# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=109 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 110 --- ## [Need help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help/49518)
**Author:** [@fabi\_yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fabi_yoyo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2013, 5:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help/49518 "2013-02-16T05:00:07Z")
I got my Dark Magic 2 after 1 day of yoyoing on the speed bearing it started to get realy loud and turnd reactive when i change on the non reactive bearing every thing is fine but when i go on the speed bearing as i said… --- ## [WHAT HAPPENED TO THE G5??? ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-happened-to-the-g5/49091)
**Author:** [@poiuy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/poiuy)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2013, 12:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-happened-to-the-g5/49091 "2013-02-16T00:38:05Z")
I cant seem to find anyone selling these brand new and cant find anywhere that says theyre discontinued. Main reason i wanted one is the z stacks, is it possible to z stack any other good yoyos, like a superstar or hubst… --- ## [Who's still Doing FHZ sili Recesses?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-still-doing-fhz-sili-recesses/49496)
**Author:** [@thedeadyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/thedeadyo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2013, 7:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-still-doing-fhz-sili-recesses/49496 "2013-02-15T19:53:19Z")
I know there is a modder list, but it seems alot of those guys dont really post much anymore. so… Is there anyone active and killer at doing some FHZ Silicone recesses that could do a few for me? --- ## [Stripped Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-yoyo/49523)
**Author:** [@znin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/znin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2013, 7:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-yoyo/49523 "2013-02-15T19:48:05Z")
So my yoyo stripped. Not the axel but the yoyo. It’s just the edges of the socket though, but the axel is short enough that it doesn’t reach the good threads anymore. Any ideas on how to save my Yoyo? It’s a C3 Token. --- ## [bearing string removal gone wrong](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-string-removal-gone-wrong/49424)
**Author:** [@Y0Y0SR2PR0](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Y0Y0SR2PR0)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2013, 2:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-string-removal-gone-wrong/49424 "2013-02-15T14:49:21Z")
well did the string trick to get a bearing out now there is poly strung stuck under my bearing and it wont spin anymore --- ## [Dv888 mod](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-mod/49349)
**Author:** [@warcraftruler19](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/warcraftruler19)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2013, 8:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-mod/49349 "2013-02-15T08:19:15Z")
What is the best way to add weight to a dv888? So far I am using o-rings and I think it throws it off because of the way they fit. --- ## [POLISHED C3yoyodesign Token ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polished-c3yoyodesign-token/49458)
**Author:** [@daigonalsquared](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/daigonalsquared)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2013, 1:20am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polished-c3yoyodesign-token/49458 "2013-02-15T01:20:40Z")
Hey guys gotta a nice little chunk here Ive always wanted to have a polished yoyo, and ive never seen anyone else with one (In my neck of the woods that is). Only problem was, that i didnt have a clue as how to go abou… --- ## [Arctic circle inner rim glow?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/arctic-circle-inner-rim-glow/49237)
**Author:** [@Yoyomasterjr](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyomasterjr)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2013, 8:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/arctic-circle-inner-rim-glow/49237 "2013-02-14T20:05:50Z")
Is it possible to get a glow in the dark plastic ring to replace glow mods? --- ## [Monkey snot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/monkey-snot/49393)
**Author:** [@anon12742582](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anon12742582)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2013, 8:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/monkey-snot/49393 "2013-02-14T20:03:18Z")
I put monkey snot in my gnar. Now it’s responsive, how can I break it in faster? --- ## [painting clear fhz?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painting-clear-fhz/49438)
**Author:** [@MYNAMEISZen](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MYNAMEISZen)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2013, 3:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painting-clear-fhz/49438 "2013-02-14T03:30:40Z")
Anyone know what kind of paint to use or anybody that will paint it for me for a low cost? --- ## [yomega maverick](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-maverick/48599)
**Author:** [@olldasmall](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/olldasmall)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2013, 10:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-maverick/48599 "2013-02-13T22:14:54Z")
i have a question, is it possible to make a yomega maverick unresponsive? ??? --- ## [Lighter Fluid](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lighter-fluid/49417)
**Author:** [@xcharger](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/xcharger)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2013, 3:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lighter-fluid/49417 "2013-02-13T03:08:23Z")
When they say “lighter fluid.” They mean charcoal/briquet lighter fluid, the oil used for barbeque’ing right? --- ## [Grind Machine Question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/grind-machine-question/49407)
**Author:** [@NeedlesNstrings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/NeedlesNstrings)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2013, 9:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/grind-machine-question/49407 "2013-02-12T21:25:23Z")
Just recently bought a GM. Ive read everywhere that its a great throw and the bearing is awesome from the get go. Maybe I got a bad bearing but this thing doesnt sleep well at all. Any tips to make it better or any answe… --- ## [How do things like this happen](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-things-like-this-happen/49384)
**Author:** [@Bcmaddog](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bcmaddog)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2013, 9:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-things-like-this-happen/49384 "2013-02-12T21:20:03Z")
Ok so I haven’t touched my panda in a while and now I want to throw It and look. http://emob1296.photobucket.com/albums/ag2/Bcmaddog/77B3EACC-7214-495F-A7A9-98B0F73637A7-5530-000003D4E4545F4D\_zps2985f004.jpg?t=136063110… --- ## [adding weight with epoxy/resin?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/adding-weight-with-epoxy-resin/49213)
**Author:** [@SkyHighYo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SkyHighYo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2013, 4:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/adding-weight-with-epoxy-resin/49213 "2013-02-12T16:13:02Z")
I was wondering if anyone has tried adding weight to an fhz by pouring precise amounts of either epoxy or resin into the cup? --- ## [stripped fhz help ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-fhz-help/49390)
