Go Back  Bike Forums > Bike Forums > Bicycle Mechanics
Reload this Page >

Chain fixing tool

Search
Notices
Bicycle Mechanics Broken bottom bracket? Tacoed wheel? If you're having problems with your bicycle, or just need help fixing a flat, drop in here for the latest on bicycle mechanics & bicycle maintenance.

Chain fixing tool

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 09-04-12 | 06:00 AM
  #1  
atulkunte's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 39
Likes: 0
Chain fixing tool

I have been finding out some work in my spare time, so decided to make a chain fixing tool. In the past while removing chain links with punch & hammer, many chain links permenantly bent attempting removal of fit press pins. Got some idea from park tools & finally managed to make one tool to fix all types of chain. tried out on Shimano HG-53 chain & on one of old Raleigh chain with 1" pitch. Working perfect. The handle belongs to old broken DEWALT grinder. Rest of the stuff ofcourse from junk yard.
My best friend Mohan helped me doing all this. Here's the picture.

Attached Images
File Type: jpg
Chain tool.jpg (83.7 KB, 50 views)
atulkunte is offline  
Reply
Old 09-04-12 | 07:16 AM
  #2  
Senior Member
 
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 1,921
Likes: 5
From: England, currently dividing my time between university in Guildford and home just outside Reading

Bikes: Too many to list here!

Very nice, although it might have been cheaper to buy a chain tool once you factor in the time you spent on it, you've now got one that's unique! I think it also looks kind of cool, but that's just me...

My only criticism is that it might be a bit hard to keep the chain link centred in the tool, since it hasn't got the baffle plates like most commercial chain tools do, but the chain tool on my multi-tool doesn't have them either, and with a bit of careful use, that's worked fine for me whenever I've needed it.
Airburst is offline  
Reply
Old 09-04-12 | 08:41 AM
  #3  
JohnDThompson's Avatar
Old fart
Titanium Club Membership
20 Anniversary
Community Builder
 
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 26,359
Likes: 5,271
From: Appleton WI

Bikes: Several, mostly not name brands.

Looks nice, but seems like a lot of work for a tool you could buy for ~$20 or less.
JohnDThompson is offline  
Reply
Old 09-04-12 | 08:49 AM
  #4  
Senior Member
 
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 33,657
Likes: 1,119
From: Pittsburgh, PA

Bikes: '96 Litespeed Catalyst, '05 Litespeed Firenze, '06 Litespeed Tuscany, '20 Surly Midnight Special, All are 3x10. It is hilly around here!

Wheel reinvented
HillRider is offline  
Reply
Old 09-04-12 | 02:19 PM
  #5  
Senior Member
 
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 5,720
Likes: 111
From: North of Boston

Bikes: Kona Dawg, Surly 1x1, Karate Monkey, Rockhopper, Crosscheck , Burley Runabout,

Try sram chains with a quick link.
Leebo is offline  
Reply
Old 09-04-12 | 03:12 PM
  #6  
larwyn's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 191
Likes: 2
From: Kerrville, Texas
Good job! I'm a big fan of homemade tools myself and yours is the first homemade chain breaker that I have seen.
larwyn is offline  
Reply
Old 09-04-12 | 03:49 PM
  #7  
Banned
 
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 43,586
Likes: 1,380
From: NW,Oregon Coast

Bikes: 8

... but, you cannot loosen a tight link with it ..
fietsbob is offline  
Reply
Old 09-04-12 | 04:08 PM
  #8  
Senior Member
 
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 1,921
Likes: 5
From: England, currently dividing my time between university in Guildford and home just outside Reading

Bikes: Too many to list here!

Originally Posted by fietsbob
... but, you cannot loosen a tight link with it ..
Most of the tight links I've encountered could be loosened up by flexing them sideways fairly hard, although that's probably not best practise.
Airburst is offline  
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
fractal5
Bicycle Mechanics
16
07-31-16 04:03 PM
mkansari
Bicycle Mechanics
2
04-13-13 04:02 PM
Chesha Neko
Bicycle Mechanics
3
01-17-13 07:40 AM
paperback rider
Bicycle Mechanics
3
08-25-12 05:42 PM
MuppetMower
Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
17
04-13-11 06:26 PM

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off



Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.