max 2 chain tensioners

[john swenson]

has anyone bought a piece of white delrin and cut to fit sizewise,then removed old worn piece and replace with new on the tensioners. if so, did you fasten with rivets,adhesive, or ......any idea of cost on new rwplacements from r.i. thanks johnboy va.

[msafi65]

New replacements are around $8 each. Install with two pop rivits.

[Mike]

While this isn't a difficult task by any means, the how-to for replacing these have a couple of decent photos of what's involved: How to replace Max II Chain Guides

[Noel Woods]

These are adjusters I came up with for a custom machine, but anyone could build a set for any machine including a Max2. For a Max 2 these could be pop riveted or bolted in. The wheel itself is a skateboard wheel which is made from UHMW material and should wear as good or better than even aftermarket adjusters. Skateboard wheels are readily available and inexpensive. This particular skateboard wheel rides on its own internal surface and has a 15/16th bolt going thru it. Skateboard wheels can also use steel bearings if you want to add a greaseable point as well. I think the bolt technique is good enough for this material.

[Rottsrool]

That's a great idea

[thejunkman]

In the past I have made mine just like you suggested and counter sunk machine screws in with lock nuts I have been running them for a long time and no issues I do like the setup noel did though

[john swenson]

thanks guys, one other question. can you get the piece that ratchets up and down off without unbolting the whole unit. got some good guidance. thanks again. johnboy va.

[john swenson]

nevermind, i just read the directions mike guided me to. johnboy va.