The V-twin's timing chain is visible behind a piece of high-temperature glass, for example, like the works of a complication chronograph.

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The chain of financial losses are timing decisions in which some are realizing their losses in zero-sum financial calculations, while others will realize gains later.

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In fact, this bicycle doesn't use any metal parts at all -- the solid tires are made of reconstituted rubber and a car timing belt is used instead of a chain.

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The timing was very important because I entered the chain as this method was being used and the time fell right for me.

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