Originally Posted by Burton

So for all those experts that think I should find a different line of work - here's a link to the Park Tool site that details several different methods of how to properly calculate chain length. Only two are applicable in this case and both will result in shortening the chain. None of the techniques suggested in this thread are even mentioned.

http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-...-length-sizing

But actually I really like 'home mechanics'. They're good for business because they either end up buying a ridiculous amount of parts to avoid admitting they're in over their head - or eventually bring in a basketbcase for repairs anyway.

So have fun