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11-22-19 | 10:51 PM

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ThermionicScott

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Bikes: 1991 Bianchi Eros, 1964 Armstrong, 1988 Diamondback Ascent, 1988 Bianchi Premio, 1987 Bianchi Sport SX, 1980s Raleigh mixte (hers), All-City Space Horse (hers)

I wouldn't get my hopes up about drastically longer life from running an 8-speed chain on a 9-speed system. Important thing is to measure your chain and replace it before it elongates too much. Just cleaning and lubing a lot doesn't guarantee that things won't wear out.

Last edited by ThermionicScott; 11-23-19 at 01:55 PM.

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