10-13-2022, 03:01 AM
Hi Max, what a coincidence! I just watched a video on using this tool yesterday when I replaced the chain and sprockets on my bike. I've been replacing chains & sprockets for years, but yesterday I thought it was a good idea to actually read the instructions. I own a chain breaker / rivet tool manufactured by Motion Pro, but the D.I.D. tool you just bought looks much better because it is much beefier. I would like to use this opportunity to share a couple of tips with the forum on the proper way to install a riveted masterlink:
1. When pressing the side plate on: Measure the chain width and when you press the side plate on to the masterlink make the masterlink width equal to the width of the chain (I accidently pressed my side link on too far, and this is why I decided to finally consult various U-tube videos. Some of the videos I watched leave a lot to be desired, and the video linked to the D.I.D. chain installation that used your tool left a lot of important information out).
2. When you form the rivet head, consult the chain manufacturers recommendations.You'll find that D.I.D. chain defines the proper diameter of the formed head.
Hope these tips helps someone on the forum.
1. When pressing the side plate on: Measure the chain width and when you press the side plate on to the masterlink make the masterlink width equal to the width of the chain (I accidently pressed my side link on too far, and this is why I decided to finally consult various U-tube videos. Some of the videos I watched leave a lot to be desired, and the video linked to the D.I.D. chain installation that used your tool left a lot of important information out).
2. When you form the rivet head, consult the chain manufacturers recommendations.You'll find that D.I.D. chain defines the proper diameter of the formed head.
Hope these tips helps someone on the forum.