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Topic: Mirage Drive Wear  (Read 3146 times)

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Kyle M

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Has anyone had this kind of wear before? I'm guessing I could have done a better job at maintaining my drive. Hopefully NA can set me up with a new pulley.


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Your pulley cable was too tight. 
You want it tight so it doesn't clunk while peddling, but still a bit of deflection when pushed on from the side where it spans a gap.
 

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Your pulley cable was too tight. 
You want it tight so it doesn't clunk while peddling, but still a bit of deflection when pushed on from the side where it spans a gap.
Thanks, I'll try to get the adjustment right. It's mostly been trouble free.


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Easily replaceable. I keep a collection of spare parts in my truck, so if I have a drive failure, I can at least fix it locally ashore.

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Kayak Shed has the idler pulley in stock for $5.69   http://www.kayakshed.com/product/hobie-idler-pulley-plastic-drum/
You might consider buying a spare cable too.


Kyle M

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Thanks guys!


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