shimming primary so O-ring chain wont rub??

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shimming primary so O-ring chain wont rub??

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I'm thinking of getting an O-ring drive chain but hear they rub on the inner primary.Should I be able to shim the inner primary out enough so it wont rub on the chain or clutch ??
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I ran an o-ring chain on my '64 for 10 years without any rubbing problem. No shims or anything.
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If it is like most of the ones I have seen, you can run the chain with the master link toward the inside and it won't rub.
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If ya need the clearance then shim as needed. I think yer probably gonna have a cleanance issue with the rear chain guard. This may need to be shimmed on swing arm frames. If you are running a rigid frame the rear guard will probably need to be relieved/cut away to clear an O-ring chain. Most quality O-ring chains need to have the side plate pressed on so I don't know how you could install the master link with the side plate facing inward....bosheff
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Thanks for all the help..
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Bosheff wrote:If ya need the clearance then shim as needed. I think yer probably gonna have a cleanance issue with the rear chain guard. This may need to be shimmed on swing arm frames. If you are running a rigid frame the rear guard will probably need to be relieved/cut away to clear an O-ring chain. Most quality O-ring chains need to have the side plate pressed on so I don't know how you could install the master link with the side plate facing inward....bosheff
Well, I have them on a 75 FXE and a 65FL with the link facing inward, I did have to press the link face on, I did it with some vice grip pliers. However, I did not invent that idea, I got it from other guys I have ridden with over the years. Most of those guys ride bikes with belts these days tho. I have had both these chains on for quite a few years so I can't really remember the brand anymore but I think they are Diamond chains, Underdoggie
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Re: shimming primary so O-ring chain wont rub??

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Post by Panacea »

I had to shim my inner primary out just a bit ( one washer) between the lower mount and the tab. I just had the occasional tic, mostly when the chain was a bit loose. Mine is a tsubacki...made in America of course...Mike
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Diamond Brand O Ring chains are JUNK!
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Post by cole »

I've run the same chain On my girl when I put her together in 1990. Reynolds 50. I guess I just ride like a pussy, [no offense Lady's]. cole
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