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Old 12-26-11 | 06:01 AM
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Originally Posted by HillRider
Yeah, I understand that but if the old chain had "stretched" 1/2", the new chain would be have to be cut 1" longer to keep the mating links oriented properly. Next time the now old chain is used as a length guide, it is also 1/2" longer and you again round the new one off at 1", etc. See where I'm going with this?
Uh - Wouldn't an averagely smart person realize what's happening and simply round down?
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