Including how it happens how to easily check it the best tools to use and some new findings that will help you get the best longevity from your drivetrain.
Bicycle chain length tool.
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Birzman damselfly universal chain tool.
Size to old chain count links if your old chain was sized correctly it can be used to determine the length of your new chain.
Chain tool for cutting the chain.
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It is a fairly simple tool that a machinist with drill mill tap and die tools could produce from copying a working one.
The tool is also great for shortening a chain to the correct length.
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It is possible to determine chain length from industrial drive train equations and then cut the chain before installing it on the bike.
The complete guide to bicycle chain wear.
A bike stand is also very helpful for removing the rear wheel making it easier to mount a chain and allowing you to stand upright which is much easier on your back.
If your road bike is equipped with the italian brand s components.
I didn t make the chain tool.
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Perhaps someone else can make an instructable on making the chain tool.
Chains cannot be cut to 52 1 4 53 1 8 or even 52 1 2.
It has enough length and leverage to remove tight.
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The tools needed will vary depending on which type of chain you have.
Master link pliers to disengage chains with master links.