# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=150 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 151 --- ## [Anybody know how to make counterweight?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anybody-know-how-to-make-counterweight/32530)
**Author:** [@Floosh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Floosh)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2011, 2:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anybody-know-how-to-make-counterweight/32530 "2011-12-16T14:27:35Z")
I am starting to get into 5a but there is really no point of me ordering online just 4 something for 5-6 bucks! Anyway comment or leave a video or website anything so I can see your ideas on how to make counterweight Th… --- ## [Fixing an original Yomega Lancer.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fixing-an-original-yomega-lancer/32620)
**Author:** [@ZappyRadio](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ZappyRadio)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2011, 1:52am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fixing-an-original-yomega-lancer/32620 "2011-12-16T01:52:49Z")
I have an original Yomega Lancer, it was my first real Yo-Yo and i love the old gal but shes pretty beat up. The end caps that the axle fits into are cracked all the hell so it wont tighten right. the string also doesnt … --- ## [Annodization](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/annodization/32571)
**Author:** [@Canadian\_Caribou](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Canadian_Caribou)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2011, 7:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/annodization/32571 "2011-12-15T19:55:41Z")
I know the dangers of the electricity and the acid. Can someone give me a breakdown of anodizing. How do you apply the paint? What type of paint? How much electricity? What type of acid? Thank You --- ## [How to make a 2 tone string](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-a-2-tone-string/32452)
**Author:** [@yoyomastervn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyomastervn)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2011, 6:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-a-2-tone-string/32452 "2011-12-15T18:28:03Z")
Can you show me how to make a 2 tone string. --- ## [free hand 2 help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/free-hand-2-help/32374)
**Author:** [@icastro1010](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/icastro1010)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2011, 8:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/free-hand-2-help/32374 "2011-12-15T08:05:35Z")
my freehand 2 yoyo wont come back up when i pull my wrist up when its sleeping. can someone tell me how i could make it come back up when its sleeping? :cry: --- ## [Yo-yo holster?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yo-yo-holster/32610)
**Author:** [@Floosh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Floosh)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2011, 6:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yo-yo-holster/32610 "2011-12-15T06:01:28Z")
Any one know how to make a yoyo holster? --- ## [Maverick mods?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/maverick-mods/32647)
**Author:** [@Floosh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Floosh)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2011, 5:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/maverick-mods/32647 "2011-12-15T05:49:29Z")
So I recently got into 5a so I’m kinda a noobie so I used a maverick,any mods? Thx --- ## [New Paint Job!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-paint-job/32542)
**Author:** [@Jansen](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jansen)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2011, 12:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-paint-job/32542 "2011-12-14T12:13:33Z")
This is my Duncan Metal Drifter, I got bored of the original look so I painted it :). It took about 12 hours to do but i felt like 12 weeks haha. It looks pretty cool if i say so myself! If you want a tut i will gladly … --- ## [Duncan Siliconing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-siliconing/32621)
**Author:** [@Taluboots](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Taluboots)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2011, 7:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-siliconing/32621 "2011-12-14T07:32:55Z")
I have several Duncan yo-yos, and I was wondering if you could silicone them. I know that you can silicone those with a 19mm OD SG Sticker, but what about the others? Will the 13.7 mm silicone recess accept silicone? I’m… --- ## [Beysick with wrong bearing.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/beysick-with-wrong-bearing/32591)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2011, 10:47am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/beysick-with-wrong-bearing/32591 "2011-12-13T10:47:24Z")
OK, well, this has been an interesting day on many levels. I had been throwing my modded FHZ and I decided my Beysick needed some attention. This has been a yoyo I’m having trouble enjoying and I think it’s coming togeth… --- ## [hubstacked yuuksta?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstacked-yuuksta/32582)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2011, 3:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstacked-yuuksta/32582 "2011-12-13T03:53:56Z")
is it possible? If so has anyone done it…can you post pics…I was thinking about doing it but don’t want to screw it up…thanks! --- ## [Is flowable silicon reliable?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-flowable-silicon-reliable/32498)
**Author:** [@DavidRH](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DavidRH)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2011, 5:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-flowable-silicon-reliable/32498 "2011-12-12T17:48:48Z")
From what I’ve heard it comes off easily. Also, does it last longer than stickers? --- ## [Yoyo axle mod](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-axle-mod/32553)
**Author:** [@Floosh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Floosh)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2011, 6:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-axle-mod/32553 "2011-12-12T06:26:51Z")
I was watching England1414 BST video and I saw his hard coat dv888 that he use this axle where it works like a BBYY version of spike holders anybody know how to do this --- ## [Pression Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pression-yoyo/32516)
**Author:** [@fjh123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fjh123)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2011, 6:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pression-yoyo/32516 "2011-12-12T06:08:36Z")
The best yoyo’s do not require bearing removel equtment. --- ## [DM2 response pad](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dm2-response-pad/32439)
**Author:** [@gorillaz922](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/gorillaz922)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2011, 6:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dm2-response-pad/32439 "2011-12-11T18:26:59Z")
i have a DM2 and my stock response pads finally gave out, so i replaced them with the clear pads that came with it. they stick out to far and it essentially makes my unresponsive yoyo responsive…the string catchs on almo… --- ## [Problem about V4M lube???](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/problem-about-v4m-lube/32485)
