# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=156 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 157 --- ## [Help please guys!!!!!!!!! stuck axle!!!!!!!!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-please-guys-stuck-axle/30287)
**Author:** [@yoyoaddict101](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoaddict101)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2011, 1:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-please-guys-stuck-axle/30287 "2011-10-10T01:25:42Z")
my brother accidentally have puten a wrong axle on my superstar and it is different in size than the original superstar axle. Well i find the original axle but the one that my brother have puten wouldn’t come out i tried… --- ## [spray painting a yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spray-painting-a-yoyo/30511)
**Author:** [@geckoguy05](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/geckoguy05)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2011, 10:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spray-painting-a-yoyo/30511 "2011-10-09T22:00:44Z")
would this work? --- ## [So, I was wondering...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/so-i-was-wondering/30483)
**Author:** [@PlasticWhip](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PlasticWhip)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2011, 1:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/so-i-was-wondering/30483 "2011-10-09T13:10:14Z")
Would grinding on a pile of sand be similar to sandblasting? Also is there a cheap (Like practically free) way to sandblast any yoyo? --- ## [Tuning a dinged throw,](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tuning-a-dinged-throw/30457)
**Author:** [@nicholi2789](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nicholi2789)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2011, 1:39am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tuning-a-dinged-throw/30457 "2011-10-08T01:39:27Z")
So i’ve been spending a little bit of time today tuning my yoyos and trying to get them as smooth as possible. I have a dinged throw that used to play with no vibe now it has a tiny tiny bit after i dinged it. Basically … --- ## [Rice stacks](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rice-stacks/28179)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2011, 11:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rice-stacks/28179 "2011-10-07T23:16:11Z")
Would Rice stacks fit on a g5? I’m wondering this because of the way the metal curves not to far from the spot that has the hubstack bearing. --- ## [Change counterweights without changing string/ free spinning counterweight.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/change-counterweights-without-changing-string-free-spinning-counterweight/30256)
**Author:** [@patrickcondon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/patrickcondon)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2011, 11:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/change-counterweights-without-changing-string-free-spinning-counterweight/30256 "2011-10-07T23:13:38Z")
Add them to various different counterweights for weight swap on the fly. At this point in time, they seem pretty impractical, since you have to cut up the string, but I found it neat and thought I’d share. --- ## [Ano Flaw???](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ano-flaw/30470)
**Author:** [@potatobobguy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/potatobobguy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2011, 2:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ano-flaw/30470 "2011-10-07T14:54:41Z")
What is an ano flaw, and what does it mean to strip the anodization (ano)?And does this affect play. --- ## [how can i make my One Drop M1 heavier?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-can-i-make-my-one-drop-m1-heavier/30462)
**Author:** [@toastedyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/toastedyoyos)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2011, 9:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-can-i-make-my-one-drop-m1-heavier/30462 "2011-10-06T21:49:05Z")
i just got an M1. i love it, but its a bit light for my taste. is there anything i can do to change this? --- ## [Dark Magic 2 won't unscrew :(](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-wont-unscrew/30446)
**Author:** [@TheRyanFace](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheRyanFace)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2011, 1:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-wont-unscrew/30446 "2011-10-06T01:23:43Z")
I hope no one yells at me for this, but here it goes… A few days ago, I got a used DM2 from our BST here. It worked fine, but it was dead responsive even though it was a C sized bearing. I wanted to see if it was the be… --- ## [Mod Help?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mod-help/30425)
**Author:** [@PlasmaGear](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PlasmaGear)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2011, 12:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mod-help/30425 "2011-10-06T00:31:00Z")
How would I mod a Lyn Fury and a Grind Machine? I have no idea how to mod yo-yo’s --- ## [String "slipping"](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-slipping/30422)
**Author:** [@Kyle700](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Kyle700)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2011, 1:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-slipping/30422 "2011-10-05T01:01:28Z")
Hey guys. I have a Metal Zero yoyo and I’ve really liked it so far. But really recently (last day or so) the yoyo seems to be losing quality… Normally, when I throw a breakaway or something, the yo-yo drops smoothly d… --- ## [First Silicone Job](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-silicone-job/30326)
**Author:** [@DByoyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DByoyoer)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2011, 2:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-silicone-job/30326 "2011-10-04T02:26:25Z")
This is my first time so tell me if it is ok. --- ## [my avalanche is responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-avalanche-is-responsive/30386)
**Author:** [@Yoyomatt101](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyomatt101)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2011, 11:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-avalanche-is-responsive/30386 "2011-10-03T23:17:29Z")
need sum help!!! tried cleaning, ive been trying to break in my bearing for 4 hours!!! --- ## [Silicone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone/30121)
**Author:** [@Canadian\_Caribou](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Canadian_Caribou)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2011, 7:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone/30121 "2011-10-02T07:15:17Z")
I was yoyoing the other day with my BvM and my silicone blew out on one side. This is my best throw and I already miss it. Does anyone know how to put in new silicone? I am a complete beginner. Thank you. --- ## [LF: SB CLYW Bassalope alternate response solutions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lf-sb-clyw-bassalope-alternate-response-solutions/30341)
**Author:** [@Pillowite](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Pillowite)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2011, 4:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lf-sb-clyw-bassalope-alternate-response-solutions/30341 "2011-10-02T04:18:58Z")
so is there anyway of (other than flowable silicone) to replace the response in my small bearing clyw Bassalope? I mean what pad size would i have to get to fit that recess? Would flow groove work okay, i know it doesnt … --- ## [Breaking in](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/breaking-in/30291)
