Originally Posted by
CliffordK
I always used to wiggle the chain a bit to get it tight, but not too tight.
However, it was pointed out that your chain tool should have a bottom where you push the pin through, and a thinner shelf higher up.
By putting the chain on the shelf, you can spread the plates slightly.
Can't quite see what you're referring to...
Although this chain tool is a roadie one handed down from my dad so idk if ones meant for track chains are any different. This one seems to work fine for all my 1/8in chains though (albeit creating a super tight connection)