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Post by malarz on Aug 24, 2008 13:01:50 GMT -5
I'll need to remove the chain and replace it with new. What tools do i really need to make this job go quickly and as painlessly as possible.
Also, any special tools for sprocket removal and replacement?
Thanks for your guidance.
ekn
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Post by bigshingle on Aug 24, 2008 14:48:32 GMT -5
There are lots of people here with more experience than me, and I hope they chime in.
I replaced the original chain (1980) about a year ago. The original old-fashioned chain with a master link but no nylon bushings always came apart and went together easily.
The new chain (with nylon bushings) was another story. I cut 2 pieces of scrap mild steel the same size as the link and drilled two holes spaced the same distance as the link pins, used these pieces as backing plates and then pressed the master link and its face plate together using a very large C-clamp and lots of WD-40 and penetrating oil. I went slowly, leaving the C-clamp in place and screwed down tight and then went by every so often and gave it a bit more twist. Slowly the master link came together and I was able to get the clip on.
So far I haven't had to take the chain apart. When I pulled the engine I slipped the chain off the drive sprocket and left the chain on the frame.
When the time comes to replace the chain again I'm figuring I'll buy a chain tool ($$$.) I should have done that in the first place.
I've never needed any special tools for the sprockets — although a rattle gun comes in handy for the drive sprocket.
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Post by andy on Aug 25, 2008 1:26:29 GMT -5
Not sure whether your planning to re-new the sprockets as well but buy/borrow a proper socket for the drive sprocket nut if you are,DON'T resort to lump hammers and chisels! Its a pretty straightforward job.
Andy
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