I'm looking at replacing my chain and sprockets soon and I'm just wondering if this is the right chain breaker or do you recommend a better one? Cheers
http://bit.ly/1fvS6aG
It looks similar to my Motion Pro tool that I've always used.....but I can't tell if it has the same attachments (I hate eBay mobile). Pretty good price IMO.
I bought this exact breaker to replace my chain and it worked absolutely fine. If I remember right it didn't come with instructions, but YouTube has lots of videos on how to use generic chain breakers so you should be ok :)
Cheers :)
Is there any particular reason u need a proper chain breaker.If it's the original endless loop chain u only need an angle grinder.....if it's not u still only need an angle grinder (to cut the new chain length correctly)
I used a hacksaw
Quote from: AnonRider on April 09, 2014, 03:35:20 PM
I used a hacksaw
Even simpler.
Even a hole punch and hammer works perfect.
The tool also sets the rivets on a new chain. If using a clip link, it presses the link on properly.
You can never have too many tools.
Quote from: adidasguy on April 09, 2014, 04:28:03 PM
The tool also sets the rivets on a new chain. If using a clip link, it presses the link on properly.
You can never have too many tools.
A nut with a slightly wider diameter than the pin (with the help of pliers for force) also does the same thing.
If someone is going to work on chains on even a semi regular basis i would get a breaker....if not spend your money on some other toy the GS could use more regularly.
to note: i'm in the process of installing my chain............
used the hacksaw to get through the chain (which took a damn lot of effort, 15 continuous minutes of going at it at a strange angle) i have a clip style master link and i plan on just using my vise grips and nut trick to clamp it on together. ... i ran into a block because the front sprocket cover is 8mm and i only have down to a 10 atm.
Just thought it would make it a lot easier. Was also going to use it to install the new rivet.
So next question: what do you think about these options for chain and sprocket. First is a set. 2nd is buy each individually.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IJ1RFWI/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1397136257&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000KKBVUI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1397136257&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0031743MU/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1397136257&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001AVS6VS/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1397136778&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40