In a message dated 6/26/02 6:24:02 AM Pacific Daylight Time, george.rausch@cityofmonett.com writes:
<< However, if you're
going to use oil, why not try Stihl chain-saw oil? It's the stickiest thing
around, it costs about $3 for a gallon, and if it'll protect a chain-saw bar
it sure ought to work on bike bearings. It adheres, won't get slung off, and
resists high temp[s, etc. >>
Seems like all the wrong characteristics for a hub bearing. Sticky isn't
usually associated with good rolling resistance. West Marine has a good
grease called "Corrosion Block" that won't "Soften, Breakdown, or Wash Out".
It has a light, creamy texture, but doesn't smell as nice as my two old
favorites, Benotto and Barient Winch Lube. Both of these are/were way better
than Campy grease.
BTW, if you ride much, after a year the balls in your hubs only LOOK round.
They're not. When you regrease your hubs, it's a really good idea to REPLACE
the balls. If you get them in bulk at a bearing supply, they're cheap. That
said, don't buy the cheap ones, get the good ones. If you keep round balls in
your bearings, the cups and cones (more expensive and harder to replace) will
last a LOT longer.
Stevan Thomas
Alameda, CA