Originally Posted by
JohnDThompson
You already have a derailleur, so why do you need a tensioner? Just adjust the derailleur to hold the chain where you want it. A chain tensioner is nothing more than a derailleur that doesn't shift gears.
Well, a derailleur cage has 2 pulleys and an SS tensioner only has one. It will still work, but will require more chain and will create a little bit more drag. But, I agree that this is the cheapest way to go if you don't care about looks, and it doesn't require any cutting and grinding.