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dsm2002

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Mechanical chain tensioner for the M42?
« on: June 07, 2016, 09:07:40 AM »
Is there a mechanical chain tensioner for the M42?
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Re: Mechanical chain tensioner for the M42?
« Reply #1 on: July 01, 2016, 08:12:17 AM »
it should not be difficult to make one. Just do not forger that oil passing through it to lubricate chain.

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Re: Mechanical chain tensioner for the M42?
« Reply #2 on: July 01, 2016, 01:26:15 PM »
Why?
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Re: Mechanical chain tensioner for the M42?
« Reply #3 on: July 03, 2016, 12:53:39 AM »
Just wondering whether there was an option.
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Re: Mechanical chain tensioner for the M42?
« Reply #4 on: July 03, 2016, 09:38:08 PM »
Wouldn't the chain be too tight when the engine was cold, and/or too loose when the engine is up to operating temp?
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