# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=146 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 147 --- ## [Pads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pads/34273)
**Author:** [@Pillowite](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Pillowite)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2012, 4:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pads/34273 "2012-01-28T16:35:43Z")
What pad size would fit in a original project? Flow groove definitely does not work. Also, link me to a place I could buy them. --- ## [Unresponsive ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/unresponsive/34311)
**Author:** [@sonotfair](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sonotfair)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2012, 10:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/unresponsive/34311 "2012-01-27T22:44:07Z")
Does anyone know how to make a Duncan yo yo unresponsive. I already have silicone stickers and thin lube but it won’t go unresponsive please help. :-\* --- ## [Homemade string!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/homemade-string/34288)
**Author:** [@ITSAUTHENTIC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ITSAUTHENTIC)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2012, 5:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/homemade-string/34288 "2012-01-27T17:17:54Z")
I have been making my own strings and I’m not sure what Is the best materials to use --- ## [how to tune a yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-tune-a-yoyo/34289)
**Author:** [@yoyo2442](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyo2442)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2012, 4:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-tune-a-yoyo/34289 "2012-01-27T16:28:50Z")
i was just wondering if someone could post a vid on either the loctite or the teflon tape --- ## [PGM Silicone error.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pgm-silicone-error/34280)
**Author:** [@blackzabbathfan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/blackzabbathfan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2012, 1:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pgm-silicone-error/34280 "2012-01-27T13:52:36Z")
Hi everyone! So a little before Christmas I tried siliconing my PGM and failed miserably. The day after I silconed it, i tried it and it was probably worse than a Duncan Butterfly. The string could barely unravel and it… --- ## [what is strongest yoyo string?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-is-strongest-yoyo-string/34231)
**Author:** [@yoyojamer532](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyojamer532)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2012, 11:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-is-strongest-yoyo-string/34231 "2012-01-26T23:26:20Z")
What type of string is the strongest? --- ## [Home made counterweight?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/home-made-counterweight/33338)
**Author:** [@BattleToads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BattleToads)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2012, 10:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/home-made-counterweight/33338 "2012-01-26T22:20:32Z")
Yeah, so I don’t really want to pay the shipping on something as cheap as a counterweight. Is there any way I can make a decent one at home? Could I just drill a hole through a dice cube or something? What would be somet… --- ## [10 ball eats string?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/10-ball-eats-string/34132)
**Author:** [@YoYoFactoryFreak](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoFactoryFreak)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2012, 9:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/10-ball-eats-string/34132 "2012-01-25T21:41:28Z")
I put an OD 10 ball bearing in my yoyo, and the string looks like its about to break where it is next to the response pads… Is it safe or should I change the string? --- ## [how to fix a broken yoyo string](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-fix-a-broken-yoyo-string/33506)
**Author:** [@max\_the\_destroyer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/max_the_destroyer)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2012, 5:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-fix-a-broken-yoyo-string/33506 "2012-01-25T17:42:25Z")
my string like came in two parts at the end and i cant fix it --- ## [Flying Panda Help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/flying-panda-help/34210)
**Author:** [@sloat24](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sloat24)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2012, 3:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/flying-panda-help/34210 "2012-01-25T03:09:28Z")
Ok so a few days ago i got the Duncan Flying Panda. I didnt expect much from it but i expected a little more out of using it for 4a. I can barely bind it back with just a simple throw. Its not me because i can do much mo… --- ## [DM2 Snaggy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dm2-snaggy/34021)
**Author:** [@LongShot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LongShot)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2012, 1:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dm2-snaggy/34021 "2012-01-25T01:17:48Z")
Mine is pretty new. I have tried rubbing the halves on my jeans to wear down the response pads but it does not seem to be working well. A couple of tricks I am working on I cannot work out on the DM2 because it is snaggy… --- ## [YYF G5 ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-g5/34185)
**Author:** [@Noel\_on\_the\_mix](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noel_on_the_mix)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2012, 11:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-g5/34185 "2012-01-24T23:07:47Z")
I love the YYF G5 but my only problem is that the Z Stacks make so much noise is that Suppose to Happen??? --- ## [siliconed flea responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/siliconed-flea-responsive/33199)
**Author:** [@mightyflealeash](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mightyflealeash)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2012, 8:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/siliconed-flea-responsive/33199 "2012-01-24T20:14:58Z")
my flea was siliconed and it is flush. It is not breaking in. it is too responsive. how do I break in silicone faster? It is hitting my knuckles it is that responsive. no there is no silicone in the bearing or seat. \>:( … --- ## [YYF Whip PLEASE HELP! =(](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-whip-please-help/33964)
**Author:** [@akemper1394](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/akemper1394)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2012, 2:46am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-whip-please-help/33964 "2012-01-24T02:46:04Z")
okay guys… so recently out of no where my yoyo became responsive… and my bearing use to make a very high pitch wizzing sound and most the time it just is silent and spins out very fast or just comes straight up in a tric… --- ## [Any Annoers left around?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-annoers-left-around/34130)
**Author:** [@LongShot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LongShot)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2012, 10:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-annoers-left-around/34130 "2012-01-23T22:13:59Z")
I know Vendetta has closed up shop…well maybe just for single jobs. Is there anyone else still doing it? I am kicking around the idea of getting one done in a specific color splashing. --- ## [Make ALL the Bearings Silent!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/make-all-the-bearings-silent/34112)
