59 pan compesating sprocket question

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Re: 59 pan compesating sprocket question

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I was also trying to make sense of the left hand thread but in my mind it would seem the anti clockwise rotation of the hub, just like the sprocket shaft on the motor, would give a snugging effect on the nut. So I'm obviously missing something...Mike
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Re: 59 pan compesating sprocket question

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Post by Bigincher »

No Mike, you're right. In re-thinking it, I guess I do have it backwards!
That's happened a couple times now since turning 63......! lol

But it must have something to do with rotating mass.
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Re: 59 pan compesating sprocket question

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Thanks guys it's all coming together your valuable input and knowledge is helping me tremendously! I am really enjoying this process learning and exploring along with your help!

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Re: 59 pan compesating sprocket question

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Post by Casaba »

Panacea wrote:I was also trying to make sense of the left hand thread but in my mind it would seem the anti clockwise rotation of the hub, just like the sprocket shaft on the motor, would give a snugging effect on the nut. So I'm obviously missing something...Mike
I must confess I'm quite curious, however the only thought that I have would be that the engine braking effect of letting off throttle is probably more significant than the acceleration effect therefore that might assist in keeping that nut tight each time you decel?
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Re: 59 pan compesating sprocket question

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I just wonder what the difference is then with the engine sprocket, it also turns CCW, but is right handed...
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