Does a Shimano PC 850 SRAM 8 speed chain have an "out" side?
01-01-15, 09:24 AM
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Does a Shimano PC 850 SRAM 8 speed chain have an "out" side?
Just installed this chain on a six speed shimano freewheel(LBS recommendation). Could not tell which side to mount towards the outside(or inside). Seems to work fine, but keep wondering.
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No, these chains are symmetrical and either side out is fine. There are a few Shimano 10-speed chains that are directional but this isn't one of them.
BTW, it's either a Shimano chain or a SRAM chain but they are two separate makers.
BTW, it's either a Shimano chain or a SRAM chain but they are two separate makers.
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Hillride, thanks for the info and correction on the Shimano vs SRAM maker. I was under the impression that Shimano was the maker and SRAM was the model. Much appreciated.
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Simple rule. If chains appear to be symmetrical they are. Asymmetrical chains of either type - specific sprocket side, or specific bike side - are very obvious at a glance.
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