[Jackson49]

Based on what you have written it does not take a mechanical engineer to determine that the replacement chain tensioner is the way to go. I think I will get one. Nice writeup and graphics. It is folks like you that make this forum the best.

 

[Jackson49]

I visited the Skunk2 website and was unable to locate the tensioner you are referring to. Perhaps you could could point me in the right direction. Thanks again.

 

[Jackson49]

I'm not an expert. Therefore can not dispute their claim...
However, I think the photographic "evidence" is a bit misleading. In the top photo is seems fairly obvious that there is NO tension on the chain at all - it is not even ON the right side gear....
I believe in the static state, either tensioner would make the chain taught.

Again, I am not disputing the claim of the original post... Just pointing out my observation of the photos.....

Good points based on your observations.