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DrDonnyBrago
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PostPosted: 14:39 - 09 May 2010    Post subject: Chain splitters/rivetters Reply with quote
I did a search and opinion seems divided...

A range of chain tools being advised and a HOW TO came up on how to rivet the new chain with a hammer...


There are loads of different chain tools around, which ones do you guys own - I don't intend on doing this too often but I would like it to last a few years yet. Ideal would be one like below for under £50.


https://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260582554067


https://cgi.ebay.co.uk/MOTORCYCLE-CHAIN-SPLITTER-LINK-EXTRACTOR-RIVETER-/390187371179?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_Hand_Tools_Equipment&hash=item5ad8facaab

Or should I just crack out the hammer?
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PostPosted: 14:45 - 09 May 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote
I have this one

Whale chain tools seem to come recommended on here. I had a cheaper Motrax one that snapped on the third use. I think I've only used the Whale tool once so far but it made the job so simple. Hopefully, coming from Whale it will last.
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stinkwheel
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PostPosted: 18:41 - 09 May 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote
I have a Heine Gericke own make one.

I'll have used it half a dozen times now with no problems.
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G
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PostPosted: 19:53 - 09 May 2010    Post subject: Re: Chain splitters/rivetters Reply with quote
For hollow rivets - an ok cheapish tool and an angle grinder to remove.
For solid rivets - a whale tool to do both.

I have been known to reuse links that I've split with the whale, but it's a load of hassle and generally probably not worth it.
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deanoet
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PostPosted: 20:52 - 09 May 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote
stinkwheel wrote:
I have a Heine Gericke own make one.

I'll have used it half a dozen times now with no problems.


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Same one

You need to grind the end off the rivet when splitting or it will break and you will have to go back to the shop and get a new one. Smile

Used it 3 times since then. No probs at all.
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PostPosted: 21:27 - 09 May 2010    Post subject: Re: Chain splitters/rivetters Reply with quote
But if you grind the end off, you don't really need a splitter Confused - a quick hammer on a small punch or similar does the job.
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DrDonnyBrago
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PostPosted: 21:54 - 09 May 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote
The chain I am buying says it comes with a soft rivet link... would this be ok with a cheap shitty chain tool like the one in the 2nd link?


Chain
https://bikespeeduk.com/epages/steer2916.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/steer2916/Products/1186VX


Tool
https://bikespeeduk.com/epages/steer2916.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/steer2916/Products/CHAINTOOL
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Kickstart
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PostPosted: 22:01 - 09 May 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote
Hi

Yep. I have one of those chain rivetters as well and it will cope with soft links.

All the best

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stinkwheel
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PostPosted: 23:22 - 09 May 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote
deanoet wrote:

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Same one

You need to grind the end off the rivet when splitting or it will break and you will have to go back to the shop and get a new one. Smile

Used it 3 times since then. No probs at all.


I split all those chains at a random link using that tool. Pushed the pins through with no real effort.
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DrDonnyBrago
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PostPosted: 09:17 - 10 May 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote
Cheers everyone, I bought the one that I just posted in the second link as it is a good price made better by sharing the delivery with a set of tyres and a chain and sprocket kit - for £20 if it only lasts 2 chains then it has paid for itself Thumbs Up
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t121anf
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PostPosted: 15:26 - 10 May 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote
this one

https://www.gear4bikes.com/images/workshop/tools/H790050.jpg
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