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For wax treatments

Wax melting pots

Silca Bike Wax Warmer System

  • Usually around £99.
  • Precise temperature control.
  • 'Right' sized.
  • Convenient cooling rack design.

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Wax

Silca Secret Blend Chain Wax 500g

  • Usually around £33.
  • For the hot melt process.

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Silca Super Secret Lubricant Wax

  • For non-hot melt processes and mid melt top-ups.
  • Best to get a larger volume of this (cheaper).

120 ml / 4 oz - Amazon

240 ml / 8 oz - Amazon

For pre-wax chain preparation

Ultrasonic cleaners

KECOOLKE Ultrasonic Cleaner 750ml

  • Around £37.
  • Unknown brand.
  • Lower volume ideal for just the chain and not wasting fluids.
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Chain breakers (for new chains)

BBB Cycling ProfiConnect Rivet Tool for Bikes up to 12-Speed Chains BTL-55

  • Usually around £22.
  • Cheaper but reliable brand.
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Park Tool CT-3.3 - Chain tool for 5-12 speed chains

  • Around £33.
  • Top brand.
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Chain pliers (for quick links)quicklinks)

BBB Cycling Chain Link Removal Tool 7-12 Speed

  • Usually around £11.
  • Cheaper but reliable brand.
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Ultrasonic cleaners

KECOOLKE Ultrasonic Cleaner 750ml

  • Around £37.
  • Unknown brand.
  • Lower volume ideal for just the chain and not wasting fluids.
Amazon

 

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