Too much slack in front chain?? '02 Conquest 8x8

[JoeMeg]

"1/2" links

McMaster-Carr

[ARGOJIM]

Thanks guys. It is the front axle chain, not idler, and I assumed replacement was the only option, but was hoping I was wrong. With only 170 hours, I was hoping to get more use from them. Anyway, they are the shortest chains and most affordable. There seems to be no wear on the sprockets yet so I may try a makeshift tensioner out with scrap Teflon pads to get me through the season. Thanks again.

170 with tracks in near average 75 percent or more wear, get new chains. As JohnF wrote more less, simply chains stretch.
1/2 links will eat the sprocket and you'll be doing them also, you'll probably do that next time anyhow of they aren't sharp now.

Look at the chain specs your buying, some have 150 hour life some 400ish hour life.

[Dan67]

Replace the front chains. Get a good quality chain off ebay, cheaper then buying new from a dealer. Look for Diamond or Tsubaki. Do not use a chain made china. Brand new front chains are very tight and a pain to install. Make sure you lube the chains with good quality lube. Dry chains wear out much faster.