Bat-ass Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 Over time i gathered some dura ace hubs, a pair of open pro rims (32 hole back, 28 front) and had the LBS build them with DT competition spokes. I had my concerns about the LBS wheels building expertise, but wasnt too worried as i would do some learning and true and tension myself. The problem i have run into:- We seem to have the dishing right, wheels true, tension etc. BUT i just cant stop the rear derailler just catching the spokes on steep climbs (obviously on the biggest cog at back).THe derailler hanger is alligned.I have pulled the tention up some more, but the nipples are going to get rounded if i try anymore. Wheels flex too much. I put my Eastons back in and they are fine.....What do i do with this rear hand built wheel??? Surely i'm not the first to experience this???
AndreZA Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 The easiest way to see if dishing is out is to see if the rim runs inline with the bolt of the brake caliper.
gillo Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 Let me add to your question. Who is the best guy in Gauteng to build wheels up. I am looking for someone to build a set of tandem wheels, that must be uber strong!
splat Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 Over time i gathered some dura ace hubs, a pair of open pro rims (32 hole back, 28 front) and had the LBS build them with DT competition spokes. I had my concerns about the LBS wheels building expertise, but wasnt too worried as i would do some learning and true and tension myself. The problem i have run into:- We seem to have the dishing right, wheels true, tension etc. BUT i just cant stop the rear derailler just catching the spokes on steep climbs (obviously on the biggest cog at back).THe derailler hanger is alligned.I have pulled the tention up some more, but the nipples are going to get rounded if i try anymore. Wheels flex too much. I put my Eastons back in and they are fine.....What do i do with this rear hand built wheel??? Surely i'm not the first to experience this??? Why dont you take them back to the guy who built them and get him to sort them out.
Tiny K Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 What if you adjust the top stopper a little (to pull the jockey away from the spokes)? It might help.
Bat-ass Posted July 12, 2011 Author Posted July 12, 2011 What if you adjust the top stopper a little (to pull the jockey away from the spokes)? It might help. Done that..... also, the cassette spacing is correct.
Tiny K Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 (edited) Let me add to your question. Who is the best guy in Gauteng to build wheels up. I am looking for someone to build a set of tandem wheels, that must be uber strong! can't say that I have experience from them, but I have heard buycycle do wheel builds. Edited July 12, 2011 by SirK
The Drongo Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 (edited) Let me add to your question. Who is the best guy in Gauteng to build wheels up. I am looking for someone to build a set of tandem wheels, that must be uber strong! Ahhhah. That would be The Hub's tame Mechanic. Some say he is made of Schwalbe rubber. Some say he runs on Mineral Oil and others, Brake Fluid, on account of the corrosive effect he has on stainless urinals. ALL WE KNOW, is that he is called THE BORNMAN Edited July 12, 2011 by The Drongo
TNT1 Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 Some say he runs on Mineral Oil and others, Brake Fluid, I thought he ran on seal oil. With a club.
The Drongo Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 I'm in KZN Me too. Now isn't that a coincidence! *Melville Cycles - Gateway, Paul Melville*
Bat-ass Posted July 12, 2011 Author Posted July 12, 2011 This problem is a sure way to bait "The stig".... i mean "The JB" into the fold..... Eagerly awaiting his arrival!!!!!
Akon Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 Me too. Now isn't that a coincidence! *Melville Cycles - Gateway, Paul Melville* Talking about coincidence - I am NOT in KZN
Sammajoor Posted July 12, 2011 Posted July 12, 2011 I'm in Boksburg. We can't all be perfect :lol: :lol:
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