Where do I split my chain

[andsaw]

My chain has one of those chain pins that you snap off once inserted, do you remove that pin or should you split the chain at a different point and leave the chain pin in place so I can fit a missing link.

 

[pawl]

My chain has one of those chain pins that you snap off once inserted, do you remove that pin or should you split the chain at a different point and leave the chain pin in place so I can fit a missing link.

Don't do it in the kitchen you will get chain grease all over the floor.

I suspect that you are referring to a Shimano chain,if so i am not sure a quick link will fit.Some one with more knowledge will be along to advise.

 

[User33236]

Why do you want to split your chain?

The Shimano joining link looks different to all other link in the chain. I would suggest if you do need to spilt your chain then do so at that point and use a quick link to re-join to make future disconnects easier

 

[andsaw]

I use chain wax that you heat up so i need the link to rejoin, I know the shimano link is different as its just a solid barrel but you can't reuse them and was asking as I understand that when a shimano pin is inserted it expand the hole and can cause problems when you use a missing link in the same hole and you should rejoin in a different place and leave the shimano pin in place.

 

[oldfatfool]

Do not try and break the chain at the connecting pin. Any other pin is fine.

 

[andsaw]

Do not try and break the chain at the connecting pin. Any other pin is fine.

so I presume I'm right in what I was lead to believe then, I'm glad I asked this question as was ready to take it out.