Sorry for typos, got distracted and didn't proof.
Ted Ernst
Palos Verdes Estates
CA USA
> These need more than slightly relieved tension. Usually they are loose
> enough that you will unwind the spokes if you don't use linseed oil on the
> threads. Tie and solder is a good idea. Even then I would not recommend
> riding them given their age if they are the lightweight racing rims.
>
> Calling Ted Ernst. Whats your opinion?
>
> Joe Bender-Zanoni
> Great Notch, NJ
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Greg S
> Date: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 10:11 pm
> Subject: [CR]Spoke tension wooden rims
> To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
>
>> Am currently having some wheels built by my local wheelsmith.
>> Early
>> wooden rims that are in great condition, no warpage or cracks. I
>> need
>> some advice on the spoke tension - normal tension or possibly
>> slightly
>> releived. Straight 15 guage stainless, correct nipples and
>> washers.
>> These are for my '38 Bianchi and will see the odd spin down the
>> road
>> with my 90kg astride.
>> Greg Softley
>> Coffs Harbour
>> Australia