# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=157 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 158 --- ## [i need someone to fix up my recrev sharp](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-need-someone-to-fix-up-my-recrev-sharp/30197)
**Author:** [@remy11](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/remy11)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2011, 3:31pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-need-someone-to-fix-up-my-recrev-sharp/30197 "2011-09-26T15:31:28Z")
ok there are a few problems with this the bearing never comes out and its rusted and barely spins 2.i hate the powder coating if someone can raw it out THE RESPONSE, ITS IMOPSSIBLE TO FIN THIN HAT PADS IF SOMEONE C… --- ## [SG(Silicone Groove) Duncans/ Duncan Metropolis!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sg-silicone-groove-duncans-duncan-metropolis/30193)
**Author:** [@papaYOYO](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/papaYOYO)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2011, 12:22am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sg-silicone-groove-duncans-duncan-metropolis/30193 "2011-09-26T00:22:27Z")
Do Duncan yoyos with the SG response accept flowable silicone well? Any luck with this guys? I was looking at getting the Duncan Metropolis, anyone have a good experience with this? --- ## [removing c clip from Center Trac Bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/removing-c-clip-from-center-trac-bearing/30162)
**Author:** [@yoyodanny](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyodanny)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2011, 6:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/removing-c-clip-from-center-trac-bearing/30162 "2011-09-25T18:18:32Z")
i’ve spent hours ttrying to remove the c-clip from the Center Trac Bearing of my starlite so i can clean it and its not working. any methods other then using a needle? --- ## [custom dark magic caps](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/custom-dark-magic-caps/30158)
**Author:** [@stoneface98](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/stoneface98)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2011, 10:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/custom-dark-magic-caps/30158 "2011-09-24T22:03:39Z")
i modded my dark magic 2 caps now it looks awesome tottaly team spirit --- ## [Hubstack bearing stuck on my superstar...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstack-bearing-stuck-on-my-superstar/29377)
**Author:** [@Swatnoodle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Swatnoodle)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2011, 7:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstack-bearing-stuck-on-my-superstar/29377 "2011-09-24T19:42:33Z")
So… I take off the hubs of my superstar… and one of the hubstacks bearing are stuck on the post without any o rings to holdit there. Help please? --- ## [DV888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888/30144)
**Author:** [@yoskater](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoskater)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2011, 2:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888/30144 "2011-09-24T14:57:25Z")
Hey guys, I just got a brand new yyf DV888 and its my first all-metal yoyo, so could you give me a few tips on keeping it in good condition? thx :slight\_smile: --- ## [Okay, I need some serious help here. 2 of my yoyo's are messed up.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/okay-i-need-some-serious-help-here-2-of-my-yoyos-are-messed-up/29803)
**Author:** [@DangerYoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DangerYoyo)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2011, 9:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/okay-i-need-some-serious-help-here-2-of-my-yoyos-are-messed-up/29803 "2011-09-23T21:04:20Z")
Alright, well, first yoyo: YYJ Hitman 1 Hybrid response Plays really nice, but sometimes slides when I throw a sleeper The one big problem, it makes tons of noise. Nothing’s in the bearing seat, I’ve used different b… --- ## [Silicone into Monster or other YYF](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-into-monster-or-other-yyf/30073)
**Author:** [@papaYOYO](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/papaYOYO)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2011, 8:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-into-monster-or-other-yyf/30073 "2011-09-23T20:55:01Z")
\\\[i\]Is it possible to do flowable silicone into a YYF Monster or other yoyos that use the CBC Slim Pad response pads? I know the Monster doesn’t come with flowable silicone, but is the recess the same size as o… --- ## [snaggy sasquatch.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/snaggy-sasquatch/30050)
**Author:** [@nicholi2789](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nicholi2789)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2011, 5:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/snaggy-sasquatch/30050 "2011-09-23T05:25:55Z")
So I just got my new john bot edition sasquatch today, I really like it except for one thing. It has these white pads for response instead of flowable. I’m guessing they are CLYW’s new snow tires. It’s really irritating … --- ## [Metal Drifter mods](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/metal-drifter-mods/29933)
**Author:** [@papaYOYO](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/papaYOYO)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2011, 5:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/metal-drifter-mods/29933 "2011-09-23T05:18:19Z")
I have my old Duncan Metal Drifter lying around and I was looking for tips on modding it. The stock response is completely gone. I haven’t got a lathe but I was wondering if the recess( or lack of) is deep enough to sili… --- ## [Mirror Polished DMII](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mirror-polished-dmii/29971)
