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Old 09-24-2017, 07:26 AM
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Originally Posted by TBLS View Post
I believe they are aluminium nipples and they are breaking off at the top, farthest point. Nipple stays on threaded portion of spoke.
Take all the tension off and replace all with brass nipples..Sapim Secure lock brass, 14mm, , black or silver, are a great choice..PM me if you'd like to buy some..$.25 per.

Alloy nipples 'can' work but in general, costs more, does nothing to 'help' a wheel. IMHO. I don't use them.
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