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Is there a spoke torque wrench out there with better value than the Warp9 for $95? The multiple size heads are a huge plus, just curious how well the tool is made. Anyone have experience with this tool, or others like it?
https://www.btosports.com/p/drc-pro-spoke-wrench/option/ProSpokeWrench?…
I build roughly 30 sets of wheels per year and have never used a torque wrench. I also have the Pro Circuit wrench that is permanently with my truing stand. Not even sure if PC still produces it.
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30 sets of wheels a year? Geesh, you build them for others I assume? How about truing stands - whats your weapon of choice, and is this DRC gyro stand good for a noobs and pros alike? https://www.amazon.com/Stand-truing-balancing-wheels-bearing/dp/B008402…
I build a bunch for my local powder coating shop, and numerous wheels for friends who like changing colors around. I actually have my truing stand set up in my living room so I can watch TV while I build them. I have used the $300 K&L stands, down to the $40 eBay cheapo stands. I paid $85 for my stand a few years ago. Something similar to this
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Portable-Precision-Motorcycle-Static-Wheel-Bal…
I bought this one because it is wide enough for Harley wheels, and allows for static balancing of street bike wheels. You can get away with something cheaper if you do not want to balance. Buy yourself a cheap Harbor Freight magnetic dial indicator to check runout...It is much easier than eye balling it with the arm on the truing stand.
So now I just built a cr125 with Excel rims and spokes and figured I would try to torque them and see if that does the trick. How do you determine the torque spec by the bike,wheel size or brand? Anyone help me out.
Edit: Found the info on Excel's site. Looks like all the same set at 45-50 lb or 5.1-5.6 N-m depending on manufacturer's specification, Excel pro wheels set at 48 lb or 5.5 N-m for those interested.
just got mine today, came with the solid bar cost $199 AUD.
Also what method are you using to tension the spokes? start at valve stem, tighten a little bit then skip two spokes and tension the 4th?. May have to do a few laps till you get them all at the right tension or you could risk pulling the rim out of true.
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