**Author:** [@PlasticWhip](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PlasticWhip)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2011, 3:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mirror-polished-dmii/29971 "2011-09-22T03:00:03Z")
I went down to the basement with my DM2 and came back up with this; On another note I accidentally slammed it into a metal bar when I was waiting for my computer to load. Now one side is smooth (Always been) and the… --- ## [Yo-Yo lubricants. How to?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yo-yo-lubricants-how-to/29995)
**Author:** [@fastnfaster](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fastnfaster)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2011, 12:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yo-yo-lubricants-how-to/29995 "2011-09-22T00:29:24Z")
Hey guys, thanks for answering my last question!!! And now i have another one for you guys. How should i apply the lube? And where should i apply it? The ball bearing or around it? Please answer this as soon as possib… --- ## [Dark Magic 2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2/30059)
**Author:** [@Sifer82](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Sifer82)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2011, 5:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2/30059 "2011-09-21T05:09:03Z")
Me and my friend both got a DM2 But his is Way better,my bearing NEVER had spun as long as his…Any help on what i could do to make it better? --- ## [Making a yoyo case](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/making-a-yoyo-case/30030)
**Author:** [@guitaryo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/guitaryo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2011, 4:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/making-a-yoyo-case/30030 "2011-09-21T04:17:32Z")
I recently made a yoyo case with a can, but because the holes are circular, my undersized throws were loose. How do I make a yoyo case with triangular holes so my yoyos are more snug? --- ## [Fiesta XX help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fiesta-xx-help/29978)
**Author:** [@rommizle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rommizle)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2011, 1:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fiesta-xx-help/29978 "2011-09-21T01:04:33Z")
So the bearing seat on my fiesta is a little too tight, to the point where the bearing won’t spin. Any ideas on how to fix it? The bearing is fine and the other half is fine too. --- ## [Yoyofactory multi-tool](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-multi-tool/30051)
**Author:** [@fastnfaster](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fastnfaster)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2011, 4:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-multi-tool/30051 "2011-09-20T16:42:04Z")
How do i use the ball bearing removal tool??? Do i use force on the bearing and pull it out or is there a special technique??? Please answer Thanks!! --- ## [888 hubstacks](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/888-hubstacks/30043)
**Author:** [@That-one-kid](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/That-one-kid)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2011, 1:39am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/888-hubstacks/30043 "2011-09-20T01:39:38Z")
I just got my 888 today and i’m loving it, but one of the hubstacks seemed to be catching the yoyo and not spinning, like it’s stuck. So if anyone can tell me how to take them off so i can check them? Thank you. --- ## [How to get great recesses with a drill](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-get-great-recesses-with-a-drill/14022)
**Author:** [@tyler3490](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/tyler3490)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2011, 6:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-get-great-recesses-with-a-drill/14022 "2011-09-18T18:28:24Z")
I know there is a video on how to recess a zero but this is a much safer and accurate way to do it. what you will need- a few small clamps (the cheap c clamps work great), drill, sharpened screwdriver, yoyo, extra nuts … --- ## [Most modding potential](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/most-modding-potential/29965)
**Author:** [@papaYOYO](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/papaYOYO)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2011, 12:55am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/most-modding-potential/29965 "2011-09-18T00:55:22Z")
I’m considering buying my first yoyo for the sole purpose of experimentation. Other than a few minor mods, I’m a “No0b” lol. My question is: Which yoyos have the most potential for mods? Which are your favorite to mess a… --- ## [Polished Pure](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polished-pure/29901)
**Author:** [@patrickcondon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/patrickcondon)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 9:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polished-pure/29901 "2011-09-17T21:02:58Z")
First pass on a polishing wheel. Second run by hand to get around the machining marks. I was considering getting rid of them, making the sides a true mirror finish. I decided against it though, since it’s oh so pret… --- ## [Protostar cap things](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-cap-things/29938)
