Hi All, Just wanted to (finally) close the link...I mean, loop on this thread in case anyone is considering running this drivetrain on their new, beautiful lugged Roadini!
In my switch to the Clipper GS 46x30 crank, I had to add a couple of chain links to the chain as I was moving to a larger big ring. I tried to add the extra links by connecting them with a chain tool, rather than using a quick link. My installation of the additional links with a chain tool was not correct as the connecting pin did not install cleanly (it actually appeared to install correctly at the time, just may have worked itself loose with use?)...this is what was causing the excessive noise and clunkiness in the drivetrain. I noticed the damaged pin/link when I shifted through the gears while the bike was in the work stand and replaced it with a quick link...problem solved! The drivetrain now runs like a charm! The Q-factor is definitely not as tight as Ronnie Romance would like it, but I've really enjoyed the gearing and I think the crank looks great on the Roadini <https://photos.app.goo.gl/RyshxJLS8gRn5UvR9>! I now understand that you cannot add links to newer chains without using a quick link...is this true? Or was I simply being a subpar mechanic once again? Cheers! Jesse in ATL, GA On Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 12:18:18 PM UTC-4 Jesse Marshburn wrote: Thanks so much, Joe! I'll certainly consider the 3 possibilities that you described! Now off to the shed! On Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 11:46:41 AM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: As Bill says it looks fine from here. Possibilities I can come up with off the top of my head: 1. It's a mix of new/used parts and the chain is kinda grumbly over cogs and chainrings of a different age. 2. Your FD is designed for a 39-52 chainring combo, your front shifting may seem slightly difficult moving the chain through the 16-tooth gap you're trying to cover. 3. I've found SRAM chains to be noisier than some other brands. A clean-and-lube should quiet it down a bit. That's all I got! 🙋♂️ Joe Bernard Clearlake CA On Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 8:07:04 AM UTC-7 Jesse Marshburn wrote: Hi All, There seems to be some knowledgable mechanics in this group, so I wanted to ask about the drivetrain on my 52 Roadini <https://photos.app.goo.gl/fnqd5j1MLyc4cCmU7>. It works okay, but just doesn't seem very smooth and happy...clunky is the way I'd describe it. I'm wondering if some folks might be able to offer some advice on where I should begin troubleshooting or perhaps what parts I should swap out to make it 'happier.' Also worth noting that I built the bike up myself and I'd consider myself a 'competent at best' - level mechanic. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Here's what I'm currently running: -Shimano 105 hub (FH-R7000). I believe this is technically a 10-11 speed hub...I'm running it with the spacer for a 10-speed. -Shimano Deore rear derailer (RD-M591). -Sram 11-32 9-speed cassette. -Sram PC 951 chain. -Shimano FD-2300 <https://www.ebay.com/itm/175671466565?chn=ps&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1oUJATdDYTX2dHVVC7l_uLQ24&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=175671466565&targetid=2320093655185&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9010926&poi=&campaignid=21222258394&mkgroupid=164713660992&rlsatarget=aud-1242981526930:pla-2320093655185&abcId=9408285&merchantid=5304435804&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwrKu2BhDkARIsAD7GBou4eFF2JuL25UlxVziO5xQuNVjXHgdtbKoke6HbFLgE_lGFNlOkNb0aAkeCEALw_wcB> front derailer -Clipper GS 46x30 crank with a 107mm BB -Also, I did have the derailer hanger aligned before I started the build. Just wondering if anything jumps out as being weird or incompatible! Any advice is greatly appreciated! -Jesse in Atlanta, GA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/d2864a75-6017-4695-a1b7-8632a3cf66fcn%40googlegroups.com.
