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Old Jan 18, 2014 | 11:04 AM
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A friend bought a rim sight unseen for his '12 Street Bob. The rim is warped from 3/8" to 1/2". Is this something that can be straightened with proper spoke lacing?

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Old Jan 19, 2014 | 09:00 AM
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I would say no. That is a large amount to try to pull straight. I have corrected a 3/16" warped rim, but never tried anything past that. Maybe someone else here can chime in.
 
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