**Author:** [@yoyoavenger](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoavenger)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 7:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-cap-things/29938 "2011-09-17T19:49:43Z")
Does anyone know how to take them off? I saw someone hubstacked their protostar after taking them off. --- ## [some modding questions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/some-modding-questions/29737)
**Author:** [@hotrodyoyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hotrodyoyoer)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 12:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/some-modding-questions/29737 "2011-09-17T12:42:59Z")
1.what is a beef cake mod and how do you do it?how does it help 2.how do you highwall a throw and what does it do? 3.is it possible to keep duncan bearings from rusting? 4.is it possible to put z stacks on a metal dri… --- ## [Help with Better Response Types](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-better-response-types/29958)
**Author:** [@Taluboots](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Taluboots)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 12:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-better-response-types/29958 "2011-09-17T12:41:52Z")
I have a Yoyofactory yoyo that uses a CBC Slim Pad. Are these slim pads interchangable with Yoyojam Silicon O-Rings and/or Duncan SG Stickers? If so, which of the three last longer and gives the best response for tight b… --- ## [Where can you buy sodium hydroxide(lye)???](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-can-you-buy-sodium-hydroxide-lye/29809)
**Author:** [@Lblackburn248](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lblackburn248)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 5:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-can-you-buy-sodium-hydroxide-lye/29809 "2011-09-17T05:08:35Z")
i want to use it to chemically remove the anodizing on my yoyo and i heard that this chemical was the way to go for that. or another chemical that is similar. --- ## [What to do with a non playable Duncan Metal drifter?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-to-do-with-a-non-playable-duncan-metal-drifter/29904)
**Author:** [@Plank4God](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Plank4God)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2011, 2:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-to-do-with-a-non-playable-duncan-metal-drifter/29904 "2011-09-16T02:04:54Z")
My metal drifter is severely screwed up, the axle and bearings are messed up and it doesn’t work at all. I have considered just throwing it at the ground or something for kicks, but I was wondering if anyone had any bett… --- ## [Plastic Grind Machine - semi-responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/plastic-grind-machine-semi-responsive/29937)
**Author:** [@hakysak](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hakysak)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2011, 12:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/plastic-grind-machine-semi-responsive/29937 "2011-09-16T00:01:32Z")
I just got a brand new Grind Machine, and it comes back on hard tugs and during grinds. I tested the bearing, and in other yoyos it is unresponsive. Likewise, the GM stays responsive when I put other clean bearings in it… --- ## [Rim repair and polish](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rim-repair-and-polish/29924)
**Author:** [@DangerYoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DangerYoyo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2011, 11:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rim-repair-and-polish/29924 "2011-09-15T23:35:31Z")
I’ll be polishing and repairing my rims for my HM,DM,And X-con tommorow. I’ll post pics. I spent 6 hours outside. x\_x Hitman Before: Hitman After: X-Convict before: X-Convict After: DarkMagic before: … --- ## [How to fix a dinged up DV888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-fix-a-dinged-up-dv888/29815)
**Author:** [@Crunch123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Crunch123)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2011, 9:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-fix-a-dinged-up-dv888/29815 "2011-09-15T21:21:18Z")
Sorry guys I Can’t Post pics my Image uploader stuff is screwed up… Got A Dinged up DV888? HEre is how to fix it in some steps. Materials Needed: Fine sand paper or concrete(if you want it to get real messed up) … --- ## [Dark magic 2 why](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-why/29918)
**Author:** [@That-one-kid](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/That-one-kid)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2011, 8:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-why/29918 "2011-09-15T20:38:09Z")
So my dark magic two is being…weird. I don’t know what it is. I throw it down and usually it’ll make a spin scream noise (you know, the loud SHHHHHH) but then i’ll feel a jolt in the string and it’ll be dead quiet. Also… --- ## [Homemade yoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/homemade-yoyos/29878)
**Author:** [@Canadian\_Caribou](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Canadian_Caribou)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2011, 8:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/homemade-yoyos/29878 "2011-09-15T20:32:43Z")
I was just wondering what tools you need to make yoyos and how they are made. I was considering derlin or aluminum. After I get all the supplies, what exactly do you do to shape the yoyo. I am a total beginner in the… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=156) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=158)