New chain SRAM PC-991 Fitting

aidyman
aidyman Posts: 15
edited March 2009 in MTB workshop & tech
Hi everyone,,,,,,
I broke my Shimano chain this morning..... what a bummer... not happy...
I decided to buy a more expensive chain but am new to all this so need some guidance on how to fit it and what tools I will need. (The chain is longer than my old one)
I bought a SRAM PC-991
Bike is 2009 Boardman Pro

Any help... pointers
Cheers :!:

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  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    You will need to measure it, and use a chain tool to split it. We have a guide in the FAQ or workshop stickies on how to measure it.

    Then simply thread through the mechs and around the cogs, then use the powerlink to join.
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  • aidyman
    aidyman Posts: 15
    Cheers for the help... will try to fit it on the weekend...
  • ratty2k
    ratty2k Posts: 3,872
    Did you keep the old cahin? Easiest way is to compare the lengths. Yes, I know chains "stretch" over time but its still the easiest way.
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  • aidyman
    aidyman Posts: 15
    Yep, I kept the old chain.... I was going lay out the new one against the old one.. was just not sure if i lost any links in the stream when it broke though
    Cheers

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