How to shorten a chain

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  • @glox6173
    @glox6173 2 роки тому +4

    this is exactly what i need my bike chain has been of for like 3 months i put it on literally before i watched this and ordered the tool you are using but i didnt know the name of it so thanks man :D

  • @romeogarcia3495
    @romeogarcia3495 4 роки тому +56

    This is what I’ve been looking for thanks man appreciate it no one else is clear like this

  • @DIY-UK
    @DIY-UK 4 роки тому +15

    very good tutorial, simple and straightforward. thank you.

  • @El3naany
    @El3naany 2 роки тому +3

    Couldn't have been more clear, I just finished taking a link off my chain for the first time! Thanks!

  • @AsiAzzy
    @AsiAzzy 9 років тому +19

    You need to loosen the link if the link you joined is stiff. (and will most likely be)
    To do so, you put the chain on the first row of prongs. (the prongs you used rests the chain against the anvil to push the pin in and out but the link will be stiff because you push the plates together the outer ones tight against the inner ones and the pin driving them trough friction in the outer plates) The first row of prongs support the chain from the inside and does not rest on the anvil, and in this configuration you can push the pin a tad bit only in one outer plate, that ensures the correct spacing between outer plates and effectively loosens the link if it's stiff (and i bet it is)

  • @deliawest3607
    @deliawest3607 Рік тому +3

    Brilliant, thank you, a huge help, nice & straight forward.

  • @hardcorememes4335
    @hardcorememes4335 2 роки тому

    Great video. Exactly what I needed!

  • @woolldogg2329
    @woolldogg2329 2 роки тому

    Thanks mate exactly what I was looking for

  • @parkour381
    @parkour381 4 роки тому +4

    very helpful, thank you!

  • @tryingbutfailing
    @tryingbutfailing Рік тому

    Thank you, sir.
    I pushed a pin all the way out. Tried to get it back in, but I guess you can't with the tool only. My chain is a little shorter than I would like, but that's ok.

  • @ShellyBeaninTexas
    @ShellyBeaninTexas Рік тому

    Thank you very much! Great tutorial.

  • @vamphunter228
    @vamphunter228 2 роки тому

    Thanks! Great job

  • @Cocacash
    @Cocacash 8 років тому +3

    thx for the video!

  • @yasakaliu
    @yasakaliu 4 роки тому +1

    thanks for the tips

  • @AlienSensei
    @AlienSensei 3 роки тому +1

    Two things I've learned in this video: how to use that particular tool and that by bike chain is overgreased.

  • @whatsupbudbud
    @whatsupbudbud 5 років тому +1

    Best video on topic, thanks!

  • @joggautube123
    @joggautube123 7 років тому +9

    thanks, now I know how to use the tool, and to adjust a chain without a master link

  • @hul8376
    @hul8376 4 роки тому +1

    great vidoe!

  • @FSEVENMAN
    @FSEVENMAN 5 років тому +2

    Good job thank you

  • @AnthonyFrancisJones
    @AnthonyFrancisJones 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent - thanks for this.

  • @a_d3mon
    @a_d3mon 10 місяців тому +1

    You should've specified that if you go this route, then that particular pin will be weakened and will break after a while. Bike chains are, mostly, sold with single use pins so this particular modification/adjustment can wear the pin out.

  • @taufikabidin412
    @taufikabidin412 5 років тому +2

    useful video, did it.today to shorten my bent

  • @muhannadgh3681
    @muhannadgh3681 3 роки тому +1

    thank you, this was very helpful

  • @stephenchesterfield5122
    @stephenchesterfield5122 7 років тому +1

    Good stuff

  • @VojakVoja
    @VojakVoja Рік тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @jkdfilmz8124
    @jkdfilmz8124 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you

  • @ricardodelrey7677
    @ricardodelrey7677 8 років тому +2

    👍🏻 helpful thank you so much

  • @grahamchiz6076
    @grahamchiz6076 Рік тому

    Good one. Thanks.

  • @shinrips
    @shinrips 4 роки тому +3

    ...that's usually a misery. Lol

  • @tsane7541
    @tsane7541 2 роки тому +1

    Much appreciated, may we be guided to the path to paradise

  • @esguerrajuanmiguela.9552
    @esguerrajuanmiguela.9552 4 роки тому +1

    Hi I just want to ask. What happens if I pushed the pin all the way? Can I still put it in the chain using the tool?

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  4 роки тому

      Pin falls out, difficult to line it up properly to snap back into place.

  • @robertbrost7777
    @robertbrost7777 Рік тому

    Great video. Thank you. Where do I get that tool and what is it's name? How many links do you suggest removing? Should I start with 1 and adjust from there? Thanks again.

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  Рік тому

      Bicycle stores, chain breaker
      Length of chain is custom cut to fit a given bike frame size with a given drive train, no fixed or pre-determined length.
      Check out a shimano dealers manual on a 105 or higher specs derailleur, pictures show you exactly how.

