zacster

I have a new Chorus 10sp ultra narrow chain coming, and I want to re-use the old chain I'm taking off on one of my old bike so I can ride a 10sp wheel with it. The chain isn't that old that it can't be used on my second bike.

What is the proper way to remove a Campy chain so it can safely be re-used? Can I just push out any link, or is there a special one? Do I only push out one way? Do I just reverse the directions of the installation? And one more thing, I DON'T have a special campy chain remover, I have the Park tool. I used the park tool to install the one I'm taking off, so I don't think it'll be a problem.

HillRider

Your Park Chain tool will be fine.

Campy sells a replacement segment with their special pins at both ends that must be used. It is quite expensive so be sure the old chain is worth the cost. Go to Campy's web site and under groupsets, look up the .pdf for any of the 10-speed chains. The installation instructions are very explicit.

krusty

You must find the slightly protruding pin that was originally used to join the chain and remove it to break the chain. If you don't, you still must use the proper replacement segment. Make sure you get the right one for your chain. There are versions for chains with solid pins and for hollow pins. The incredibly expensive Campy chain tool makes life much easier, but it isn't absolutely necessary.

zacster

Having looked at Campy's instructions now, I see it isn't worth it. I'll just get another new chain, but it doesn't need to be the expensive campy one as the wheel I'm using on the other bike is Shimano anyway.

Edit: Ultegra chain was $23 from Performance with a 15% discount on top of their sale price. The Campy links are around $20 for the set and I would still have a used chain.

jemoryl

You can use the Wipperman or KMC quick link with at Campy chain. I'm using a KMC 6.2 mm link on an older Campy chain and it has been fine - for the newer ("ultra narrow") version you want the 5.9 mm quick links (same as used with Shimano 10spd.).

Deanster04

I am using a connex link with my campy ultra thin campy 10spd chains and have had great luck...no problems. Be sure to get the proper size link for the chain you are going to reuse. Have used connex quick links for the last 4 years have have had no problems.

zacster

I put the new chain on today, no quick links. It took no time at all and I used the Park tool.

I took it for a ride, and after adjusting the cable it was silent. I also replaced the pulleys. I was totally amazed at how nice it all was.