Middle chainring ma...
 

[Closed] Middle chainring making a pinging noise

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It only started after I put a new chain on.
Doesn't do it in the other two rings.
Does it mean the middle chainring needs replacing?
Seems a bit of a silly question seeing as it doesn't happen in the other two but thought I'd check. My technical knowledge is a bit limited so grateful for any advice!
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Posted : 29/06/2012 9:28 am
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I suspect the middle ring is worn and the chain isn't sitting on it properly. What's the cassette like?


 
Posted : 29/06/2012 9:29 am
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Cassette looks ok. I think you're right and it's the chainring. Oh well, time to get the credit card out... ๐Ÿ™„
Thanks for reply.


 
Posted : 29/06/2012 9:48 am
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Look at chainring teeth, if they're hooked then definitely change, before the dreaded chain suck.


 
Posted : 29/06/2012 9:53 am
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Might be a burr* on one of the middle chainring teeth - have a look and if there is file it smooth.

* Sometimes the chain wears a flat spot on the edge of the chainring teeth where it connects with the chain, and sometimes this flat spot (burr) grows/squishes outwards and becomes wide enough to catch on the side plates of the chain causing a "ping". Soft chainrings are very susceptible and if ignored this can lead to chainsuck. Solution is to file off the burr.

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This is really bad, but if it's just on a couple of teeth a quick file will fix it.


 
Posted : 29/06/2012 9:55 am