dmr conversion kit HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!

toslow
toslow Posts: 85
edited August 2008 in MTB workshop & tech
I'm trying to convert my Carrera kraken to a single speed . So i ordered an dmr singlespeed kit with tensioner and a truvativ single speed crank . I was unsure of the type of chain to use so popped down to LBS for advice .They recommended a SRAM single speed chain , but on getting home discovered it does not seem to fit within the groove on the tensioning wheel. I have a part worn 9 speed chain that seems to fit in the groove but seems a bit to snug on single cog.
Is it okay to run a nine speed chain ? and/or is the chain supposed to be of a really snug fit on the rear cog? Has anyone out there fitted one of these kits ?
Thanks for any reply.

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    which tensioner? link.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • toslow
    toslow Posts: 85
    It's an sts tensioner . I would set up a link but am very stupid and don't no how. I got the kit from wiggle.
  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    well is the Sram SS chain does not fit between the flanges. then it is 8/9 spd chain compatible.

    dmr%20sts.jpg
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • toslow
    toslow Posts: 85
    thanks
    I just wasn't 100% sure and needed someone to tell me that a 9 speed chain was ok.
  • gustie
    gustie Posts: 118
    let me know how it goes for you....

    im looking on doing this to a ridgeback i have here :)

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