Originally Posted by
maka1
hi, thanks for the quick response. Hmm I tried using WD-40 as the lube and still can't quite get the nipple to twist. From the center of the wheel looking towards the tires, do I twist the nipple clockwise or counter-clockwise to tighten?
From that vantage point it would be counter-clockwise. But it sounds like the nipple is probably badly corroded onto the spoke threads and therefore not actually turning on the threads at all - just winding up the spoke. Then when you release the nipple the spoke unwinds again. Penetrating oil or applying more force (i.e. turning it further) might loosen it up, but you may just have to replace that spoke.