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Old 06-02-14 | 06:08 AM
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Bikes: 1990 Romic Reynolds 531 custom build, Merlin Works CR Ti custom build, super light Workswell 066 custom build

Originally Posted by Sixty Fiver
I build wheels for a living and don't use a tension meter when I am building wheels, it is a checking tool and not a tool you need for building and I have built and serviced countless wheels without ever using one.

I need torque wrenches because I don't just work on my bikes and need to ensure that certain parts (especially CF parts) are fitted to manufacturer specs... it is a liability issue.
I have seen you post that same comment before. Fair enough, but just let me ask, do you use the "checking tool" for checking even though not for building? You don't really make that clear. Do you check the wheels you build/service for final tension levels and uniformity with a calibrated meter?
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