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genericbikedude 07-07-06 10:02 AM
take the chain apart and measure it with the wheel in the frame. then break it again and put it back together.

hyperRevue 07-07-06 10:06 AM
Measure it meaning just drape the chain over the cog and chainring and pull it snug by hand. Then break off the excess chain.

LóFarkas 07-07-06 10:35 AM
Originally Posted by breadstick
You can't, I've tried. Sucks ass.
I'm feelin' like I'm frickin Jesus or somethin'... I put back pins that I accidentally pushed out 2 or 3 times already. It can be done with a chain tool, but the easiest way seems to be to set the pin up the hole, after placing the plate on one face of an appropriately held vise. You tighten the vise, and that's it. Not very warmly recommended, though. If you damage the plate, the chain may snap and then you'll eat some earth... Doubly unhealthy on a Shimano chain. Those need those pesky replacement pins.

Jerseysbest 07-07-06 12:00 PM
Originally Posted by hyperRevue
Yeah, I couldn't imagine trying to reinstall a pin that had come out.
I did once, with the help of a vise. Not recommend it though.

Jerseysbest 07-07-06 12:02 PM
Originally Posted by jcwitte
I have just been riding it around with 39 - 15 gearing without shifting since I decided to convert her. I may go to the LBS and get an extra chain pin to shorten the chain later this afternoon, then I'll go ahead and strip her down.

I've been thinking about doing this for awhile now, the slug just made up my mind. My main motivation was getting 700c wheels (rather than the 27") on her so I could use my studded tires and have a fun bike to ride in the winter.

Try without the derailer, it adds a lot of drag, especially on these old bikes, you may find you want a higher gear.

Landgolier 07-07-06 12:20 PM
Just get a new chain unless this one is newer than the bike. Also, 52x20 on 700c is either a good all around gear or too tall for winter and too short for summer, depending on how picky you are.

In Absentia 07-07-06 01:41 PM
Originally Posted by hyperRevue
Yeah, I couldn't imagine trying to reinstall a pin that had come out.
Patience and tweezers are the keys. I put one back in by holding the chain horizontally, placing the pin gently on top of the hole, holding it in place with tweezers and turning the chain tool until it was just touching the pin. After that I just made sure that everything was still lined up and pushed it back in. No problem. I think it would definitely be easier next time, though I hope there is no next time. :rolleyes:

eddiebrannan 07-07-06 01:53 PM
Originally Posted by In Absentia
Patience and tweezers are the key

so, like ************ then

visitordesign 07-07-06 02:06 PM
Originally Posted by jcwitte
So, how do I go about deciding on the proper chain length for a single speed or fixed gear?
measure it in cubits.

In Absentia 07-07-06 02:07 PM
Originally Posted by eddiebrannan
so, like ************ then
Yes, exactly.

gorn 07-07-06 02:16 PM
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cicadashell 07-07-06 03:02 PM
Originally Posted by genericbikedude
or a good hand with a chain tool. you will feel more resistance as the pin begins to exit the outer plate. stop when you feel the pressure change.
and count the number of times you turn the handle after first making contact with the pin. with my park chain tool and a 1/8" chain, five and a quarter turns works perfectly EVERY TIME. your results will vary but they will be repeatable. tools were invented to help you.

WinterGreen 07-07-06 03:29 PM
All I can say is get a good chain tool, I bought the cheapest one and spent 2 hours trying to get it to work.

Moximitre 07-07-06 04:07 PM
I used neeldenose pliers to put a frankenchain together on an old bike when my main ride was stolen.. It didn't kill me.

Jerseysbest 07-08-06 02:51 PM
Originally Posted by cicadashell
and count the number of times you turn the handle after first making contact with the pin. with my park chain tool and a 1/8" chain, five and a quarter turns works perfectly EVERY TIME. your results will vary but they will be repeatable. tools were invented to help you.
My park tool is right own, but my brother's crappy one wasn't, he tried a few different sized washers to space the tool a bit and that worked great, no more popped pins.

humancongereel 07-08-06 04:22 PM
Originally Posted by genericbikedude
slimy invertebrates are what makes compost happen. dont be such a hater.

52/20 is a wussy gear anyway.

srsly. 52x12 all teh way!!!11


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