Bicycle Mechanics - Installing new chainring

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motorhommmer
05-04-06, 04:51 PM
Is there a right way up on this ? Does it have to line up with anything ? Outer chainring on a triple.


Gonzo Bob
05-04-06, 05:08 PM
There is often a pin on the outside that should line up with the crank. It's to prevent the chain from getting wedged between ring and arm. The ramps of a ramped chainring are also positioned for best chain pickup. There is usually some sort of indicator (e.g. a small triangle) on the part of the chain ring that should line up with the crank arm.