Cam chain length

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Cam chain length

03 Nov 2016 07:42
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I received my replacement cam chain and noticed when comparing them that the new one is shorter by one link. I wouldn't think a chain would stretch this much. I'm kind of concerned here and need some advice.

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This is the chain I ordered www.z1enterprises.com/product/KL12-8099 I have a special tool to rivet the link back together.
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Re: Cam chain length

03 Nov 2016 07:46
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How many links and what bike is it? My old chain stretched about 1/4" compared to the new one.
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Re: Cam chain length

03 Nov 2016 07:51
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Are the # of links the same as indicated on the box?

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Re: Cam chain length

03 Nov 2016 07:53
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It seems you purchased the wrong chain. Removing links is okay to get the proper length but I wouldn't attempt to lengthen.
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Re: Cam chain length

03 Nov 2016 07:58
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78 Kz1000 I'll have to count the links and compare what it says on the box. Thanks for the replies!
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Re: Cam chain length

03 Nov 2016 08:08 - 03 Nov 2016 08:24
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loneagle wrote: 78 Kz1000 I'll have to count the links and compare what it says on the box. Thanks for the replies!

You need a 122 link chain for your 78 1000 ( Which would have been Part number EK 219 H )
The one you have bought is 124 links which fits the later (square cam cover) MK2/ST1000 .
Simply remove 2 pins to get the correct pin count and length ( it's the same chain type and pitch)
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Re: Cam chain length

03 Nov 2016 08:14
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Are you figuring in the link you are going to rivet in ?
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Re: Cam chain length

03 Nov 2016 11:06
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Ok, I got it all figured out. I had a brain fart and was looking at the wrong chain this morning. :S Yep, I did the count and got 122 pins. Thanks for the help!
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