What kind of oil should I get for the chain?

[Telorast]

OK, I know the answer is in here, but searches that include the the word "oil" bring up 1000 - 1400 results. I got a used Model D rower. Manual says to use the enclosed oil, but it's long gone. For now I'm a beginner using the rower for 20-30 minute almost every day. So what oil should I get?

[Tsnor]

https://www.concept2.com/service/indoor ... aintenance
"Lubricate the chain with a teaspoon of purified mineral oil, 3-IN-ONE® oil, or 20W motor oil. "

but i find this much easier

[Telorast]

https://www.concept2.com/service/indoor ... aintenance
"Lubricate the chain with a teaspoon of purified mineral oil, 3-IN-ONE® oil, or 20W motor oil. "

but i find this much easier

Thanks for the list of options. Also thanks for the link-- should have thought to check the site
The bike chain lube looks like a great idea

[Ombrax]

3-in-1 oil dribbled onto a paper towel.

Done.

[Telorast]

3-in-1 oil dribbled onto a paper towel.

Done.

Will get some 3-in-1 tomorrow. All I have is WD-40... even I know better than putting that on the chain

[Ombrax]

More details on how I do it:

(If you don't have one handy you don't have to use a kettlebell to hold the handle, but they are a convenient way to keep the handle extended if you're doing the job alone)

viewtopic.php?f=10&t=207792&p=577283#p577283

[c2jonw]

I guess the dry lube or solvent based lube is better than nothing, but I (and C2) wouldn't recommend them. C2 knows that a 20 weight oil works best, and that is what the chain manufacturer calls for.

[jackarabit]

20W (typically described on the bottle as “heavy”) white mineral oil stocked at pharmacies and supermarkets. Food safe, baby-behind safe, safe to put in your ear canals, removes some gum mastic formulations from pill bottles, decent oil finish for wood (rolling pins, cucina spoons)in a pinch, 2-3 bucks a pint bottle. Dry lubes are for roadies and shredders but prolly OK if you don’t mind the outlay. So yeah what Jon says.

[CRO_Express]

https://www.liqui-moly.com/en/ie/bike-c ... .html#6051