chain stretch
10-28-07, 03:09 PM
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chain stretch
The mechanic at my LBS says I have "Quite a bit" of chain stretch.
I know this messes up the cassette, but will it mess up other (more important and expensive) items like the chainrings or derailleur?
Thanks
Edit: I guess the derailleur shouldn't be affected since it is only the replaceable cogs that come into contact with the chain.
I know this messes up the cassette, but will it mess up other (more important and expensive) items like the chainrings or derailleur?
Thanks
Edit: I guess the derailleur shouldn't be affected since it is only the replaceable cogs that come into contact with the chain.
10-28-07, 03:28 PM
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Basically, chain 'stretch' will wear the teeth of your drivetrain parts: chainrings, cogs, and derailleur pulley wheels. It'll also degrade shifting and general drivetrain smoothness.
10-28-07, 03:28 PM
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It does the same to the chain rings as it does to the cassette.
How many miles do you have on the chain?
How many miles do you have on the chain?
10-28-07, 03:56 PM
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"proper" terminology is jockey wheel and they can get to look like below. same as everything else - they'll wear out faster if your chain is worn.
10-28-07, 08:36 PM
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hm thanks for the info. yeah I kind of cross posted across several forums thinking I wouldn't get too many responses :0
I have about 650 miles on the bike. I'm really not buying that my chain is stretched. Maybe my mechanic was just BSing me...
Although this is a MTB and I find myself mashing a lot...
Thanks for all the info!
I have about 650 miles on the bike. I'm really not buying that my chain is stretched. Maybe my mechanic was just BSing me...
Although this is a MTB and I find myself mashing a lot...
Thanks for all the info!
10-28-07, 09:30 PM
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