Chain Plate Service Anyone?
YIKES!
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iKRiBShhlQ&w=420&h=315]
If it inspired you to consider your chainplates then read here for more information on chainplate service and inspection.
~T.R.C.
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