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02-14-07, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Al1943

I use DT Swiss alloy nipples and have never had a failure. Are you deforming the nipples with the wrench? What kind of wrench are you using? Does it hold the nipple on all 4 sides? Are you lubricating the threads? If not, try that.
A Park tension meter at $55 to $60 is an excellent investment.

Al

I'm using a red Spokey wrench that engages the nipples on all four sides and is the correct size--no deforming of the nipples. I've been lubricating the threads with linseed oil.

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