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If a chain does NOT have a masterlink, can you still remove and add links with a special tool)?

Submitted by on September 24, 2009 – 9:35 am6 Comments
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SHAR”) [dream big] asked:

the chain is new!!!!!!

so how would it be worn?

6 Comments »

  • Rudy H says:

    Yes, but be aware that if you need to remove links, that means the chain is pretty worn and could fail under even moderate stress. Better just change it. Cheaper in the long run.

  • cunning linguist says:

    Yes you can,its called a chain breaker tool i have one at home
    in my tool box .It presses out the pin in the chain which joins
    the links together.

  • Nomadd says:

    They have tools to drive link pins in and out. A bike shop can help you out.

  • kwhotrods says:

    You can remove a link and replace it with a master link.

  • exracer2002 says:

    Yes, you don’t even need a special tool just grind the heads off the rivets very lightly, then use a chisel and hammer the link plate off.

  • Richard S says:

    Yes and then the chain will require two master links in order to add to the length.

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