Yes, the recovery would be long. That’s why my favorite trick is “not hurting myself” while I try things!
Got a super freebie yesterday from a scraper, a 79 ACS Z Mag front wheel. Cleaned up now with fresh grease. Spins great!
I plan on mounting it on my Donk and rolling around to see what it feels like. I wonder about the straight sides being able to hold the modern tire I will have on it.

before as found