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Old 08-10-17 | 07:52 AM
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Bikes: too many bikes from 1967 10s (5x2)Frejus to a Sumitomo Ti/Chorus aluminum 10s (10x2), plus one non-susp mtn bike I use as my commuter

The right tension is no tension. Chain drive systems require some slack in the return loop. The ideal adjustment allows minimal slack at all times.

Because there's some eccentricity in the sprockets the amount of slack will vary, and you need to allow for that. A general rule of thumb is 1/4" vertical free play at the center of the lower loop. Then rotate through a few pedal revolutions to confirm that there are no tight spots.
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