In a message dated 11/15/2002 10:37:12 PM Eastern Standard Time, TheMaaslands@comcast.net writes:
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> Paul asked:
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> > What is the smallest chain-ring which I can put on a 1983 NR 144BD crank
> > before the chain is dragging on the spider? I want to down-gear the Bob
> > Jackson a little for longer rides and the present set has 52T-43T rings.
> > I have picked up a 49T and would like a smaller inside ring. Will it
> > take a 40T? Is 43T or maybe 42T the smallest I can go?
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> You can fit an Ofmega or similar 41T ring on if you can find one.
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> Steven Maasland
> Moorestown, NJ
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>
> ---Avocet-branded Ofmegas were made and Campagnolo NR/.SR as well
Larry Black
Maryland