Originally Posted by skanking biker
I still dont get how i am suppussed to center the wheel with the chain off---with only 1/2 inch play in the chain, there is not enough slack to pull it off the chainwheel. likewise, if a take off the chain, center the wheel in the length where the chain tension will be 12 inch play, there is not enough slack for me to pull the chain back on the chainwheel.
k.. this is how..
1. take wheel off
2. spin chain off of FRONT chainring
3. put chain ON rear cog
4.slide into track ends
5. estimate around where the wheel was..center...tighten
6.thread chain on top of chainring(the side facing up..).. and spin cranks.. make sure it doesnt get caught on chainring bolts or road cranks lip if you have one..it might be a little tight.. but give it a push.. it will go on.. its even possible to get a chain on thats way too tight.. so it will work if you have the wheel in the right place..
7.. ride bike.. if chain is too tight/loose.. repeat but adjust wheel accordingly