Changing my foam nunchaku chain links!

[auric18]

I bought foam nunchaku from the martial art shop. It is 7 link chain but I realized it is to long and I want 5 link or 3 link chains.  I was wondering if you can change the chain link on the ball bearing if so could someone either do a tutorial or breifly explain how to do it and what tools and things you would need. Any help would be appritiated.

[Saverok]

You can just cut the links that are in middle...

[jmvicuna]

You can just cut the links that are in middle...

... and then add a quick link:

[auric18]

I thought I could knock the pin out alittle bit and replace the chain and knock it back in with hammer after putting a new chain on that is shorter.

[Yayu]

I thought I could knock the pin out alittle bit and replace the chain and knock it back in with hammer after putting a new chain on that is shorter.

You thought right, I myself just use a nail to punch out the tension pin. Be sure to have your swivel sit on an elevated platform to prevent smashing it off it's socket. If you're working with a rivet though, you gotta destroy that thing - an angle grinder did the job for me though I can't stress enough on how careful you should be. Google Image search "Angle Grinder Accident" I dare you.

[danceswithsticks]

vise grips can make a handy mini vise, though a vise is easier. a hack saw or bolt cutters to cut chain. if you use mini links I'd use a small drop of silicone caulk/sealer on the threads it will lock it in place but you can still take it apart with a little more effort, use it on your pin as well if your pin is loose after you reset it.