Originally Posted by
merziac
I would have stopped right there, any shop that "needs" a tool likely doesn't know how to be sure they get the right one or make sure they use it correctly now days on C+V.
You need to take this on, we will help and walk you through if you can commit.
It can be challenging but the skills can be priceless and very rewarding.
Actually the tool needed was owned by a tech who had used it multiple times and charged his shop for its use. I am guessing due to the vintage nature of the bike they don't deal with such bikes often. They are a well know bike shop here.
I did youtube how to get the chain off : ) I appreciate the extension of a willingness to help me do the work. I do need that!