Drive Belt Tension - Boss Hoss Cycles Year 2005 Owner's Manual

BELT ADJUSTING PROCEDURES
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Figure 3.8
To adjust belt tension, loosen the adjuster block bolts (1) on top of the swing arm.
Adjust belt tension and or wheel alignment by turning the adjuster end cap (2) bolts at
rear of swing arm clockwise (TIGHTEN)..... Counterclockwise (LOOSEN)
MAINTENANCE NOTE:
Before alignment of belt.......Be sure rear axle torque is 15 ft lb. and axle nut cotter
key (Fig.3-4(10)) is in place. Rear pulley should remain in swing arm and line up
with front pulley. Belt should float in center of rear pulley and not contact sides.
CAUTION
PRELOAD AXLE NUT TO 15 FT-LBS. BEFORE BELT IS TIGHTENED.
Tightening the belt before the axle is properly secured can cause damage to the
rear pulley and drive belt.
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