# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=124 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 125 --- ## [Phenom Caps](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/phenom-caps/43450)
**Author:** [@naoki](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/naoki)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2012, 4:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/phenom-caps/43450 "2012-10-01T04:05:39Z")
Right! I’m back into Phenoms and Phenomizms, and I’m glad to see the last runs of Phenoms have some fancy colorways. BUT the new caps are probably the ugliest thing ever. I just don’t even think about playing a Phenom w… --- ## [Stiffer strings - how to stay tight on finger?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stiffer-strings-how-to-stay-tight-on-finger/43309)
**Author:** [@GregP](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GregP)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2012, 12:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stiffer-strings-how-to-stay-tight-on-finger/43309 "2012-10-01T00:25:06Z")
Got some Toxic Strings, and I’m really enjoying the relative stiffness and slickness of them. However, I find the slipknot coming loose fairly often, which interferes with my confidence in portions of tricks I’m trying t… --- ## [hot glue as yoyo response](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hot-glue-as-yoyo-response/43337)
**Author:** [@supbreh1234](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/supbreh1234)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2012, 10:31pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hot-glue-as-yoyo-response/43337 "2012-09-30T22:31:07Z")
i did it to my fiesta. seems to work great! what do you guys think of it as a response system? right now it only seems to work well for offstring. --- ## [Yoyo string help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string-help/32749)
**Author:** [@Floosh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Floosh)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2012, 12:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string-help/32749 "2012-09-30T00:28:47Z")
I want to make my own string but I dont own a drill. Any body know how to make yoyo string with out a drill? --- ## [yyf 888x with z stacks](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-888x-with-z-stacks/43389)
**Author:** [@yo\_kid\_steve](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yo_kid_steve)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2012, 10:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-888x-with-z-stacks/43389 "2012-09-29T22:32:30Z")
if i put z stacks on a 888x will they stick out off the side and in the way? --- ## [How do YOU maintain your string.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-you-maintain-your-string/43226)
**Author:** [@n00bbeginner](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/n00bbeginner)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2012, 1:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-you-maintain-your-string/43226 "2012-09-29T01:07:34Z")
I want to hear how you guys/girls maintain your string. The weirder, the cooler. --- ## [Protostar mod.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-mod/43346)
**Author:** [@Zzz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zzz)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2012, 5:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-mod/43346 "2012-09-28T05:37:53Z")
Hey I’ve seen it done before but I don’t know how to do it. How do you mod a protostar to take hubstacks? --- ## [Tuning Vibe out?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tuning-vibe-out/43314)
**Author:** [@Quickie\_Silver](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Quickie_Silver)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2012, 12:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tuning-vibe-out/43314 "2012-09-28T00:27:51Z")
Is it possible for me to tune the vibe out of yoyos like the cascade and the chief? --- ## [Anyone here paint yoyos? Yes, paint. Not anno.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-here-paint-yoyos-yes-paint-not-anno/43294)
**Author:** [@SR1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SR1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2012, 5:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-here-paint-yoyos-yes-paint-not-anno/43294 "2012-09-27T17:12:54Z")
I was talking with my brother who has a General Yo Essence, and I told him it would be SO cool if he got it painted exactly like the OG Levi Painted Peak. Since the Essence pretty much takes on the shape and specs of the… --- ## [raider making high loops/looping upwards](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/raider-making-high-loops-looping-upwards/43311)
**Author:** [@Quickie\_Silver](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Quickie_Silver)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2012, 1:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/raider-making-high-loops-looping-upwards/43311 "2012-09-27T13:11:30Z")
I recently bought a new yomega raider. Right out the package it makes really high loops or loops upwards. no matter how hard I try to keep the loops down. I also noticed something different on this raider compaired to ot… --- ## [Fast 201 mod](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fast-201-mod/43228)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2012, 11:50am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fast-201-mod/43228 "2012-09-27T11:50:30Z")
For someone who has a fast 201 could u make a fido of you asking out the starburst and change it to a string response --- ## [Help me mod my YYF One! (Heavier and Wider gap)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-mod-my-yyf-one-heavier-and-wider-gap/32813)
**Author:** [@gyiry](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/gyiry)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2012, 7:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-mod-my-yyf-one-heavier-and-wider-gap/32813 "2012-09-27T07:38:05Z")
I love my YYF One, but I want it to be heavier and with a wider gab so I can bust out some shweet moves. Thanks btw! --- ## [HELP!!!!! - Rusted Bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-rusted-bearing/43281)
**Author:** [@Flying\_Penguin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Flying_Penguin)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2012, 6:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-rusted-bearing/43281 "2012-09-27T06:08:50Z")
HELP!!! I WAS SILICONING A YOYO WITH A BEARING THAT IS RUSTED AND STUCK ON ONE HALF OF THE YOYO AND THE SILICONE GOT STUCK IN THE BEARING! I TRIED TO GET THE BEARING OUT BUT IT WON’T WORK!!! HELP QUICK!!! :‘( :’( :‘( … --- ## [will small dents and such affect my yoyo in any way?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/will-small-dents-and-such-affect-my-yoyo-in-any-way/43165)
**Author:** [@Vincent1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Vincent1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2012, 2:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/will-small-dents-and-such-affect-my-yoyo-in-any-way/43165 "2012-09-27T02:28:21Z")
Will it make vibe? or like what, ive had it for a little less than 24 hours and there’s a decent amount of scuffs on it. all metal yoyo --- ## [Dv888 is responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-is-responsive/43290)
**Author:** [@KJ25](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/KJ25)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2012, 2:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-is-responsive/43290 "2012-09-27T02:06:32Z")
I just got a dv888. it worked great for 2 days. Now when i throw it something makes it stop. any help? --- ## [Good tool for deshielding a bearing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-tool-for-deshielding-a-bearing/43186)
