Henntec necessary, which one?

[thestig]

Good evening:

I received a Tamiya Panther G from my daughter this past Christmas (yes, she was raised right), and I have a question about Henntec tensioners.

I've read that the stock Tamiya tensioner is a weak link in this kit, and should be replaced. Would this hold true for a model running stock plastic tracks?

My other question is which one, or what is the difference between those offered by Henntec? Forgebear has 2 different ones listed (NR 032 and NR 015) and I was hoping someone could let me know what the difference is, and/or their opinions on either.

I want to have all of the necessary upgrades in hand before the build starts. I already have the ball bearings, and steel gearbox mounting plate.

Along with the tensioner I am also considering an upgraded elevation arm. This model probably won't be subjected to extremely hard use, but I would like to build it right the first time and avoid potential problems.

Thanks for your time. Your opinions and comments are appreciated.

thestig
(AKA Frank)

[tomhugill]

Imo there's nothing wrong with the Tamiya tension system.

[jtracks]

I use this one, purchased from ETO Armor.

HT014 HennTec idler system for the HL Panther/Jagdpanther. System comes with all the hardware to attach the system and complete instructions. The HennTec idler system gives you a positive idler adjustment for each side individually.

[tomhugill]

I use this one, purchased from ETO Armor.

HT014 HennTec idler system for the HL Panther/Jagdpanther. System comes with all the hardware to attach the system and complete instructions. The HennTec idler system gives you a positive idler adjustment for each side individually.

So does the Tamiya

[Max-U52]

I don't have a Tamiya, but I did put a Hentec in my Taigen King Tiger and it's a good upgrade. Easy to install and performs well. I'd recommend a hentec for just about any tank that doesn't already have a good tension adjust system. I kinda wish it didn't cost so much, but I pretty much wish everything didn't cost so much.

Kudos to the offspring, I have to agree with the raised right bit.

[maxmekker]

I got one for my Tamiya Leo , recomended

[tomhugill]

I like many want to adjust the mongrels from the outside it is a simple choice

In a Leo pulling it apart to adjust no thank you batman

So much yes to this, almost brings me out in a cold sweat thinking about doing it in mine! I jest but I was a royal pita