can be done, but in certain instances like when you have a cross 4 pattern, can be real tough.

533clive wrote on 03/11/14 at 13:25:34:


You can only do that for the spokes in the rear wheel that are pushed from the center of the hub to the outside.  The spokes that are pushed through the hub from the outside to the inside can't be wiggled into the correct position in the rim.....too many spokes in the way.

On the front wheel all the spokes are pushed from the outside of the hub to the center....and it is quite a dance to get them all installed properly.  You cannot do one at a time.

I got a stock spoke kit though a mail order supplier w/nipples for under $60. Rigged up a truing stand in my vise, took good notes as I disassembled the wheel and used a dial indicator to build it back. It came out great. The old spokes were pitted and rusted (yup steel). There's no way to get em back (except paint), I don't think
This route isn't for everyone, but it's an option. I had good results.
Just one more thing, I didn't have much success dealing with Buchannan. I got on a circular voice mail and gave up after getting back to the same one for the second time. My email also went unanswered. That's when I ordered the stockers. Good luck.

v-pilot wrote on 03/06/14 at 21:24:47:
This method works very well... However takes some time mothers mag and aluminum polish is excellent for cleaning and polishing spokes. Also, 5/32" parachute cord is what I'm currently using. I'm a believer, you can buy 50' of cord for like $ 6 or less compared to $25 for a polish impregnated lace such as luster lace for example.