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Old 03-18-2008, 01:24 PM   #12 (permalink)
jwxr7
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the metro experience (retired) - '94 geo metro 4 dr HB
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Originally Posted by friedlbug View Post
Is there any special trick to getting the mended link to not be too tight after closing the chain with the chain rivet tool? I've tried to get the rivet back in just right, but no amount of adjustment seems to get that link as smooth as the others.
I usually flex the chain back and forth in the sideways direction (the way it isn't meant to bend)to loosen the newly pinned joint up.
Hope that helps
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