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Old 06-18-2009, 06:40 PM   #8 (permalink)
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Default Re: Chain Heat Testing

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Originally Posted by Gene View Post
How large are the sprockets and what is the largest countershaft sprocket you can install? How large a sprocket can you put in the rear? Would installing the largest possible sprockets make a significant difference or would it only delay heat buildup?

So if you have a one-piece chain it still generates more heat on the master? Why is that?
If I had to guess. I would assume it would be because the master link isnt properly lubed. It has lube on it when installed but I imagin its less then the other preassembled links.

Just guessing.?
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