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Old 12-13-21, 05:11 AM
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Originally Posted by mrwang199432
I was trying to show the different sounds between the spokes. Some are higher pitched that others, doesn't that show a variance in tension?
Yes, it does. If you check Youtube you'll find a few guys showing how to measure tension with a guitar tuning app on your phone and plucking the spokes, and some old-timers claim to be able to get it pretty close by ear. The best and most accurate way is still with a tensiometer.
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