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Master link removal
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I'm having trouble getting the master link off the chain.
The lock clip? came off easy enough but the link won't separate,I seem to remember using channel locks to press it out but that's about it.
Any tricks would be appreciated, thanks JD
78 KZ1000 A2A
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The tool I had was for small chains. Have had it years. Cheap
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I was hoping to soak the chain in something and save it.
there is plenty of things to replace and I have more time than money right now, so I've begun cleanning and assessing EVERYTHING.
If I have to grind it off, I have a spare master link but it's one that doesn't have the clip, it's like a press fit,and I'm not sure exactly how it works.
I like that socket trick, thanks JD
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Do yourself a favor, buy a new chain.... Grind that SOB off and be done with it....
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Had the same problem a couple of months ago. Ended up rotating the rear tire to where the master link sat on the rear sprocket towards the top, supporting the link. Then I took a crescent wrench and adjusted it so the two jaws sat squarely on the pins when the wrench is laid flat against the chain. One good smack with a rubber malet on the crescent wrench and the link popped right off.
Now thats a good one Link, I think that will work well for me, Thanks
I know the chain has to be stretched some, I wasn't easy on the bike back then, but when ever I changed the chain I all ways changed the sprockets at the same time and they look OK IMHO.
I just want to get her back on the road by spring,the essentials are going to cost enough.
Any body have a suggestion as to what I should soak the chain in? thanks JD
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Up here it's Coleman Camp Fuel
This is like the tool I used
cgi.ebay.com/Universal-Heavy-Duty-Chain-...?hash=item4837cf7bf0
If you scroll down you will see how to use. My chain and sprockets were were in good shape.
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