[TR] Wire Wheel Question

[pethier at comcast.net]

From: "John & Pat Donnelly" <pdonnel1 at san.rr.com>
> It's my understanding that the major difference between the two is the
> spokes. The Dunlop's are chrome plated, while the Dayton's are straight
> stainless. 

Yes.  Stainless spokes are better than chromed steel due to hydrogen embrittlement.

Also:  A Dayton engineer told me that the painted steel wheels are both stronger and stiffer than the chrome.  The threads on the stainless can't be torqued as tight.  


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