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etherhuffer

09-01-14 12:18 PM

Chain Directionality

Replaced a dead freewheel. Pulled the chain and dropped it in the solvent tank. I did not pay attention to direction/side. I have some crunchiness expected from new rear cogs, but more chainline noise as I get off line.

New chain or oil this one and wait?

UltraMonkey

09-01-14 12:23 PM

If its Shimano, they are directional and the logos should be on the outside of the chain.

Also, check for any stiff links, especially the link you used to re-attach the chain. You need to re-lube the chain.

etherhuffer

09-01-14 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UltraMonkey (Post 17089900)

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Retro Grouch

09-01-14 12:34 PM

"Replaced a dead freewheel." My policy is to start a fresh chain with new freewheel cogs.

JohnDThompson

09-01-14 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Retro Grouch (Post 17089920)

"Replaced a dead freewheel." My policy is to start a fresh chain with new freewheel cogs.

+1 this. Replace chain regardless.

etherhuffer

09-01-14 12:42 PM

Will do!

etherhuffer

09-02-14 09:11 PM

New chain, 100% quiet and smooth shifting. Thanks all for the advice!

HillRider

09-03-14 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UltraMonkey (Post 17089900)

If its Shimano, they are directional and the logos should be on the outside of the chain.

Only a few Shimano chains are (were?) directional. They were the 10-speed 5700, 6700 and 7900 and Shimano seems to have abandoned this idea in current models. I seriously doubt the OP's freewheel bike came with a new 10-speed chain and even less likely it's directional.

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