Thanks, I did read the thread, and that's why I was confused and asked the question. I can see how the wording of my question could lead you to think that I didn't read anything. So, if you don't have an EBB, you can just tighten the chain (or perhaps use a half link?) to get it so you don't need the tensioner? That's actually big news for me, and I would appreciate confirmation of this. I don't mean to derail the thread.