Right-o mrrabbit on the radial lacing. I have a couple rears out there radial laced with 8 spokes NDS. The supplier suggests that you can achieve equal tension on both sides. I can't get there and keep things in line and get "proper" dishing. I get about 90% of DS tension while keeping things real. Even at that I keep a close eye on the hub flanges. I only get to see these wheels every couple weeks but so far-so good.