Chain rivet link fitting?
 

Sup,


How can I install a riveted master link without the use of an expensive rivet gun.

Questions
1] Would the slip on link from my previous chain be compatible with the riveted master link?


2] Would be able to rivet the master link with a twister riveter?
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I'm selling my bike an buying a car as I'm susceptible to chilblains during the winter. So purchasing an expensive gun which will only be used once would be a waste.

Re: Master link advice?
 

You've lost me. What are you trying to rivet?

Re: Master link advice?
 

SH what the OP means can he rivet his chain with that tool or can he use a fish plate quick link from his old chain.

Mate you could use a quick link but it's highly not recommended, it's dangerous to use quick link.

No you can't use that tool, when you get the rivet you'll understand.

Get a garage to do it for you so it's done properly and safely, a chain flying off could take your leg off.

Master link advice?
 

You could use the split link from your existing chain, but it's worn and will reduce the life of the whole set. It isn't recommended to use a split link on anything but low powered machines, that said I know several people that use them on everything.
Fit your new chain and sprockets with a split link, then go to someone suitably equipped to rivet the link, it should only cost a few pounds to get it done right.

Re: Chain rivet link fitting?
 

Thanks Sid, my brain couldn't remember split link that early in the morning

Re: Chain rivet link fitting?
 

If you're going to do it yourself here's something worth noting. There's 2 types of rivet link and there's 2 types of riveting tool. Check what type of link you have before ordering the tool.

Re: Chain rivet link fitting?
 

thanks guys

Re: Chain rivet link fitting?
 

Where are you? there are enough orgers who could rivet a chain if you bought them a pint.