I'm currently upgrading my drivetrain from 3x8 to shimano xt 3x10.
Got everything switched over (cassette, crank/chain rings, shifters, rd and chain). Was told that the stock fd would be ok to leave on. But now I got a good deal on a xt fd and will have to break the chain to put on the new fd.
Now my questions are:
- initially when broke the chain to the correct length, shimano states to break it anywhere but not where a reinforced pin is. I couldn't tell the differences between the pins so I just broke it where the correct length would be. Or are they stating once connected together don't break it where it was connected with the supplied pin?
- I'm getting mixed info on what defines 2 links when measuring chain length. Most sites I see state 2 links consist of 3 pins, yet I saw a video where the person stated 2 links consists of 5 pins (@6:43)
Deore XT 9 Chain Install with KMC missing link - BikemanforU - DIY Bike Repair - YouTube
What's correct?
- Since I need to break the chain for the new fd, I think I'll use some sort of quick disconnecting link so I can take the chain on/off when doing some maintenance. What's everyone's thoughts on KMC's missing link, SRAM's power link, etc? Or should I stay with a pin?
TIA
Got everything switched over (cassette, crank/chain rings, shifters, rd and chain). Was told that the stock fd would be ok to leave on. But now I got a good deal on a xt fd and will have to break the chain to put on the new fd.
Now my questions are:
- initially when broke the chain to the correct length, shimano states to break it anywhere but not where a reinforced pin is. I couldn't tell the differences between the pins so I just broke it where the correct length would be. Or are they stating once connected together don't break it where it was connected with the supplied pin?
- I'm getting mixed info on what defines 2 links when measuring chain length. Most sites I see state 2 links consist of 3 pins, yet I saw a video where the person stated 2 links consists of 5 pins (@6:43)
Deore XT 9 Chain Install with KMC missing link - BikemanforU - DIY Bike Repair - YouTube
What's correct?
- Since I need to break the chain for the new fd, I think I'll use some sort of quick disconnecting link so I can take the chain on/off when doing some maintenance. What's everyone's thoughts on KMC's missing link, SRAM's power link, etc? Or should I stay with a pin?
TIA