That's the longest tension rod I ever did see:)I fuggered Flem for a 3 wheel bicycle at his ripe ole age:)
My tensioner also seized awhile back. Jet wanted to sell me the whole new thing slider and all. Got some grade 8 all thread and grade 8 square nut. then tapped out a piece of phenolic for a turning knob. $10 V. $40.
Needing an oil can