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Chain torque and HP rating?

Posted: Mon Mar 27, 2017 3:10 pm
by Jbeard
Hello all!

I was wondering if anyone knows the specific breaking strength of the transmission chain?

As well as what the "max" HP/torque you guys feel is a safe number.

Thanks!

Chain torque and HP rating?

Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2017 7:34 am
by bcroe
You will never break a good chain; they have been run with 500 engines in motorhomes and
with super or turbochargers. Worry more about it wearing out. Bruce Roe

Re: Chain torque and HP rating?

Posted: Mon Apr 17, 2017 10:08 pm
by Schurkey
First Guess: You can't put enough power through the skinny-ass tires to make chain-and-gear problems.

Re: Chain torque and HP rating?

Posted: Tue Apr 18, 2017 2:20 pm
by NRGF
I have been following this forum and the one before for the last 16 years but have never heard of anyone ever having any chain problems.