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4. Insert a tool with a round shaft diameter (Philips
screwdriver in photo) that closely approximates the hole
in the eccentric. Then, slowly rotate the wheels in
direction (a) to increase the drive chain slack or
direction (b) to decrease drive chain slack. When the
specified chain slack is reached, tighten the rear axle
locking bolts.
Drive chain stretch inspection
1. With the upper or lower section of the drive chain tight
between the sprockets, measure the distance between
the span of 13 pins from pin center to pin center. If the
distance exceeds the service limit, replace the chain.
2. Measure the distance between the specified span of
pins from pin center to pin center with the chain
installed on the vehicle.
a. Increase slack
b. Decrease slack
a
b
1. Countershaft
2. Rear sprocket
a. stretch measurement
(1)
(2)
a