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Chain question

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by Stoopkid22, Mar 12, 2015.

  1. Stoopkid22

    Stoopkid22 Member

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    finally getting around to getting my 550 maxim back together. Now I need to know what kind of chain to buy. I have a 120 link but it's still 8 inches too short and doesn't fit the sprockets. Thanks for any help in advance
     
    Stoopkid22, Mar 12, 2015
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    chacal Moderator Moderator Supporting Vendor Premium Member

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    Hmmm....something's really wrong, because the XJ550's only use a 104-link chain. Stock rear wheel? How many teeth are on both the front and the rear drive sprockets?
     
    chacal, Mar 12, 2015
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    Sorry man! Forgot to mention it has been hardtailed and stretched
     
    Stoopkid22, Mar 12, 2015
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    FtUp Well-Known Member

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    ok, then what you need to do is measure out 8 inches on your chain and count the links. then ad that number to what you already have.

    FU
     
    FtUp, Mar 12, 2015
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    Thanks guys
     
    Stoopkid22, Mar 13, 2015
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    MiCarl Active Member

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    Make sure you get one plenty long. It's a lot easier to cut links off than it is to stretch a short one.
     
    MiCarl, Mar 13, 2015
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Gotta love it when you aren't given the complete story, but expected to diagnose a problem.....
     
    hogfiddles, Mar 14, 2015
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