MTB singlespeed conversion chain advice
redmini2
Posts: 91
Hi all,
Hopefully in right section. I am trying to build a basic SS from an old MTB frame, I've had lots of parts given to me and decided to treat myself to a few new parts too - as is often the case the costs have spiralled what was supposed to cost a couple of quid for a pub bike will probably end up costing as much as an off the shelf road SS.
WRT the drive chain I have been given some old cranks/bb and old mavic wheels (originally 7 speed) and have purchased the following: Superstar single speed spacer / cog kit 16t; E thirteen 104 g-ring 39t & Gusset bachelor chain tensioner. The odd gear sizes are a starting point and bought due to being sale items, being a novice I have eventually established that I need a 3/32 chain but my dilemma is whether to buy a singlespeed specific such as KMC Z610 or a 8/9 speed chain?
I've found a few posts on various websites but am even more confused now, anyone with any personal experience / views on this please?
Hopefully in right section. I am trying to build a basic SS from an old MTB frame, I've had lots of parts given to me and decided to treat myself to a few new parts too - as is often the case the costs have spiralled what was supposed to cost a couple of quid for a pub bike will probably end up costing as much as an off the shelf road SS.
WRT the drive chain I have been given some old cranks/bb and old mavic wheels (originally 7 speed) and have purchased the following: Superstar single speed spacer / cog kit 16t; E thirteen 104 g-ring 39t & Gusset bachelor chain tensioner. The odd gear sizes are a starting point and bought due to being sale items, being a novice I have eventually established that I need a 3/32 chain but my dilemma is whether to buy a singlespeed specific such as KMC Z610 or a 8/9 speed chain?
I've found a few posts on various websites but am even more confused now, anyone with any personal experience / views on this please?
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Take your pick.
But if either of your cog or cain ring is SS specific you will not be able to run a geared chain as they are a different width.
39t is a bit big."Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
Parktools :?:SheldonBrown0 -
Thanks for reply, I would imagine the rear cog as supplied in superstar kit would be singlespeed specific, perhaps that is the answer.
The 39t is big, was looking at bigger though as I plan to use it on road almost exclusively with the occasional shortcut across flat dirt or grass, I nearly bought slicks so was initially looking for a gear ratio around 2.6 or 2.7 but went for a fast rolling off road tyre instead. I am hoping I can make the 39t work for me by adjusting rear cog to suit but I may well be proven wrong.0
