Originally Posted by
SoSmellyAir
I will wipe the chain upon removal from crock pot next time I wax the chain; I suspect the excess wax on the outside is causing my initial shifting problems. Do I need to be concerned about leaving paper towel lint stuck on the outside? Or should I sacrifice an old T-shirt?
I use a shop towel and some old leather work gloves. I have a heat gun and don't use it on bike chains. I've also noticed that the first couple of waxings on a new chain don't seem to last as long as they do later in the lifecycle.