Buying Speed: Post #3

A while back I posted about chain waxing. http://lp18bos19.blogspot.com/2018/04/chain-warriors.html?m=0

Tonight we took the next steps in this endeavor: 

1. Removed the old greased chain 

2. Degreased the drive chain (because wax means no grease) 

3. Installed the first waxed chain with a removable master link. 

The first ride was interesting because of how quiet the waxed drivetrain was compared to one with a greased chain, like it was almost silent. 

The performance difference between wax and traditional lubes is significant, as much as 4 watts. 

Cost for one chain, wax, slow cooker:  $55
Cost per watt:  $13.75/watt

Note: the wax will work with a couple dozen chains and the slow cooker is reusable. 

In any case, we are almost ready for the Powerman Duathlon in Frankenmuth this weekend.  Should be a blast. I always look forward running the engine on high for a while. 

Here is the winningest bike ever made with a waxed chain and race wheels installed. :-)