Master link o-rings?

[94BANSHEE]

Hi guys,

I kept the o-rings on the master link on one side, but can I leave the other 2 o-rings off on the other side where the master link clip goes on?

Its darn tight to squeeze the clip with all 4 o-rings and I cant seem to get the clip on. So Im wondering if I can leave out the 2 o-rings on that side

 

thx

[toytech]

if you leave them out you will get dirt in there, they are tough to get together keep working at it

[94BANSHEE]

if you leave them out you will get dirt in there, they are tough to get together keep working at it

 

ok. do you use any type of special tool to clamp it tight?

[Finch]

non oring chain FTW! finger muscle needle nose my help but not sure!

[Starwriter]

Vicegrips

[Motooutcastxxx]

I've run them without on several occasions with no problems but as stated you will definitely get dirt in there so it's not the best idea.. Pick yourself up one of these;

 

http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p/43/-/171/989/-/9524/Motion-Pro-Mini-Chain-Press-Tool-For-520-Chain

[<2002banshee>]

I just put one together yesterday, I used a big set of channel locks. Its a pain, but can be done.

[jbooker82]

I just use my chain breaker tool to press the side plate on.

[mike0chek]

I just use my chain breaker tool to press the side plate on.

 

x2

 

works like a charm