Proper chain tension

snowcannon said:

Hi guys.
I think the chain on my 14 m8000 is too loose. Planning to crack open the case. Assuming the automatic tensioner is not doing its job, how tight should I set the tensioner? How much should I be able to push the chain in with a finger? I'm planning to install a manual tensioner at some point. Probably after the season...
Hoping somebody can help.
Thanks in advance.

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mountianguy said:

If your thinking the chain is too loose most likely you have more issues. The aluminum lower gear is most likely failing as they don't last like a steel one. The service manual states to set the tensioner in the fifth notch and it self adjusts from there. Personally I would be installing a manual tensioner if you plan on keeping the sled.The first thing I did to my 16 was regear, manual tensioner and the steering bushing.

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snowcannon said:

I did swap out the aluminum gear last season. Once in a while when in reverse I hear a ratcheting sound and the sled doesn't move. Hoping the gears aren't destroyed, but just a stretched chain and loose tensioner...

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snowcannon said:

I did swap out the aluminum gear last season. Once in a while when in reverse I hear a ratcheting sound and the sled doesn't move. Hoping the gears aren't destroyed, but just a stretched chain and loose tensioner...

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snowcannon said:

Hi guys.
I think the chain on my 14 m8000 is too loose. Planning to crack open the case. Assuming the automatic tensioner is not doing its job, how tight should I set the tensioner? How much should I be able to push the chain in with a finger? I'm planning to install a manual tensioner at some point. Probably after the season...
Hoping somebody can help.
Thanks in advance.

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