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spokes rusted solid

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MadKaw:
replaced the brake disc and the sprocket yesterday and went to tighten the spokes as there were a couple loose. found that I couldn't get even 1 of them to move. shot them with a little WD40 and we'll see 9f that helps, but I have my doubts. so should I just run em til they break, or cut em and replace em? :?

don46:
Was it me I'd get a spoke kit and replace them. If they break they may cause more damage.

serafin:
Soak the nipple real well with wd40 or simular product and let stand overnight. Then apply a little heat using a a small propane torch.  Using a big screw driver (if there is a enough slot in the nipple head working from the inside of the rim) carefully and slowly work the nipple loose.  I have uesd this technique a few times with great results.

Serafin

KXcam22:
I don't find WD40 all that usefull for penetrating rust.  Liquid wrench is much better and gun powder solvent is excellent (try it).  serafin has the right idea on loosening them up.  Should be no problem with some patience.  I wouldn't recommend riding it before fixing as you could break the hub or rim. Cam.

alan:
Agreed! WD40 is the most overrated product I have ever used!  :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:

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