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Originally Posted by jblackmd
I recently had my bike serviced, and found that I needed a new chain. I don't think they put on quite the right one. It works well for the most part but it skips in 10th gear. Does anyone know the size of a compatible chain, and where to get one?
A 1973 bike would have a 2 chainring x 5 cog drivetrain with a 1/2” x 3/32” derailleur chain. Any chain made for 5-6-7-8-speed bikes will work.

Since it only skips on one cog, was that cog inspected for wear?
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