Originally Posted by
Pedaleur
I have always (meaning in the 8-10 wheels I've built) been impressed with how even I get the spokes by tone. As in, I pluck them while I'm building, and at the end, I'm surprised how close they are using a tensionometer.
Maybe it's luck. Maybe I'm awesome. Or quite possibly, maybe my quality control isn't so hot.
Obviously, you (Psimet) have waaaaay more experience, so this isn't supposed to be the "Cat 5'er giving the pro advice on weight lifting." Just a curiousity.
Yes - you can get "close" - like I mentioned. It also depends upon the resolution of your tensionmeter. If you have nothing then plucking works well.
FWIW - when building with CX Rays I use plucking to get even tension as a baseline and then start the real work from there.