Have to agree going without a tensioner is ideal. I also stand (or ride) behind the 41 chain, easy to find at the Tractor Supply store, and very durable. If you must use a tensioner the spring ones are best. I was in a pinch and scrapped an old rear derailer from a junk bike, rigged it to act as a spring tensioner (some bending required). Ive had zero problems with the chain since.
*edit* the sprocket wear is from my first build, I used the old one as it was missing from the new kit. She has about 4k miles on her.
*edit* the sprocket wear is from my first build, I used the old one as it was missing from the new kit. She has about 4k miles on her.
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