Rupp rear wheel adjusters

[C9H13NO3]

I'm on the last leg of my Scrambler project.. I have it all painted and ready to go..

I just can't figure out how these wheel adjusters work... Anyone have any detailed pics?

I've tried several different setups and the only thing I'm succeeding in doing is scratching my paint to hell.

 

[will72rupp1]

the wheel should be all the way to the front & then you cut the new chain, & put it on then adjust the chain tension with the axle adjusters .. hope this helps..

 

[C9H13NO3]

the wheel should be all the way to the front & then you cut the new chain, & put it on then adjust the chain tension with the axle adjusters .. hope this helps..

I know that, I just don't know HOW the chain adjusters work.

 

[ELT]

Rotate the cam against the little nub that sticks out to push the axel back. Measure from the inside edge of the swing arm to the rim and ajust so the measurement is the same on both sides of the wheel so the wheel runs straight. tighten the axel nut to lock it up.

 

[herringlon]

I have the off-center big washer looking chain adjusters on my Rupp. I think they are stock. I basically just use a big screwdriver and pry against the axle nut to move the “tab” on the adjuster. This pushes the axle back (because the chain adjusters are off-centered) against the swing arm notched “tabs” to tighten the chain.

No sure if this helps, my terminology is not to exact….. I could get some pics tonight if they are still needed.

 

[herringlon]

Looks like the guy above me was quicker on the response. He is exactly right and worded it better :thumbsup:

 

[C9H13NO3]

I have the off-center big washer looking chain adjusters on my Rupp. I think they are stock. I basically just use a big screwdriver and pry against the axle nut to move the “tab” on the adjuster. This pushes the axle back (because the chain adjusters are off-centered) against the swing arm notched “tabs” to tighten the chain.

No sure if this helps, my terminology is not to exact….. I could get some pics tonight if they are still needed.

Perfect. I have this build 99% done now.

 

[markus]

 

[C9H13NO3]

AWESOME.

I could not have asked for a better picture.

 

[CTruppster]

I realize this is an old thread I searched for these adjusters on line and didn’t find them anyone have a link where to buy these?

 

[Triley41395]

I realize this is an old thread I searched for these adjusters on line and didn’t find them anyone have a link where to buy these?

Try Blackwidow

 

[CTruppster]

Searched thier site didn’t see them but will take another look or contact them. Need them
For a 70 sprint.

 

[Ginz61]

Searched thier site didn’t see them but will take another look or contact them. Need them
For a 70 sprint.

http://blackwidowmotorsports.net/_13788_1964_69_chain_tensioner.html

 

[CTruppster]

Thanks hopefully they’ll fit from a 69 I was looking specifically for 70. Figured they’d list it if it fit a 70. Will give it a try though. Much appreciated

 

[Triley41395]

Thanks hopefully they’ll fit from a 69 I was looking specifically for 70. Figured they’d list it if it fit a 70. Will give it a try though. Much appreciated

Ask @ruppking who is a member here and also blackwidow. He will know if they will work.

 

[creia]

Ask @ruppking who is a member here and also blackwidow. He will know if they will work.

There is the best advice you have received. ^^^^^^^ Jim Kise ("ruppking") owns Blackwidowmotorsports and he will give you the straight scoop. In the interim, I found these on his website and will likely be the ones he will recommend:
http://blackwidowmotorsports.net/_15250_1970_74_chain_tensioner.html
Michael