What problems will arise if...

Chucker_Dude
Chucker_Dude Posts: 209
edited October 2007 in MTB workshop & tech
i use a 34-36t bash and chainguide on a 32t chainring?

At the moment im having to use spacers under the guide, and someone told me this isnt a good idea. My ISGC adapter bent so i have to get another one, and im wondering whether its worth getting a new ring aswell...
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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    nothing really except that it may rub on the chain and it is bigger than you need.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • Chucker_Dude
    Chucker_Dude Posts: 209
    Nick you mean the bash thats going to rub or the chainguide?
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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    chain on bash. but it does depend on what you are using....
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • Chucker_Dude
    Chucker_Dude Posts: 209
    Raceface Diabolous bash + chainguide?

    TBH, ive been running the bash on the chainring for a while and its fine. I shouldve been more specific in my first post.

    But, a work collegue seems to think that there will be problems with the guide if i keep running my ring smaller than the bash
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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    tbh i dont know that set up.

    what can happen with set ups used with smaller rings than they are designed for comes down to the chain angle as it may not clear the guides/rings... as the distance between the edge of the chain ring and the bash is too big.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown

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