a compliant snubber for a chain is disclosed . the snubber preferably includes an elastomeric body and metal bushings . the compliance feature allows the snubber to be located with a negative clearance to the back side of the chain without causing excessive surface loads that may result in excessive snubber surface wear , thereby improving the effectiveness of the snubber in the application . the compliant snubber has the added advantage of reducing the costs associated with manufacturing the snubber and assembling the snubber into a chain system .