**Author:** [@magicman21](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/magicman21)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2012, 1:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/make-all-the-bearings-silent/34112 "2012-01-23T01:36:53Z")
Hey all, I know there are a lot of bearing questions, thus making it hard to search for what im seeking. Im at college and my room mate isnt to found of hearing a bearing zipping around at 2 am. I first heard a almost d… --- ## [NickleDietz Polishing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/nickledietz-polishing/34108)
**Author:** [@RedTwo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/RedTwo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2012, 3:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/nickledietz-polishing/34108 "2012-01-22T15:38:44Z")
I’m having a Nickle Plated Dietz. Will polishing it makes the Nickle worn out? --- ## [Water Cleaning Beaings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/water-cleaning-beaings/34033)
**Author:** [@NoobTryingHard55](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/NoobTryingHard55)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2012, 6:58am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/water-cleaning-beaings/34033 "2012-01-22T06:58:33Z")
What kind bearings are stainless steel? Here are a list of the bearings: just reply yes or no to each one One drop 10 ball Center trac Konkave (Not ceramic) Spec Crucial grooved --- ## [Anyone wanna fix my Octave?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-wanna-fix-my-octave/34076)
**Author:** [@Vivo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Vivo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2012, 6:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-wanna-fix-my-octave/34076 "2012-01-22T06:18:26Z")
I need someone to retap it, it stripped. Tried taking out the axle, never really worked out. Wanna help a brother out? I’m willing to pay a decent price for it to be retapped. :slight\_smile: --- ## [scratched yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/scratched-yoyo/33991)
**Author:** [@mightyflealeash](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mightyflealeash)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2012, 3:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/scratched-yoyo/33991 "2012-01-22T03:48:58Z")
how do I fix my scratched yoyo? it rolled into a desk 3 times before I could even catch it. \>:( :cry: --- ## [Can I make my responsive yoyo Unresponsive? ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-make-my-responsive-yoyo-unresponsive/34081)
**Author:** [@Cj\_yos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Cj_yos)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2012, 10:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-make-my-responsive-yoyo-unresponsive/34081 "2012-01-21T22:54:59Z")
So I have a yomega Maverick and I was wondering if i can make it unresponsive. Does anyone know? --- ## [Post Your Modding Fails Here!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/post-your-modding-fails-here/34047)
**Author:** [@ronster234](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ronster234)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2012, 1:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/post-your-modding-fails-here/34047 "2012-01-21T13:14:58Z")
This is basically a thread where everyone can post their modding fails! I hope to have fun reading these! --- ## [Polishing my Nickel Dietz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-my-nickel-dietz/33762)
**Author:** [@Formula](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Formula)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2012, 11:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-my-nickel-dietz/33762 "2012-01-20T11:38:50Z")
Thanks to the guys one the one drop forum, I got some advice on using mothers mag & alum polish on my new nickel plated od dietz. Before: http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7013/6609546233\_98c15ff5f6.jpg One Drop Dietz by d… --- ## [I traded for a G5 and when I got it, it had a terrible paint job! What do I do??](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-traded-for-a-g5-and-when-i-got-it-it-had-a-terrible-paint-job-what-do-i-do/33898)
**Author:** [@jordandarkmagicII](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jordandarkmagicII)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2012, 11:33am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-traded-for-a-g5-and-when-i-got-it-it-had-a-terrible-paint-job-what-do-i-do/33898 "2012-01-20T11:33:44Z")
Hi, so I traded one of my yo-yos for a G5 quite a while ago, but when I got the G5,… it was just a piece of messed up metal, meaning I was completely scammed. It was painted very terribly and it is SSSUUUPPPEEERRR respon… --- ## [How to clean a SPEC bearing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-a-spec-bearing/34025)
**Author:** [@Scabby](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Scabby)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2012, 5:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-a-spec-bearing/34025 "2012-01-20T05:41:18Z")
How do you clean out a SPEC bearing? I tried putting mine is paint thinner and then putting thin lube into it, but it still doesn’t spin very well and is responsive. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks. --- ## [Ten ball suddenly EXTREMELY loud and responsive ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ten-ball-suddenly-extremely-loud-and-responsive/33599)
**Author:** [@Nemyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nemyo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2012, 6:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ten-ball-suddenly-extremely-loud-and-responsive/33599 "2012-01-19T18:17:15Z")
My ten ball in my dietz just got really loud and responsive, and i dont what to do about it. Any advice? --- ## [Pink Splash ROCKstar bearing issues?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pink-splash-rockstar-bearing-issues/33994)
**Author:** [@swagwagon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/swagwagon)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2012, 2:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pink-splash-rockstar-bearing-issues/33994 "2012-01-19T02:11:48Z")
I recently got a couple of brand new, in package 2012 ROCKstars, and neither one’s bearing has lasted more than a day. With each one, it started out dead unresponsive, playing as I’d expect it to, but pretty quickly star… --- ## [Any other bearing removal techniques?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-other-bearing-removal-techniques/33277)
**Author:** [@Dyepb\_16](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Dyepb_16)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2012, 12:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-other-bearing-removal-techniques/33277 "2012-01-19T00:19:29Z")
So i just bought a DV888 and I wanted to put my center track bearing in it that came in my starlite. I was able to to get the bearing out of my starlite easily using the pliers method but had A LOT of trouble with the DV… --- ## [Permatex Silicone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/permatex-silicone/33817)
**Author:** [@mingfu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mingfu)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2012, 7:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/permatex-silicone/33817 "2012-01-17T19:50:41Z")
So i was just wondering when u silicone ur yoyo and when ur done do clean out the tube connected to the silicone or do you just leave it alone and use it next time? --- ## [Response problem ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-problem/33810)
**Author:** [@cleareo2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cleareo2)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2012, 6:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-problem/33810 "2012-01-17T18:22:38Z")
I got the YYJ Phenom for Christmas, and I completely love it. The only problem is that the unresponsive play, lasted for about a day, I could yank and pull and tug on it all I wanted to and it wouldn’t come back no matt… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=145) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=147)