chain and sprokets?

[gumby1220]

how much would it cost me to bring my bike into a shop for new chain and sprockets to be installed?

[Psycho1]

Not sure since I always change mine myself, but I would guess somewhere between 1 and 2 hrs labor depending on how quick your local mechanics are, or whatever book time they list.

[VifferJim]

Depends on the shop, but when all is said and done, probably around $250-300 P&L.

[gumby1220]

how much is labor usually around because i do plan on getting the parts my self.

also how hard is it to change them out yourself? if i decide to do it

[VifferJim]

how much is labor usually around because i do plan on getting the parts my self.

also how hard is it to change them out yourself? if i decide to do it

Look for about $40 - 50 for hourly rates. Hardest part of DIY is the masterlink. I don't trust the clip-ons; prefer the rivet-style. You'll need a tool for that ($20 for a knock-off). Otherwise, on a scale of 1 - 10 (10 being the toughest), I'd say you're looking at maybe a 3, tops.

[steves]

If you can adjust the chain, it's not much harder than that.

[gumby1220]

well then it looks like i'll do it myself thanks for the info like always. sorry for all the questions. i'm not new to rideing but am new to working on my own bike. used to have a buddy do it all for me. he moved and i hate paying for things to be done if it can be done myself.

i checked out the DIY for chain and sprokets good info there.

anyone know where i can get a cheap riveting tool and chain and sprocket set. the cheapest i found for a rivet tool is $98 on bike bandit.

[steves]

Check The CyberPoet's deal thread in the members only deal area.

[gumby1220]

thanks sent pm to him.

steves do you by any chance brew beer? your title bottle washer brought it to mind

[steves]

thanks sent pm to him.

steves do you by any chance brew beer? your title bottle washer brought it to mind

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[gumby1220]

http://www.clichesite.com/content.asp?which=tip+3260

ahh makes since now

also on note of the chain and sprockets what brands do you suggest for a rivet style chain