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Old 07-17-17, 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by bonsai171
Before it was new, it was less than .5% (couldn't insert the tool into the chain to check it).

Dave
Okay. Like FBinNY and others, I prefer using a ruler to measure my chain wear, and since some chain checking tools already measure a brand-new chain as partially worn (due to roller play), it would be a shame to throw away a chain that hadn't actually worn much.
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