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[Closed] Chain/mech strains when compressing shock - options?

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I'm running the right chain length but could it be the clutch is set too tight in the mech? When pushing the seat down to compress the shock, the drivetrain "ticks" as though it's under strain. Also on steep climbs in low gears it does the same on pedal strokes. I'm thinking the clutch is set too tight, but I don't want to slacken it to the point of rendering it useless. Anyone else had this issue?


 
Posted : 05/11/2016 10:27 pm
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What frame, shock and mech?


 
Posted : 05/11/2016 10:35 pm
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Hammerhead Thumper 29er, Fox Float CTD, SLX medium cage clutch, 1 x 10.


 
Posted : 05/11/2016 10:40 pm
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Does it do it with the clutch switched off? Or if you take the chain off the rings?


 
Posted : 05/11/2016 10:41 pm
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Did you size the chain with the shock compressed/removed?


 
Posted : 05/11/2016 10:50 pm
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Doesn't do it with the clutch off, which is why I think that's the issue, but the clutch isn't overly tight.


 
Posted : 06/11/2016 6:43 am
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Sounds like the clutch is dry.
Switch off clutch, remove cover, grease clutch and pop cover back on. Quick and easy!


 
Posted : 06/11/2016 11:10 am