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georgekathe
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Re: Problems adjusting the belt tension
Reply #15 - 04/04/07 at 21:16:43
 
after I was happy my wheel was aligned & belt was correct tension I painted little white lines on both the swinging arm & the adjusters - know when I readjust I'll have to get them off & repaint, but can't see having to adjust belt for a long time. I also used the tension guage & belt passed the 90 degree twist test too.
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Re: Problems adjusting the belt tension
Reply #16 - 08/11/07 at 11:00:24
 
A question about the 90 degree method...

My belt is squeaking a lot so I checked the tension. I can twist it easily to 45 degrees and then I get a fair amount of resistance, but if I apply a LOT more pressure I can just about get it to 90 degrees.

Am I right in thinking the 45 degrees is my true reading?

Sorry to be so dumb  Embarrassed
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Re: Problems adjusting the belt tension
Reply #17 - 08/11/07 at 17:16:03
 
Remember to get all the slack in the bottom side of the belt by putting it in gear & rolling backwards. Then check for the 90* twist. If you are working so hard to twist it, it's either too tight or you are too weak to ride. ( I am leaning toward the "It's too tight" position, cuz I dont want you coming to my house & grabbing me by the throat to show me you arent too weak to ride..  Wink)
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