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Originally Posted by BJC
In 2011, 33 used a bearing block setup which pulled the chains tight. This drivetrain was around 85% efficient which is pretty good.
In 2012, 33 ran "loose" chains. We had delrin skids which we shimed up to tention the chains but not to the point where the chain was tight around the sprockets. This drivetrain was around 92% efficient which is extremely good.
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How are you determining your efficiency numbers? Am I picking up that you are doing custom testing? (If so, do you mind sharing your methods?)
Thanks,
-Travis
If I am going to give away six dozens tasty treats without allowing any for myself, I have to make sure that the challenge is really worth it! - dlavery [more] 
10-12-2012, 00:55
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