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  • paul_the_pedallerpaul_the_pedaller Posts: 115
    Take the parts off and soak in white vinegar. It works!
  • TashmanTashman Posts: 2,738
    paul_the_pedaller said:

    Take the parts off and soak in white vinegar. It works!

    Cheers
  • imposter2.0imposter2.0 Posts: 10,856
    Not even sure I'd worry about that. Just wire-brush it then protect it with a bit of WD, GT or similar
  • TashmanTashman Posts: 2,738
    imposter2.0 said:

    Not even sure I'd worry about that. Just wire-brush it then protect it with a bit of WD, GT or similar

    As a maintenance imbecile I wanted to make sure that WD/GT weren't going to cause more issues than they'd resolve in this instance.
  • imposter2.0imposter2.0 Posts: 10,856
    Keep the WD away from the bearings. If needs be, just spray some of it onto a brush and apply it that way. That would remove the risk of any over-spray onto the seals or bearings..
  • ugo.santaluciaugo.santalucia Posts: 24,378
    Wire brush and then apply some grease
    http://whosatthewheel.com
  • TashmanTashman Posts: 2,738
    Thanks all
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