Ted Lang
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I am going to try to bring my 1970 S back to life this Winter -- getting parts now. The original wheels are not in terrible shape, but the spokes are dull, wheels could use a little truing, and the wheels have some rust. Not terrible, but not what i would like to see.
When I relace the wheels, I have some choices. It would seem that stainless spokes and wheels would be the best choice -- are there any drawbacks? What source is recommended?
After I polish the hubs, should i clear-coat them?
Also, I recall at one time that wanted a bigger rear tire than the 4.10 size K81 on a wm-2 rim. Is there a problem going to a wm-3, or should I keep the 4.10 size tire anyway?
My 30 year old k-81s look brand new, (tempted to re-use if I keep the same rim size) but I suppose thats tempting disaster. What tires are you guys running these days?
Thanks
Ted LAng
When I relace the wheels, I have some choices. It would seem that stainless spokes and wheels would be the best choice -- are there any drawbacks? What source is recommended?
After I polish the hubs, should i clear-coat them?
Also, I recall at one time that wanted a bigger rear tire than the 4.10 size K81 on a wm-2 rim. Is there a problem going to a wm-3, or should I keep the 4.10 size tire anyway?
My 30 year old k-81s look brand new, (tempted to re-use if I keep the same rim size) but I suppose thats tempting disaster. What tires are you guys running these days?
Thanks
Ted LAng