Chain Tensioner Chain Tensioner Examples

[AussieSteve]

A few tensioner ideas:-
Many of these are from another members collection, some time ago.
Sorry, can't remember who.
(11 pics - slow loading - sorry)

... Steve

 

[happycheapskate]

Those are really nice. I have long horizontal dropouts, so I just found two lengths of chain that worked without any tensioner. You can get BMX chain half-links at bicycle shops.

I think these are really good though. I like the way you have prevented the roller from possilby going into the spokes because of a loosened bracket. And these provide a good method for those with vertical dropouts.

The seat tube located roller with the quick release was really good. The spring one was a little rough looking but had a very good execution. I bet that is the nicest one to own, since it automatically takes up the tension, because wheel removal will be expedited when changing a flat.