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Sram Power Link compatibility?

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#1 ·
I bought a Power Link for an 8 speed rear derailleur sized chain (not too sure what brand chain it is; whatever comes with the Gary Fisher Wahoo), but it doesn't fit correctly, it's not sliding into the locking position. I brought the chain and the link to my LBS, and they suggested using pliers to put it on. After many attempts and sore hands later, the thing still does not fit.

Am I doing it wrong, or do I simply have the wrong part?
 
#3 ·
Not compatible

The Sram 8 speed powerlink will NOT work with a Shimano 8 speed chain as the Sram and Shimano's are different widths. The 9 speed links will work on both 9 speed systems as they are the same width.

Shimano Hyperglide 8-Speed Chains
Color: Black/Silver
Speeds: 8-Speed
Chain Compatibility: 6, 7, 8
Weight: 333 g
Width: 7.4 mm
Links: 116 links

SRAM PC870 Chains

Detailed Specs
Color: Silver/Gray
Speeds: 6, 7, 8-Speed
Chain Compatibility: 6, 7, 8
Weight: 318 g
Width: 7.1 mm
Links: 114 links
 
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