Thread: Idler Sprockets
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Re: Idler Sprockets

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Originally Posted by EricH View Post
Make the Delrin a cam shape while you're at it, if you can, or make it slightly oversized. Gives you a tensioner built into the system, which can be helpful if you have problems with slack chain or tight chain.
EricH,

Keep in mind that the shaft under the tensioner has to rotate unconstrained to the idler. I think I will try to have the bore made oversize though. Having tried to get some .374 ID spacers on that shaft earlier today, I don't think I'll make the same mistake twice...