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01-28-13 | 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by PatrickGSR94

Can y'all school me on buying a new chain? I've never replaced one before. I know I need one made for a 3x8 drive train. But what about length? It's a long-cage RD so does that make a difference? Do I just order one and then remove links to match the one I currently have? Or does it already come the correct length? I have a KMC Missing Link on this chain and have never had any problems with it, so would like to continue using it (or a new Missing Link or equivalent) on the new chain.

Most chains come in a standard length and are shortened to fit the bike they're going on. Some quick-disconnect chain links are reuseable, I'm not sure if the Missing Link is.

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