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Originally Posted by dbikingman
Thanks I should have said retentioned and not trued. They aren't out of true, but I'd like to be sure the tension is accurate. If they were handbuilt wheels I'd be less concerned. Since they offered the service I want to take advantage of it, so it doesn't become an issue.
Are you sure the LBS is offering to retension?
Typically, they'll spend 3-4 minutes/wheel and just do a "touch up" true.

As far as tensioning, I'd do that ASAP.
If they need it, they need it NOW. Consistent tension is more important than absolute numbers, within reason.
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