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Old 03-29-14 | 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by armybikerider
I have a KMC DX10sc chain ....
Question:

Can I use a chain tool to "break" the chain and reassemble, or do I need to use a masterclip or special replacement pin?

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No --- Yes in that order.

Cutting is never a problem except that chains with peened links are harder to break. However these chains are totally dependent on having the pin peened overt the plate to stay together. That's why they need connectors.

Running a flush link narrow chain with a pin that was pressed back and isn't peened creates real risk of a plate spreading beyond the end of the rivet and the chain snapping when under load.
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