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Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Bikes: 2017 Marinoni Tourismo Extreme, 1984 Trek 520, 1987 Niskhiki International, 2013 Brompton M6R, 2016 Brompton P6R
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What to use to clean a really dirty drivetrain?
My plan is to remove the derailleurs and soak them, then use compressed air to blow out all the gunk. I'll give the bike a good cleaning and replace the chain.
Is soaking in a degreaser a good idea? Any potential damage to parts or finish with an overnight soak?
My choices at home are citrus degreaser, TSP, isopropyl alcohol or methyl hydrate. I also have xylene but hesitate to pull that nasty stuff out. What should I use?