**Author:** [@phongphanthanh98](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/phongphanthanh98)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2011, 3:16am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/problem-about-v4m-lube/32485 "2011-12-11T03:16:19Z")
When I’m cleaned the bearing , then I add 1 drop of V4M and wait for a few minutes. When I play, it became very reponsive, I have played for 3 days and the situation didn’t change, please help me. Thanks --- ## [silicone in protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-in-protostar/32339)
**Author:** [@mingfu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mingfu)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2011, 3:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-in-protostar/32339 "2011-12-11T03:13:52Z")
does the silicone stay in it cuz i heard the plastic is too smooth or something so flowable sili like permatex wont work --- ## [Anno](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anno/14044)
**Author:** [@quinton](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/quinton)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2011, 3:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anno/14044 "2011-12-11T03:12:28Z")
Okay, just a quick question. Can anno + a polish finish cause vibe or any other defect? --- ## [SUPERSTAR AXLE STUCK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/superstar-axle-stuck/32499)
**Author:** [@ch3ckm4rk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ch3ckm4rk)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2011, 2:16am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/superstar-axle-stuck/32499 "2011-12-11T02:16:13Z")
So guys i need your help. my winston superstar has a bit of a vibe so i assumed that maybe by adjusting the axle or something i would be able to get rid of it… but the unfortunate thing is that the open end of the axle … --- ## [Just got a new duncan dragonfly](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/just-got-a-new-duncan-dragonfly/32369)
**Author:** [@icastro1010](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/icastro1010)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2011, 3:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/just-got-a-new-duncan-dragonfly/32369 "2011-12-10T15:40:36Z")
I need help becasue my dragonfly whenever i do a string trick it sometimes go’s back up automatically ??? --- ## [FHZ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fhz/32393)
**Author:** [@YORYAN](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YORYAN)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2011, 1:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fhz/32393 "2011-12-09T01:28:16Z")
so i was thinking about buying a couple more freehand zeros but i dont know. Last one i had i tried the silicone mod and could never get it right i made it work though but i was wondering if i were t put reccesed sticker… --- ## [How to make rim-weights?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-rim-weights/32397)
**Author:** [@Upbeat](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Upbeat)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2011, 9:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-rim-weights/32397 "2011-12-08T21:21:59Z")
Is it possible for me to make my own rim-weights for my YYF Whip? It’s too light for a beginner like me :confused: --- ## [stripped genesis+](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-genesis/32309)
**Author:** [@yoyo2911](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyo2911)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2011, 7:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-genesis/32309 "2011-12-08T19:20:46Z")
if anybody can retap it or anything 2 fix it plz pm me thanks for the help and by the way i was being stupid and put a different axle in and it got stuck do anyways thanks sooo much for the help yoyo2911 :slight\_smile: --- ## [YO DAWG](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yo-dawg/32417)
**Author:** [@sabata](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sabata)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2011, 5:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yo-dawg/32417 "2011-12-08T17:39:29Z")
--- ## [stripping anno](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripping-anno/31962)
**Author:** [@sirnaq\_MN42](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sirnaq_MN42)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2011, 10:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripping-anno/31962 "2011-12-07T22:39:42Z")
How would I go about stripping the anno off of a yoyo. I want to get it nickel plated but it needs to be raw first. --- ## [Blasted Kimmitt Northstar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/blasted-kimmitt-northstar/32367)
**Author:** [@PlasticWhip](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PlasticWhip)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2011, 12:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/blasted-kimmitt-northstar/32367 "2011-12-07T12:52:28Z")
Side view; Nothing special about the side view. Just your standard Kimmitt Northstar, with a wasps nest counterweight. Profile View; Shows what the blast looks like from the side. Axle Side View; Shows off the bl… --- ## [Legacy1 problems.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/legacy1-problems/32244)
**Author:** [@Legyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legyoyo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2011, 3:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/legacy1-problems/32244 "2011-12-07T03:41:48Z")
Ok. my legacy 1 bearing isn’t spinning as long as it has been (as far as I know) and it doesn’t sounds dry so I know that isn’t the problem. Should I try cleaning it anyway? will it help? My brother lost it recently in a… --- ## [How to make yoyo string?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-yoyo-string/32343)
**Author:** [@yoyoedumaster](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoedumaster)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2011, 11:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-yoyo-string/32343 "2011-12-06T23:44:25Z")
How to make yoyo string w/o a drill. --- ## [bearing problems](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-problems/32262)
**Author:** [@Blieske](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Blieske)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2011, 9:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-problems/32262 "2011-12-06T21:35:49Z")
Hello. Lately while yoyoing my bearing would suddenly get loud and wouldn’t perform the same. I read about the problem and I was told that cleaning my bearing would fix the problem. I cleaned my bearing with lighter flui… --- ## [response pads?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pads/32360)
**Author:** [@raul710](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/raul710)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2011, 8:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pads/32360 "2011-12-06T20:28:44Z")
i have a protostar and a c3yoyodesign trident what pads would i get for them and can someone give a link to them? ??? [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=149) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=151)