**Author:** [@yoyojamben](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyojamben)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2013, 4:44am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-fhz-help/49390 "2013-02-12T04:44:19Z")
well i have this beautiful fhz that played really nice. and now it’s stripped. the actual plastic is stripped so when I try to screw it together, basically nothing happens. what ways are there to fix this? i tried putt… --- ## [silicone misshap](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-misshap/49368)
**Author:** [@Finch](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Finch)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2013, 2:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-misshap/49368 "2013-02-12T02:48:54Z")
So i have been using flow-able silicone for response on my yoyos and its been working great. The other day i went to silicone one of my yoyos, it had been awhile since i had used it. Anyways as soon as i started to sque… --- ## [What bearing is this?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-bearing-is-this/49286)
**Author:** [@Zer0F3AR](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zer0F3AR)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2013, 2:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-bearing-is-this/49286 "2013-02-12T02:25:29Z")
Anyone know what beating this is? Its size c btw. When i got it it played amazing but after washing it in mineral spirits it plays responsive. Any idea? --- ## [Monkey Snot, Flow able silicone, or Pads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/monkey-snot-flow-able-silicone-or-pads/49090)
**Author:** [@Quickie\_Silver](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Quickie_Silver)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2013, 6:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/monkey-snot-flow-able-silicone-or-pads/49090 "2013-02-11T06:07:01Z")
Need to do some replacing of some old pads, what are the advantages or disadvantages of each. --- ## [Airbrushing a Yoyo???](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/airbrushing-a-yoyo/49186)
**Author:** [@poiuy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/poiuy)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2013, 10:01pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/airbrushing-a-yoyo/49186 "2013-02-10T22:01:32Z")
Howdy! I have heard that yoyos can be airbrushed with autobody paint, and my uncle happens to own a body shop and has a airbrush and lots of paint. I was wondering if there are any pros or cons painting a yoyo compared t… --- ## [Break in for the C3 Token](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/break-in-for-the-c3-token/49254)
**Author:** [@Raptor\_T](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Raptor_T)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2013, 4:58am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/break-in-for-the-c3-token/49254 "2013-02-10T04:58:59Z")
So I just got amC3 token and when I took it out played with it stock, it ws responsive. I’m not sure if it’s the yoyo’s problem ror if it just needs time to break in, ifnit does need to break in, how much break in time d… --- ## [HELP REMOVING OLD SILICONE](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-removing-old-silicone/49193)
**Author:** [@Quickie\_Silver](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Quickie_Silver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2013, 3:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-removing-old-silicone/49193 "2013-02-09T15:12:32Z")
Im trying to get the silicone response out of my BvM. It shredding to pieces and is stuck inside the groove in little pieces only coming out in small chunks. Can any one help me? --- ## [Help YoYo Gone Responsive!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-yoyo-gone-responsive/49228)
**Author:** [@WaterFiredude](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WaterFiredude)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2013, 4:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-yoyo-gone-responsive/49228 "2013-02-09T04:34:24Z")
Hi I just got a Project 2 in the mail and it came a little responsive, so I put thin lube on the bearing. After doing so the yoyo seemed more responsive. Please Help. Thank You. --- ## [How to clean bearing...?(Link please?)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-bearing-link-please/49166)
**Author:** [@TacSpeed](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TacSpeed)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2013, 3:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-bearing-link-please/49166 "2013-02-09T03:43:45Z")
So I have some questions- What should I use with for a liquid to dip the bearing in? Should I take the bearing apart before putting it in? If there is a forum post about a whole desc. about how to clean your bearing c… --- ## [New comers looking for help?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-comers-looking-for-help/49212)
**Author:** [@Bcmaddog](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bcmaddog)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2013, 5:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-comers-looking-for-help/49212 "2013-02-08T17:52:15Z")
Hello! Over the time many people keep on making topics that are already here(Questions ect). So I just want to say to the people who need average help to do a Fourm Search before making a topic :wink: Thanks! If you do n… --- ## [Best method for putting axle back in yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-method-for-putting-axle-back-in-yoyo/49192)
**Author:** [@Elluzion](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Elluzion)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2013, 5:59am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-method-for-putting-axle-back-in-yoyo/49192 "2013-02-08T05:59:11Z")
I was curious what you guys think is the best method for putting metal post axles back into a yoyo for the least amount of vibe and for making sure each side doesn’t come undone or that the internal yo threads don’t get … --- ## [Defective bearing seat on fiesta xx?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/defective-bearing-seat-on-fiesta-xx/49085)
**Author:** [@Logi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Logi)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2013, 3:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/defective-bearing-seat-on-fiesta-xx/49085 "2013-02-08T03:48:42Z")
Hi, my fiesta xx has a super small gap, and one side is alot deeper then the other, is this normal? --- ## [I want to do recess](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-do-recess/49109)
**Author:** [@Bcmaddog](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bcmaddog)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2013, 7:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-do-recess/49109 "2013-02-07T19:41:08Z")
Ok so I’m a little confused, but here goes. I want to make a groove for silicone in a Flying Panda. What’s the difference in a Groove and a Recess? Where can I get the right tools to do it other than a Drill(or other too… --- ## [Can you put Side Effects on an Eneme?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-you-put-side-effects-on-an-eneme/49116)
**Author:** [@Lukoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lukoyo)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-you-put-side-effects-on-an-eneme/49116 "2013-02-07T06:25:18Z")
Just wondering if this was possible or what you would have to do to be able to do it? --- ## [alternates for yoyo lube](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alternates-for-yoyo-lube/49032)
**Author:** [@abby1371](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/abby1371)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2013, 5:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alternates-for-yoyo-lube/49032 "2013-02-07T05:30:42Z")
Alright so I know keeping a yo yo in good shape can be kinda tricky without lube or the specific yoyo lube like yoyojams that you think you can only us that. This is false there are some great alternates that great to us… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=108) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=110)