**Author:** [@yoskater](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoskater)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2011, 5:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/breaking-in/30291 "2011-10-01T17:06:28Z")
Hey guys, I just got a yoyofactory dv888 about a week ago and the bearing makes this weird noise and the yoyo almost becomes responsive. This happened to my friends too with there G5 and Chaotic but it went away in a wee… --- ## [Hundreds of Friction Stickers - for $5 \*\*Updated 9/30/11, Pics added!\*\*](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hundreds-of-friction-stickers-for-5-updated-9-30-11-pics-added/27732)
**Author:** [@PlasticWhip](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PlasticWhip)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2011, 3:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hundreds-of-friction-stickers-for-5-updated-9-30-11-pics-added/27732 "2011-09-30T15:53:50Z")
This is a tutorial on how to make your own friction stickers - hundreds of them - for $5 Supplies A flat surface\* A block of wood (2-4’s work great)\* Hockey tape Silicone caulk Wax paper\* 45 minutes\* Old friction… --- ## [siliconing yomega maverick?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/siliconing-yomega-maverick/30253)
**Author:** [@nicholi2789](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nicholi2789)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2011, 5:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/siliconing-yomega-maverick/30253 "2011-09-29T17:39:16Z")
as anyone done this? I’m not sure if the recesses are deep enough. their stock response really sucks and I want to replace it. --- ## [No response?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/no-response/30122)
**Author:** [@potatobobguy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/potatobobguy)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2011, 3:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/no-response/30122 "2011-09-29T15:57:34Z")
My crucial yoyo just had its response pads get all sticky and pull out the bearing seat thing crucial has (sorry I forgot the name) so i just took them out. Will this be fine? --- ## [Help a N00B Mod](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-a-n00b-mod/30254)
**Author:** [@cooljcapya](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cooljcapya)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2011, 3:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-a-n00b-mod/30254 "2011-09-29T15:15:33Z")
So today I found one of my first throws ever, a few years back I had a duncan mosquito. I found it today, pads missing and a bearing missing so I was wondering what are some things I can do to it. Also granted this is an… --- ## [Dark magic 2 corroded rims](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-corroded-rims/30169)
**Author:** [@Moise](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Moise)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2011, 2:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-corroded-rims/30169 "2011-09-29T02:43:39Z")
Hey guys today i decided to put down my yyf metals and play with my plastics. I Went to pick up my dm2. I looked at the rims, and they are horribly dark and corroded. It just looks disgusting, and im hoping to find a way… --- ## [Check Out My Satined Dash!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/check-out-my-satined-dash/30011)
**Author:** [@Gibby](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Gibby)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2011, 7:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/check-out-my-satined-dash/30011 "2011-09-28T07:51:21Z")
Hey guys, I just satined my uber beat Dash, and it looks and feels awesome! Check it out! Let me know how I did. I want to start my own satining business, but I’ll need your guys’ help! --- ## [One Drop 54 responsive please help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-54-responsive-please-help/30126)
**Author:** [@Fonglol](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Fonglol)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2011, 5:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-54-responsive-please-help/30126 "2011-09-28T05:12:48Z")
Just got the one drop 54 and it is responsive can anyone recommend any pads that can fix this --- ## [anodized plastic?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anodized-plastic/30096)
**Author:** [@geckoguy05](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/geckoguy05)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2011, 1:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anodized-plastic/30096 "2011-09-28T01:05:25Z")
is it possible to put ano on a plastic?or at least make it grind better,i Know there is the pgm surface but what if we went beyond that --- ## [KonKave Ceramic Bearing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/konkave-ceramic-bearing/29585)
**Author:** [@SeanChernobyl](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SeanChernobyl)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2011, 12:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/konkave-ceramic-bearing/29585 "2011-09-28T00:07:21Z")
Just wondering if the Konkave Ceramic Bearing is worth the 30 bucks or not. Never used a ceramic bearing. But just not sure if it makes much of a difference. Help me out --- ## [I ground my DV888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-ground-my-dv888/29133)
**Author:** [@climba67625](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/climba67625)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2011, 12:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-ground-my-dv888/29133 "2011-09-28T00:06:20Z")
I ground my DV888 I hadn’t took the photo before ground, I just found this photo in yahoo. After ground: … --- ## [please help!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/please-help/30228)
**Author:** [@yoyoking123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoking123)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2011, 1:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/please-help/30228 "2011-09-27T01:27:26Z")
I have a grind machine, and it all of a sudden is responsive. I checked everything, and I can’t find a problem. I also lubed it, which didn’t help at all. Please help!!! --- ## [Aluminum Black](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aluminum-black/30216)
**Author:** [@LongShot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LongShot)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2011, 6:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aluminum-black/30216 "2011-09-26T18:28:07Z")
I had a thought, basically wondering, if gunmetal bluing would work on Aluminum. Well, I came across this stuff. Maybe someone might want to try it or something so passing along the info. http://birchwoodcasey.scalesliv… --- ## [Cafe Racer Troubles](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cafe-racer-troubles/30192)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2011, 5:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cafe-racer-troubles/30192 "2011-09-26T17:38:14Z")
Hello people, So I’ve been throwing a OD cafe racer for about the last month or so. For the first week and a half to two weeks it was fantastic, smooth, unresponsive, the works. About two weeks ago it started getting … --- ## [Just Curious](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/just-curious/30116)
**Author:** [@DangerYoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DangerYoyo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2011, 4:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/just-curious/30116 "2011-09-26T16:45:52Z")
Is there some technique to break in a yoyo faster? Just keep binding? Just let it die out? Do tricks? Or what? Just curious. What do you guys do? ??? [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=155) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=157)