**Author:** [@Eastfield](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Eastfield)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2012, 3:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-tool-for-deshielding-a-bearing/43186 "2012-09-26T15:28:58Z")
So i tried deshielding my 10-ball today. Used a bent safety-pin, no results! Are there some more spesific tools for the job? --- ## [Is there any other fireball/raider mod other than gap crank one?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-there-any-other-fireball-raider-mod-other-than-gap-crank-one/43082)
**Author:** [@rizki\_yoist](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rizki_yoist)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2012, 4:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-there-any-other-fireball-raider-mod-other-than-gap-crank-one/43082 "2012-09-26T04:14:41Z")
I wonder if there is another way to mod fireballs or raiders other than the classic plastic spacer+cranked gap. I’m not looking for mods that only make loops easier but impossible to sleep, that would be useless for me. … --- ## [Markmont - tarnished](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/markmont-tarnished/43239)
**Author:** [@Yoyomasterjr](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyomasterjr)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2012, 12:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/markmont-tarnished/43239 "2012-09-26T00:30:02Z")
How would I go about removing tarnish on a markmont thanks, Tolland --- ## [Finally found the right paint for touch ups!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/finally-found-the-right-paint-for-touch-ups/43232)
**Author:** [@JamesMay](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JamesMay)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2012, 7:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/finally-found-the-right-paint-for-touch-ups/43232 "2012-09-25T19:47:54Z")
I have experimented with a lot of different methods for touching up scratches on my throws. Sharpies, paint markers, acrylic paints, enamel paints, etc… All of those methods look fine when applied, but wore off within 30… --- ## [Classic not unscrewing??](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/classic-not-unscrewing/43169)
**Author:** [@yoyokid8](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyokid8)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2012, 6:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/classic-not-unscrewing/43169 "2012-09-25T18:37:06Z")
So I recently got a Classic, and I was going to put a C bearing in it, but I can’t unscrew it. Help please! --- ## [Used string](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/used-string/43194)
**Author:** [@Tx3x1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Tx3x1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2012, 6:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/used-string/43194 "2012-09-25T06:14:20Z")
So whats the longest you’ve ever used one piece of string? --- ## [DV888 Bearing Slowing Down](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-bearing-slowing-down/42811)
**Author:** [@helioNXG](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/helioNXG)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2012, 9:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-bearing-slowing-down/42811 "2012-09-24T21:37:29Z")
So, I got my DV888 two days ago and i lubed it withYYJ thin oil yesterday. But now it spins for a very short time! what should i do? Thanks ??? --- ## [Help stuck ballbearing ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-stuck-ballbearing/43105)
**Author:** [@Cake\_king](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Cake_king)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2012, 4:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-stuck-ballbearing/43105 "2012-09-24T04:04:37Z")
Yyf g funk I tried using a yoyo factory tool but still won’t come out --- ## [Beating](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/beating/43140)
**Author:** [@junkim100](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/junkim100)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 9:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/beating/43140 "2012-09-23T21:21:28Z")
My DV888 bearing falls so easily. What’s the problem? --- ## [Polycarbonate plastic help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polycarbonate-plastic-help/43124)
**Author:** [@rasengan-00](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rasengan-00)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 9:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polycarbonate-plastic-help/43124 "2012-09-23T21:00:05Z")
Hey guys I just want to know if the polycarbonate plastic on most yoyojam yoyos (for example the DM2, Micro Mo) crack in cold weather when I say cold I mean -10°C cold maximum. I really need your help with this thanks --- ## [A Few questions about the Monkey Snot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-few-questions-about-the-monkey-snot/43119)
**Author:** [@freshmanyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/freshmanyoyo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 7:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-few-questions-about-the-monkey-snot/43119 "2012-09-23T19:53:14Z")
I am going to buy the Monkey Snot but i have a few question about the Money Snot 1.Does the Monkey Snot have it expire date ? 2.What is the volume of 1 syringe ? 3. Should i keep it in the fridge after open it? 4.Can… --- ## [How many yoyos have you broken trying to mod it?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-many-yoyos-have-you-broken-trying-to-mod-it/43135)
**Author:** [@Joeybob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Joeybob)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 7:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-many-yoyos-have-you-broken-trying-to-mod-it/43135 "2012-09-23T19:50:19Z")
How many yoyos have you broken trying to mod it? I’ve broken 5 yoyos 2 flying squirrels (trying to recess) 2 freehand zeros (trying to recess) and 1 protostar(had a paint job i didn’t like and i tried to use paint thinn… --- ## [stripped axle hole](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-axle-hole/43080)
**Author:** [@ori7770](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ori7770)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 5:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-axle-hole/43080 "2012-09-23T17:43:14Z")
hi, i stripped the hole not the axle, by accident. what can i do now? it’s ruined? ori. --- ## [Silicone Help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-help/43077)
**Author:** [@JamesMay](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JamesMay)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 4:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-help/43077 "2012-09-23T16:55:32Z")
Hello everyone. I want to try my hand at applying silicone to a yoyo. I was wondering if there is a type of silicone I can purchase from Lowes (my local hardware store) that will do the job. This will be my first time s… --- ## [Loop 808 caps issue ? Try this](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loop-808-caps-issue-try-this/43132)
**Author:** [@Schmoyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Schmoyoyo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 4:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loop-808-caps-issue-try-this/43132 "2012-09-23T16:28:38Z")
Do your caps rattle & cause vibe when looping ? If you pop off the caps, & add a little super glue to the inner rim they snap into then put them back in. When it dries try looping. Wait till it dries to throw, a few minu… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=123) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=125)