Chain tool

[Jeff Kirby]

Hi members,

Recently decided to change my chain - removed the old and bought the new - didnt think about the tool required to get the new one on!
Any kind member out there with a tool for securing the chain link in position - could I beg or borrow a go on it?
I'm in the North Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey border area and would pick it up and return it very quickly.
Any offers greatly received...............thanks

[SteveLee]

If you can't find one closer I'm in Abingdon - you're welcome to borrow mine if you want.

Steve

[Radio-active]

Hi members,

Recently decided to change my chain - removed the old and bought the new - didnt think about the tool required to get the new one on!

Hi....just put a new 42t rear sprocket on my @ which meant taking a link out....although a riveting tool is preferable I have never had to use one...

I used an angle grinder to remove the old rivet ends and split the chain...used a brand new DID 'rivet' link to re-join the chain....used the supplied grease, assembled the 'o'ring seals, plate etc....then used a centre punch to spread the rivets (punching against a lump hammer on the other side to absorb the shock)....the DID links come with a shallow hole down the centre of the rivet on the side you have to 'spread' with the punch.....check the new link is free (not stiff) and away you go...if you can't source a local tool, I hope this helps...

[Jeff Kirby]

Steve - thanks for the reply, before I take up your offer, I'll see if I get a more local reply, thanks again

Radio Active - heard this before but don't fancy my own riveting skills! I feel that when racing (well, AT racing) down the road I need something a little more secure, cheers anyway

[russh]

If you can't find one closer I'm in Abingdon - you're welcome to borrow mine if you want.

Steve

Bugger, I just bought one from Dorchester last Friday, I'm in Abingdon too!

[Jeff Kirby]

Found one local - thanks for the offers

[alpslapper]

Hi....just put a new 42t rear sprocket on my @ which meant taking a link out....although a riveting tool is preferable I have never had to use one...

I used an angle grinder to remove the old rivet ends and split the chain...used a brand new DID 'rivet' link to re-join the chain....used the supplied grease, assembled the 'o'ring seals, plate etc....then used a centre punch to spread the rivets (punching against a lump hammer on the other side to absorb the shock)....the DID links come with a shallow hole down the centre of the rivet on the side you have to 'spread' with the punch.....check the new link is free (not stiff) and away you go...if you can't source a local tool, I hope this helps...

This is also the Chad method of chain installation and it works a treat. Word of warning though - be careful with your kneecap pressed against the lump hammer when it's Chad doing the hitting