Nipple advice!

JGTR
JGTR Posts: 1,404
edited December 2016 in MTB workshop & tech
Hi all, the spoke nipples in my rear wheel keep breaking, they appear to be corroded and have had the local shop replace a few now. What's the best way to sort this, replace all nipples with stainless?? I'd need to get someone to do it, any idea of what I should be paying??

Thanks

Jay

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  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    Brass is best.
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  • JGTR
    JGTR Posts: 1,404
    Ok, rough cost to have them all replaced? Seems to be happening on a regular basis :-(
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    If a few have gone now is the time to replace them all.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Nipples will cost you a couple of pounds, a wheel true up about £20 or learn to do it yourself.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • rockmonkeysc
    rockmonkeysc Posts: 14,774
    I'd replace the spokes as well if the wheel needs a rebuild.
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  • JGTR
    JGTR Posts: 1,404
    Why replace the spokes??

    Shop is going to rebuild the wheel with brass nipples for £35
  • LimitedGarry
    LimitedGarry Posts: 400
    Do not pull excessively hard, do not twist, lubricate when needed.

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