Thread: What kind of nipples should I get?
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Old 12-17-20 | 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by MyRedTrek
What do you suggest as a lubricant?

I have to assume since afaik all (?) spokes are stainless and brass nipples are popular they can't be too bad.
My favorite wheel builder uses a drop of linseed oil on each spoke after building. I would also recommend Wheelsmith spoke prep, I know a lot of folks use it to great success, really none of my handbuilt wheels have had issues and most have been done with spoke prep. DT Swiss Pro-Lock nipples use a thread locking compound in the nipples.
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