Just need a little assurance re Shimano cones
Earlier this year, someone here wrote: "My experience on older Shimanocones is not that good, maybe a third of the cones are bad."
So does this mean I should just pitch the Shimano HB-650 (early 90s, likely) front hub laced to a still decent Mavin Open Pro rim? Problem: One of the cones is missing (otherwise no pitting or damage elsewhere). My shop mechanic was doubtful about ever finding a replacement cone given Shimano's proclivity to shape-shifting cones. I can't bear de-spoking wheels only to have to lace them again.
So does this mean I should just pitch the Shimano HB-650 (early 90s, likely) front hub laced to a still decent Mavin Open Pro rim? Problem: One of the cones is missing (otherwise no pitting or damage elsewhere). My shop mechanic was doubtful about ever finding a replacement cone given Shimano's proclivity to shape-shifting cones. I can't bear de-spoking wheels only to have to lace them again.