Where do Idler Sprockets come from?

*Roux* · November 30th, 2009, 9:20 PM

I need an idler sprocket and have sketched up ways to stuff a 26x10x8mm SKF bearing into a machined out 15 tooth sprocket. Then I did a google search and ended up in the buggy websites where they accept a teflon rubbing block as a good solution. What have you guys done to get something like a 15 tooth sprocket with bearing(s) to build in as an idler.

Northwind · November 30th, 2009, 9:27 PM

Contact Jay at novaracecars.com.

They have a set up that you could probably use. It should be reasonably priced.

*formulasuper* · November 30th, 2009, 9:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Roux

I need an idler sprocket and have sketched up ways to stuff a 26x10x8mm SKF bearing into a machined out 15 tooth sprocket. Then I did a google search and ended up in the buggy websites where they accept a teflon rubbing block as a good solution. What have you guys done to get something like a 15 tooth sprocket with bearing(s) to build in as an idler.

Try Google. Lots of sources.

**carnut169** · November 30th, 2009, 9:42 PM

Ditto. I got some from McMaster Carr. No need to build your own, they do come with bearings.

*Roux* · November 30th, 2009, 10:05 PM

Just ordered from McMaster.

Beartrax · November 30th, 2009, 11:01 PM

When a daddy Idler Sprocket and a mommy Idler Sprocket love each other very much...

*glenn cooper* · December 1st, 2009, 9:22 AM

The Mommy's stomach?

*formulasuper* · December 1st, 2009, 1:52 PM

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Originally Posted by carnut169

Ditto. I got some from McMaster Carr. No need to build your own, they do come with bearings.

What did you do with the two I gave you?