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By David Fiedler, About.com

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Make the Chain the Right Length

Chain tool in action

Chain tool in action

(c) Dieter Laskowski
Using a chain tool (or have the shop do this - it'll take them about two seconds), separate the chain by popping out the pin that joins the links to give you the desired length. 10-12 links or about eight to inches of chain will give you a good size.

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