Texas12R
Zone Head
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posted November 12, 2006 06:02 AM
 Edited By: Texas12R on 12 Nov 2006 06:05
What are your thoughts on swagging vs endless chain
I think I will be required to change the length on the chain at some point, for certain
counter/ rear combinations. I shorten chains at work from time to time but I never
swagg the final . I just use the heavy master. This is a low torque power transmission
aplication,
I realize that swagging is like endless but Ive never done it ,so what are the important
considerations.......Michael
  
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shane661
Needs a life
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posted November 12, 2006 06:10 AM
You need a good tool for the job. I have a DID and it ran about $130, I think. You need to make sure that you "mushroom" the rivets evenly, and not too little or too much. Maybe someone can post a pic of a properly riveted chain, or I will try to get one later...
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thekaz
Needs a job
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posted November 12, 2006 08:13 AM
I have rivited hundreds of chains and never had any issues 
BUT ya you have a good tool to do it.....
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tcchin
Zone Head
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posted November 12, 2006 03:25 PM
Many chain manufacturers will provide dimensional data on installed rivet-type master links. Honda service manuals also list final rivet head diameters for their OEM chains. I use the inexpensive Motion Pro rivet kit from Lockhart-Phillips and have never experienced any problems. I typically use eight or nine flats past snug to achieve the recommended final rivet head diameter.
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