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Originally Posted by Hobartlemagne
The chain was brand new- I had to return it for a singlespeed style chain
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Originally Posted by Hobartlemagne
Nope- i really do mean teeth 'too long'. I had a multi-speed style chain, and you couldnt wrap the chain around more than about 3 teeth. Past that the teeth were too long. The singlespeed chains have a bit more space to accomodate the longer teeth.
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Originally Posted by vobopl
That's because the teeth are tapered. Only the tips of the teeth of 1/8'' cogs fit width-wise into 3/32'' chain. Both chains are 1/2'' pin to pin.
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Currently using a 1/8" chain. Can I use a 3/32" chain on this drivetrain?
- Sugino RD-48 crank
- Soma cog
Should I get an 8-speed chain, as opposed to a 10-sp chain?
- Sugino RD-48 crank
- Soma cog
Should I get an 8-speed chain, as opposed to a 10-sp chain?
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Should I get an 8-speed chain, as opposed to a 10-sp chain?
After using 1/8 stuff for a while i've come to the conclusion that 3/32 is better for the following reasons:
1) chainrings abound in plenty, 3/32
2) 1/8 is noisier than 3/32
#2 is the deal kicker
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*note to self* don't trust Hobartlemagne on tech issues. All chains are 1/2".
I'd have no problem using any decent quality chain I can get my hands on, if it fits the cog. It's a zillion times more important to have a cog with nice tall teeth and proper chain tension.
I'd have no problem using any decent quality chain I can get my hands on, if it fits the cog. It's a zillion times more important to have a cog with nice tall teeth and proper chain tension.
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Originally Posted by serpico7
Currently using a 1/8" chain. Can I use a 3/32" chain on this drivetrain?
- Sugino RD-48 crank
- Soma cog
Should I get an 8-speed chain, as opposed to a 10-sp chain?
- Sugino RD-48 crank
- Soma cog
Should I get an 8-speed chain, as opposed to a 10-sp chain?
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Originally Posted by Landgolier
I think you mean too wide. Miche quick change is 1/8"
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3/32 chain for SS/BMX
https://www.thepathbikeshop.com/pg/catalog/iid/392
https://www.irocycle.com/drivetrain.htm
You don't have to settle for a multispeeder
3/32 chain for SS/BMX
https://www.thepathbikeshop.com/pg/catalog/iid/392
https://www.irocycle.com/drivetrain.htm
You don't have to settle for a multispeeder
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Originally Posted by ieatrats
Sheldon talks about it and specifically recommends not using 1/8" drivetrains because the technology, competition etc for normal narrow chains makes them likely to have better manufacturing standards and less expensive, in addition to being lighter and 1/8" offering no advantage because of its width.
No but 1/8" teeth are much better suited to the stresses of ss/fg riding because of the extra width and a 1/8" chain offers increased compatability when you decide to change gears.
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Originally Posted by dutret
No but 1/8" teeth are much better suited to the stresses of ss/fg riding because of the extra width ....
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This thread should win a prize for density of misinformation. Maybe there should be a test before people are allowed to use the internet.
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Originally Posted by Aeroplane
Folks, 1/8" chain is way heavier. There's no way I'd run that when I could just have a 3/32" drivetrain and save 20 grams. Unless it's Ti...
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Originally Posted by vandeda
I was thinking the same. It's somewhat hilly where i live, and my 3/32" chainrings all have serious dimpling problems and I have to file burs fairly regularly (well, I should at least). My chainrings really don't seem like they are going to last long. 1/8" chainrings with their larger contact patch with the chain should be more resistant to dimpling, but I haven't tried any yet so I can't say for sure if it really makes all that big of a difference. Has anyone used both and notice a significant difference in chainring wear?
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Originally Posted by Falkon
Most fixies I've seen are old heavy steel conversions. Weight is the last factor.
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Originally Posted by thurstonboise
Because the Miche cogs are 1/8" wide. They don't make one that is 3/32"
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Originally Posted by pinkrobe
Huh? What the hell is "dimpling"? Your chainring develops indentations? If the leading edge of each chainring tooth is wearing down [and the teeth are getting sharpened],
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Originally Posted by pinkrobe
Huh? What the hell is "dimpling"? Your chainring develops indentations? If the leading edge of each chainring tooth is wearing down [and the teeth are getting sharpened], replace your chainring and check your chain for stretch.
nope it happens with new chain, new cog and new chainring in a few dozen miles. For a bigger stronger rider the increased stress put on the teeth mashing up hills and skidding to stops will press many Al 3/32" teeth out of shape. Since this leads to the teeth not meshing evenly with the chain the whole system ends up being less smooth and wearing faster.