  • @georgefn2102
    @georgefn2102 2 роки тому

    What is this tool called

  • @Wessenworden1983
    @Wessenworden1983 Рік тому

    Nice never new how to

  • @stevenw9247
    @stevenw9247 2 роки тому

    Is this method works for all kind of bike chain? Is there a length limit where you can't cut/shorten the chain anymore?

  • @manishprasad39
    @manishprasad39 4 роки тому

    Thx you...so useful.

  • @JJ-qz8su
    @JJ-qz8su 7 років тому +2

    What if it is very difficult to get the pin out ? Plz help

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  7 років тому +2

      Lube it.
      Also, the type of chain may be totally different. May need to grind the pin`s head off. Manufacturers recently come up with chains that can not be shortened, only connected. These chains are sold to fit 6-speed bikes, 8-speed bikes, 10, 12, 1 speed no derailleur, etc.

  • @andyw262
    @andyw262 4 роки тому +3

    There’s one angry the background

  • @melisaangelina6408
    @melisaangelina6408 Рік тому

    whats the effect if we use too long chain for daily use?

    • @meimou1754
      @meimou1754 Рік тому

      It will come off the bike.

  • @groovejet33
    @groovejet33 2 роки тому

    So did i miss it? What about the purpose made removable link on chain my chain came off and that link that does come apart to a point, had fell apart. Dont i remove a link to shorten chain, but make sure i use the purpose made removable side, and connect it to the new link i prepare.?

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  2 роки тому +1

      Many chains don't have a quick link

    • @groovejet33
      @groovejet33 2 роки тому

      @@theoverengineer Thanks for taking the time to reply.

  • @advancesservertellerandgam65
    @advancesservertellerandgam65 3 роки тому

    From where we will buy that chain cutter

  • @isuckatminecrafthardcore8167

    Bro help me, i tried to do this in my chain and i fcked up i bent the outside part, the thing that looks like a "8" i bent the other side part of it but the other one still connects but im concerned that it might snap, do you know any solutions???

  • @mikevescio172
    @mikevescio172 2 роки тому

    Where did you get that tool?

  • @skymaracle
    @skymaracle 6 років тому +2

    NEVER EVER reuse a chain pin... ever... EVER...I "it's good"??? no it's not good...

  • @r.r.hughes9808
    @r.r.hughes9808 6 років тому

    They make a place to put a wrench on them pin extractors for a reason............just saying

  • @Galaxy-vy1se
    @Galaxy-vy1se 2 роки тому +1

    Also is there any way I can do it without a tool

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  2 роки тому

      With a nail and hammer, take your time.
      Without tools, such as looking at it, wishing well - a million years +

  • @J.Swanzz
    @J.Swanzz Рік тому

    Is it the same for half link chains?

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  Рік тому +1

      Any chain with pins, rollers and plates will work like this

  • @deangelolopez927
    @deangelolopez927 Рік тому

    Thanks man exactly what I was looking for all them other videos pretty much said pull back your back wheel to tighten your chain but those videos were not helpfull

  • @G_stoner420
    @G_stoner420 Рік тому

    Had the same took 15 bucks it’s ass bro we both know it the bottom always come off and shit the lil handle

  • @MiguelExhale
    @MiguelExhale 6 років тому +2

    I appreciate the video but I don’t think you should reuse the pin. I saw something in another video called a master link... be careful riding, you and anyone else following this video.

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  6 років тому +6

      Master links are weaker than rivets, exactly as stated by manufacturers. Go advise them.

  • @andrewfield5656
    @andrewfield5656 3 роки тому

    What part is carbide? “Just the tip. “

  • @rx7s-vibe714
    @rx7s-vibe714 4 роки тому

    why wasnt there an easy video like this befre

  • @arushchauhan3791
    @arushchauhan3791 2 роки тому +1

    What is the name of the tool

  • @factsfunandadventureinhind7258
    @factsfunandadventureinhind7258 2 роки тому

    Oh god where to find this tool

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  2 роки тому

      Bicycle store, online, your buddy's toolbox, ... lots of options ;)

  • @notword4r
    @notword4r 3 роки тому

    Okay but I don’t have the tool 😅... what do I do now

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  3 роки тому

      Hammer it out with a thin nail, but it is a really miserable project ...
      Thanks for watching!

  • @PatrickSwayzeOnDbol
    @PatrickSwayzeOnDbol 2 роки тому

    noisy train ?

  • @lp-ch5cy
    @lp-ch5cy 9 місяців тому

    स. Thanku

  • @Andreii505
    @Andreii505 2 роки тому

    Only I read "how to steal a chain"?

    • @theoverengineer
      @theoverengineer  2 роки тому +1

      I read funny too and I have to look again ...

  • @KA20184
    @KA20184 Рік тому

    Whats that thing called

  • @pc6334
    @pc6334 2 роки тому

    I’d say you wanna move off the train tracks buddy!

  • @lp-ch5cy
    @lp-ch5cy 9 місяців тому

    🎉🎉😢😢😅😢

  • @eriasmara4218
    @eriasmara4218 2 місяці тому

    🇪🇷🇪🇷🇪🇷