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Old 06-27-2006, 02:06 AM
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I was told there needs to be a about a half in. of play on bottom part of chain is that right?

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Old 06-27-2006, 02:10 AM
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sry posted this in new members area, realized after i did it.
 
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Ive heard from alot of people that there should be about an inch of deflection, i asked alot of people cuz mine was hella lose!
 
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The chain should have a little play...if your chain is sagging in the center it's way too lose! You should be able to wiggle it a little with your finger. An inch is usually good.
 
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