[MUCELTALK]

hi can i just bolt the rim to the fork in it1s reg. position and check it and adjust the spoke there ?

 

[doode]

Sure, why not? Left/right, up/down

 

[MUCELTALK]

thanks ! fron CT

 

[Rob Axel]

Just make sure your hub "off set" is correct.. or close

 

[mike in idaho]

When it's centered between the forks the offset is correct.

 

[pemdoc65]

Just make sure that the fork is securely held so there is no motion at the neck. You will likely need to have your brake plate installed if it is a drum brake, as well as any axle spacers. Either remove or completely back off the brake shoes to eliminate drag. If it is a disc brake bike, then make sure the caliper is not engaging the rotor.

 

[jd50i]

Or get one of these for $40. I love mine.

https://www.harborfreight.com/motorcycle-wheel-balancing-stand-98488.html

 

[Lefty]

Or get one of these for $40. I love mine.

https://www.harborfreight.com/motorcycle-wheel-balancing-stand-98488.html

I bought one and the centering cones were such a sloppy fit, and held with setscrews iirc.
No way you could use them to true a wheel. Use the bikes axle.

 

[TOOLS1]

I have one and have used it to build several wheels. Never had any problems. You just have to make sure that the cones are pushed tight before you lock them down.
TOOLS

 

[Lefty]

I have one and have used it to build several wheels. Never had any problems. You just have to make sure that the cones are pushed tight before you lock them down.
TOOLS

And the moment you lock them down they're thrown off center? I'll save my $40

 

[pemdoc65]

I have used this stand with excellent results. The bottom part is for truing, and the top shaft is for balancing. The bottom shafts are threaded, and you can really get the wheel locked in tightly. I got mine on sale for $72.99

https://www.amazon.com/BikeMaster-W...ds=bikemaster+wheel+balancer+and+truing+stand

 

[TOOLS1]

And the moment you lock them down they're thrown off center? I'll save my $40

Why would it be off center? Are you actually trying to center the hub/wheel in the stand? You just mount the hub/wheel, and clamp a wire pointer on, and that is where you set to center. I will still keep using mine, and enjoy having the extra $30.00 the other one cost in my pocket.
TOOLS

 

[Rob Axel]

How about this.. use the tool.. get it true.... then use the axle and see if ur off..