I have and use the park tool, when I (rarely) build up a wheel, I use the tool on an already built likewise wheel for correct tension range, then use it on my build. That and plucking spokes of the built wheel works well for me.
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1989 Schwinn Paramount OS
1980 Mclean/Silk Hope Sport Touring
1983 Bianchi pista
1976 Fuji Feather track
1979 raleigh track
"I've consulted my sources and I'm pretty sure your derailleur does not exist"