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I normally do a permanent (which is not permanent, you can undo it) respace on my frames, as this way I can double check alignment with an alignment gauge as I go. By spreading the frame there's a (perceived, by me) risk that one dropout will spread more than another due to small asymmetries in the frame. It also means you can get wheels in and out quicker, as discussed. Sheldon't article (linked above) has information on how to check frame alignment without an expensive tool.
- Joel