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It would appear that I have stripped the thread on my Panther's rear idler. Does anyone have a quick fix as the rear wheel comes off under any pressure.

Morning. The shaft seems to be somewhat short on the idler.


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It does look short but it still fits in the swing arm in full. The grub screw however just turns and you can easily pull the wheel off.

You can order a new set of swing arms. I’m sure you know it.
You could also do a thread for a bigger set screw. Must have a tool for that. I hope there is enough room for a bigger screw.
I would just order new arms.
Like these
https://www.forgebeartanks.com/store/p2 ... r_Kit.html

Also pay attention to the alignment of the idlers. If they are not 100% parallel but are facing inward you need to replace the entire tensioner or install a different one.


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Have you tried another allen key? Sometimes the keys get rounded off and just dont tighten.

RenoirLV wrote:You can order a new set of swing arms. I’m sure you know it.
You could also do a thread for a bigger set screw. Must have a tool for that. I hope there is enough room for a bigger screw.
I would just order new arms.
Like these
https://www.forgebeartanks.com/store/p2 ... r_Kit.html

Also pay attention to the alignment of the idlers. If they are not 100% parallel but are facing inward you need to replace the entire tensioner or install a different one.


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Are the Tiger ones that same? I don't have a Tiger compare with the Panther?