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Old 12-10-2019, 12:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Dave View Post
Call me skeptical - short time member with few posts.

How many chains get used before the cassette is replaced?

I once used a campy 10 chain for 6000 miles. Elongation waa was low, roller wear and side clearance wear were huge. Also got new-chain skip when a new chain was installed.

With 12 speed there are no cheap chains or cassettes. I wouldn't recommend your procedure to anyone.
I do have similar experiences to Mr. Robot here. I'm an acolyte of the Jobst Brandt school of chain maintenance - wipe down with an oily rag if needed..
My chains usually got swapped once per season/10k km and that was, according to the Roloff chain meter, way befor their due date. My cassettes last forever, too...
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