HOW TO: Chain removal and installation
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09-04-2007 | 05:48 PM
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RE: HOW TO: Chain removal and installation
No problem guys!Yes, I realized once when I tried to use different types of pliers that a nice sharp set of vise-grips is KEY to this whole process.
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09-05-2007 | 02:28 AM
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RE: HOW TO: Chain removal and installation
ORIGINAL: deej
Actually that thread with the pictures was posted almost a year ago to the day. People there is a search feature where you can look for a thread or phrase or even a single word and then if you are fairly sure it is in the 250 section then you can narrow the search down to that. Come on people start using the search. Then if you can't find something give us a shout. But we are getting way too many double and triple threads going on the same subject. A lot of footwork has already been done. Give it a try.
ORIGINAL: LearjetMinako
oh sure, now somebody makes a picturiol of chain removal. Just two days after I did mine.
Now I'm left cocerns about mine. Did I put the click in the right direction? Did I put the "S" facing outwards? I know lubed it afterwards, in fact 3times in the last 3days. It should be fine, the chain just survived 30miles of grueling rough trail riding.
FYI: Gasoline work wonders on removing dirt and grim from a dirty chain. Just let it soak in a oil pan with about 1-2pints of gasoline and use a brush to clean between the links. Then let sun dry for 5-10minutes and lube with favorite chain oil.
oh sure, now somebody makes a picturiol of chain removal. Just two days after I did mine.
Now I'm left cocerns about mine. Did I put the click in the right direction? Did I put the "S" facing outwards? I know lubed it afterwards, in fact 3times in the last 3days. It should be fine, the chain just survived 30miles of grueling rough trail riding.
FYI: Gasoline work wonders on removing dirt and grim from a dirty chain. Just let it soak in a oil pan with about 1-2pints of gasoline and use a brush to clean between the links. Then let sun dry for 5-10minutes and lube with favorite chain oil.
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05-28-2008 | 01:07 AM
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RE: HOW TO: Chain removal and installation
Bump... The pics were broken in this thread for a while... Changed my web hosting.
Now the pics are coming from Picasa so this should work permanently.
There has been some chain talk so I thought I'd fix it for you n00bs.
Now the pics are coming from Picasa so this should work permanently.
There has been some chain talk so I thought I'd fix it for you n00bs.
#37
07-01-2008 | 12:43 PM
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RE: HOW TO: Chain removal and installation
Brilliant post Kawi, I need to change my rear tyre & haven't had to take my chain off my klx yet.
The part with the master link & how it's attached & how to get it off is what I needed to know most, thanks for putting that post together so well!
The part with the master link & how it's attached & how to get it off is what I needed to know most, thanks for putting that post together so well!
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07-01-2008 | 07:04 PM
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RE: HOW TO: Chain removal and installation
That's awesome man. Great pics and write up, especially pointing out the grooves showing when you put the clip back on and what a good clip looks like. I've missed those before only to lose my chain a mile into the woods. Pushing sucks! Gave me some ideas for my rivet link.
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07-02-2008 | 03:46 AM
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RE: HOW TO: Chain removal and installation
FWIW, the Motion Pro tools are really nice and worth the money in my case. The funky pliers are going to get some use with that c-clip next time. I have the master link compressor thingy that will squeeze the sides together too. That monster Motion-Pro chain breaker tool was only ~$100 online at the toolsource.com so, next time I can take out some frustration on an uncooperative master link.