Drip on chain wax, Make it yourself - Amazingly simple & cheap

You can make effective drip-on chain wax at home using simple ingredients for under $10 per batch with built-in cleaning action.

• Required tools — Plastic squeeze bottle with nozzle, saucepan, and thermometer handle the entire process [00:20]

• Wax base — Measure 100 milliliters of paraffin or flake a candle into the bottle [03:35]

• Solvent ratio — Add wax and grease remover to reach 300 milliliters total for proper consistency [04:05]

• Heating method — Submerge the sealed bottle in 70-80°C water until the mixture turns fully clear [04:30]

• Additive option — Stir in PTFE or similar friction modifier once cooled for extra performance [08:43]

• Chain application — Shake the bottle, apply to a clean chain, then wipe with a microfiber cloth [10:10]

• Real-world mileage — One application lasts 220 kilometers dry or 180 kilometers in wet conditions [15:21]

• Price comparison — The full 300-milliliter batch costs $8-10 versus $33 for equivalent Squirt [17:14]

• What temperature safely melts the wax inside the plastic bottle?

• How many kilometers does one application cover in dry conditions?