Okay, I'm probably going to start something here, but whats the verdict on whether to use a clip master link on the drive train, or rivit. Yes, I know rivits are more durable, but without buying the tool (100.00) or getting a bike shop to do it. (more $$) your stuck!

Has anyone ever had a bad experience using a clip type masterlink? I know they have to be installed in the right direction and lubes before riding, but other than that is there anything else to look for?

 

[align=left]I have used the clip type for many years without problem. I have also lost the clip once but nothing happened that time. Now I use a chain with rivet because it had that type of link when I bought the chain, no other reason.
You can assemble the rivet link by yourself without tool. Just a hammer, a small anvil and some skills will do it just fine.
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+1 - Easy to do, a small ball-peen hammer and a chunk of flat iron, and you're away !

 

yup Gill
that is all it takes and a grinder to cut of the old chain, tokk me half an hour.

 

Ditto

 

So Bluebeard and Dragon, you would use a clip type master link???