Camchain adjuster

[Sprocket]

My horseshoe isn't stuck, but it wasn't completely smooth through it's arc of operation. I'm pretty sure I could restore it to working service as it's a pretty straightforward pivot, no?

And do you have to have softlink chains, or can you still get proper ones?

[Nurse Julie]

Yes, 'proper' cam chains as you call them are still available by DID. Soft link are only used if the owner doesn't want to strip the whole engine down.

[sye]

My horseshoe isn't stuck, but it wasn't completely smooth through it's arc of operation. I'm pretty sure I could restore it to working service as it's a pretty straightforward pivot, no?

And do you have to have softlink chains, or can you still get proper ones?

Don't be confused by the term soft link. The link pins are hardened just like the others, it's just the end that's softer so it can be rolled over with a chain tool. They are fine and used on replacement drive chains for some very powerful bikes. You need the right tool and make sure that the link is rolled over enough without cracking it.

[Sprocket]

You need the right tool and make sure that the link is rolled over enough without cracking it.

...is why I'm asking    I know enough about bicycle chains and the theory, but I think I'd like peace of mind.