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Yemble in reply to @dglshrn

I just realised what Ai dishing is - 6mm offset to NDS. Need some graph paper to figure out the implications though but off the top of my head it seems a symmetrical rim would be better for rear at least, and not a big factor on the front. First google link sez

It is important to note that this approach negates the benefits of asymmetric rims. So if you are building an Ai wheel, stick with a centre drilled rim (for the rear at least).

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dglshrn in reply to @Yemble

Yeah, that's what I found too. Not necessarily a problem but negates the benefit of ai dishing. Someone seemed to think you could build it with the rim the 'wrong' way so you could minimise the effect of the asymmetry or something?
Ai works well on the symmetrical rim I'm using at the moment - spoke tensions are almost even on both sides. If an asymmetrical rim is used then would you end up with looser spokes on one side than you would with a symmetrical, but regular dished wheel (i.e. not that huge an issue?).

Trying to find a light, symmetrical rim would be the ideal but I'm not sure where to start. Most modern stuff seems to be asymmetrical.

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