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Old May 16, 2024 | 06:58 PM
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Quick question for you....
How long can I ride with a dry primary before I ruin the primary chain? I'm trying to isolate a leak. I have wet/dry clutch plates.
Can I ride 25 miles without ruining the chain and shoe??
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Old May 16, 2024 | 07:19 PM
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I'll assume it's not a new chain? Why not just plan to replace it when you find the leak?
Also you could put the chain in a metal pan full of heated grease, then let it cool down. Then run it dry for a short time.

You can also use a UV detection dye to find out where the leak is.

https://tracerproducts.com/uv-fluorescent-dye/


 
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Old May 16, 2024 | 10:39 PM
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Thanks for your input.
 
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Old May 17, 2024 | 06:08 AM
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You can spray down the chain with standard rear chain lube to minimize any ill effects.
 
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