Originally Posted by 5matt

Thanks guys, I wondered about the size of the chainring teeth but didn't think about spacing or finickiness. I didn't want to waste a shimano chain pin if there was no way it would work, but I may give it a try. My skills with friction are rusty, last used in '99, and then only five speed! The front wheel is not overly heavy and the bike itself is reasonably light, the freewheel is a boat anchor though. Nice upgrade Kimmo, this bike will be a commuter, one that I don't want to put a lot of money into besides what I need to make it functional.