KartFab
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This short article will show you how to install a roller chain master link and orient the retaining clip correctly. This is for your standard go kart roller chain (non-o-ring).
This is part of my grand scheme to make a little website, and I figured I would share it wherever I can to help out those that may need to assemble a master link on roller chain.
- Line up the chain ends on the axle sprocket.
- Install the plate with pins so the grooves in the pin ends are facing outward
- Install the non-pin plate
- Using a screwdriver, put pressure on the retaining clip so it snaps into the pin grooves. The closed end of the retaining clip should lead and the open end should trail as the chain travels around the sprockets (see video).
This is part of my grand scheme to make a little website, and I figured I would share it wherever I can to help out those that may need to assemble a master link on roller chain.