Hello,
Should the break/gear cables be either de-greased or greased? My dad told me if I stuck vaseline where the cables go in the casing it would stop water getting in.
Is this is a good idea or should I use GT85 on them? I use this on the chain and gear mech to lubricate and water-fy it. Should these cables always be lubricated? I know that the brake pads must be avoided at all costs but I am abit wary when it comes to touching anything to do with the brakes.
After my next ride I am going to hose my bike down, even the metal parts, allow to drip dry and then clean and spray the working parts.
Any info and tips would be appreciated for an absolute noob.
Should the break/gear cables be either de-greased or greased? My dad told me if I stuck vaseline where the cables go in the casing it would stop water getting in.
Is this is a good idea or should I use GT85 on them? I use this on the chain and gear mech to lubricate and water-fy it. Should these cables always be lubricated? I know that the brake pads must be avoided at all costs but I am abit wary when it comes to touching anything to do with the brakes.
After my next ride I am going to hose my bike down, even the metal parts, allow to drip dry and then clean and spray the working parts.
Any info and tips would be appreciated for an absolute noob.
have said on here that it is a good idea to dab a bit of grease/oil on the cables where they enter the frame, so they slide better. I do so periodically with no ill effects to the brakes. Also I take a bit of cotton wool, lightly oil the screws and springs on the brakes, paying attention not to spill lubricant on the rims, pads or tyres, of course. Maybe it's an overkill, but nothing has rusted yet in 8 months of commuting.
