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Old 09-06-24 | 04:08 PM
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FBinNY
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Bikes: too many bikes from 1967 10s (5x2)Frejus to a Sumitomo Ti/Chorus aluminum 10s (10x2), plus one non-susp mtn bike I use as my commuter

When building, I dip the thread ends in a thick, sticky grease. That lubes the treads to reduce twist, and fills the gaps completely preventing water from entering.

This is a once and done method, and doesn't need more later, even after decades.

In any case the type of stainless used for spokes is not prone to gslvanic corrosion with brass. So, IMO the concern is somewhat overblown, except possibly for those living near oceans. My experience is that nipple/rim corrosion becomes a problem long before the threads, so that's where I'd focus.




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