RE: Rookie chain adjustment question

[Erik Miner <axeis@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Thanks Paul.



>Erik,
>
>I think you are spot on 35-40mm (1.37-1.57") 55nm torque (40ftlb). One very
>slight caution. Chain deflection should be measured at the 'tightest' point.
>If you tighten the chain slightly first it is easier to find the point with
>the least slack.
>
>Paul & Dee
> > spec for chain deflection, 35-40mm measured at the mid point between
> > the sprockets. The best way I found to measure the defection was to
> > take my tape measure put it on the floor. Take the metal end and put
> > it on the top of the chain push down on chain slightly and get a base
> > line number lets say 25. Keeping the chain in the  EXACT same spot
> > push up on the chain, firmly, getting a new measurement. This
> > measurement after adjusting is 37mm greater than the base line
> > number. Now rotate wheel re-measure ( comes up the same) and tighten
> > bolt to 55nm as specified. Did I do it right??  I believe that I how
> > have the correct deflection on the chain.. do I ??
> >
> > TIA,
> >
> > Erik
>
>
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