SOLVED--- Chain - Fastening to other components

[knotian]

I am building a MOC that for HISTORICAL ACCURACY I'd like to use chain rather than rope/cable to operate parts. The problem is trying to fasten the chain to anything other than chain.

I have found that I can fasten the chain, ending in a closed link, by using a 30553 (Hinge cylinder 1x2 locking), and then an axle connected to the object. This is not a "legal" connection, but a jam fit.

Does anyone have a way to fasten the open end to a brick, panel etc.?

Thanx

Edited September 13, 2018 by knotian
Solved

[suffocation]

The old tread links can fit on either side into one of the holes in a z24 gear. This technique was used on a Technic set from back in the day - can't remember which.

[Seasider]

Are you using Technic Chain 3711?

if you are use Link Tread 3873 at the ends and this will push fit into a standard hole.

this technique is used on Fork Lift 8843 ... from 1984!

http://lego.brickinstructions.com/lego_instructions/set/8843/Fork_Lift_Truck

 

 

Edited September 13, 2018 by Seasider

[knotian]

Seasider,

OUTSTANDING!!!!!

Thanks a lot. Wish I knew this a lot earlier because I could have saved myself a lot of gnashed teeth and head pounding. Now the bruises can heal.

Ed

[Seasider]

The fork lift is one of the original Technic models I have (though in need of some replacement parts) and I remember the chain mechanism well.

glad to have solved your problem.

im guessing the link will fit securely into a studless liftarm if you’re going in that route too

[ludov]

Part 3873 also fits under a standard 1x4 plate.