# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=16 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 17 --- ## [Why replaceable axles?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/why-replaceable-axles/372631)
**Author:** [@eap314](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/eap314)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 5:31pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/why-replaceable-axles/372631 "2023-04-13T17:31:03Z")
It makes sense for yoyos to have replaceable axles in case one breaks or strips, but for anything besides 4a and 5a, the axle won’t break, and if an axles strips it will strip the aluminum in the yoyo and not the steel a… --- ## [Xacto knife for c clip removal FTW](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/xacto-knife-for-c-clip-removal-ftw/373551)
**Author:** [@bobafret](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bobafret)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 3:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/xacto-knife-for-c-clip-removal-ftw/373551 "2023-04-13T03:04:04Z")
Here’s a quick tip for those who struggle using needles or pins to remove bearing shield clips: I spent years of struggling with pins and needles but one day last year I decided to grab the xacto blade off my workbe… --- ## [New 2A player question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-2a-player-question/373419)
**Author:** [@BrontosaurusOnPluto](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BrontosaurusOnPluto)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 7:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-2a-player-question/373419 "2023-04-10T19:33:46Z")
I am a predominant 1a player but I broke my arm so I’m learning looping for the next 6 weeks until I’m healed up. Bought a Loop 720 and when I opened it up to lube the bearing one of the spacers fell out. Tge spacer has… --- ## [Perfectly good bearings go weird quickly. But why tho](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfectly-good-bearings-go-weird-quickly-but-why-tho/373413)
**Author:** [@Benthrowsyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Benthrowsyoyo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 5:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfectly-good-bearings-go-weird-quickly-but-why-tho/373413 "2023-04-10T17:07:33Z")
Ok so I got a bunch of Dif-E-Yo bearings that are going responsive QUICKLY when I mount them to my Hydrogen Crash. After cleaning them out when they do so I test them on my other yos and they perform fine so I know it is… --- ## [Shutter screwing problem](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-screwing-problem/373049)
**Author:** [@Ernestthe123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ernestthe123)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 5:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-screwing-problem/373049 "2023-04-03T17:48:04Z")
Whe i screw my shutter back it goes straight then at the end it tilts , but when i tighten it abit it goes back straight. The axel does not look stripped, idk if its hard screwing back on the shutter. --- ## [3d Printed Glass Bead Beyblade/SpinTop Yoyo 2.0](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3d-printed-glass-bead-beyblade-spintop-yoyo-2-0/372994)
**Author:** [@malachigutwein](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/malachigutwein)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2023, 10:50am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3d-printed-glass-bead-beyblade-spintop-yoyo-2-0/372994 "2023-04-02T10:50:28Z")
After prototyping a ton with the design, guts, and bead placement, I decided to reduce the amount of Glass Beads to just one. Because of the flat tip, created by the screw head, the yoyo can spin on the ground or … --- ## [Who can Rainbow my Ti Triton](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/who-can-rainbow-my-ti-triton/371765)
**Author:** [@Yospeedracer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yospeedracer)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 2:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/who-can-rainbow-my-ti-triton/371765 "2023-03-31T14:22:56Z")
Can someone do this to my Ti Triton --- ## [Loop 2020 parts](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loop-2020-parts/372801)
**Author:** [@djqsrv](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/djqsrv)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 6:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loop-2020-parts/372801 "2023-03-30T18:11:11Z")
Hey guys, I am looking for a YYF loop 2020 part that is not being sold here on YYE or any other store I can find. I am looking for the small plastic disks the sit between the axle nut and side cap. I picked up some 2020… --- ## [Moon Rock Bearing Post Issue?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/moon-rock-bearing-post-issue/369223)
**Author:** [@FullSpectrumDad](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/FullSpectrumDad)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 7:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/moon-rock-bearing-post-issue/369223 "2023-03-28T07:24:40Z")
Hey guys, so I’ve searched and searched, and there is so little information I’ve been able to find about “Moonrock” anodizing. I bought a Few & Far Between Taijitsu in Moonrock white when they dropped. I had it for a fe… --- ## [99.9 Percent Pure Alcohol](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/99-9-percent-pure-alcohol/372566)
**Author:** [@craZivn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/craZivn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2023, 3:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/99-9-percent-pure-alcohol/372566 "2023-03-25T15:43:53Z")
For you fellows who prefer to use alcohol as a bearing cleaner, I just discovered this in a Microcenter ad. I didn’t know it existed before as a consumer product so figured I’d share! Ivan --- ## [When do I clean my yoyo bearings?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-do-i-clean-my-yoyo-bearings/372464)
**Author:** [@Ernestthe123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ernestthe123)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2023, 4:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-do-i-clean-my-yoyo-bearings/372464 "2023-03-24T04:24:00Z")
When do I clean my yoyo bearings? --- ## [Potentially free alternative to an ultrasonic cleaner for bearings?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/potentially-free-alternative-to-an-ultrasonic-cleaner-for-bearings/372390)
**Author:** [@Lido](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lido)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2023, 8:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/potentially-free-alternative-to-an-ultrasonic-cleaner-for-bearings/372390 "2023-03-23T08:05:16Z")
We were about to throw away one of our kids disposable electric toothbrushes a few months ago and I decided to save it. Even though it might not actually be “ultrasonic,” it might work similarly to an ultrasonic cleaner … --- ## [String makers! I need your help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-makers-i-need-your-help/372344)
**Author:** [@ENGLISH\_TEA](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ENGLISH_TEA)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2023, 12:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-makers-i-need-your-help/372344 "2023-03-22T00:51:02Z")
Hey guys! So I’m trying to make silk string for wooden fixies. Got my technique down for making string. The problem I’m having is silk is just too slippery for a wooden fixed axel. I have tried 6, 8,9,7,10 wrap string… --- ## [How long do unresponsive bearings last?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-long-do-unresponsive-bearings-last/371847)
**Author:** [@Yooo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yooo)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2023, 7:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-long-do-unresponsive-bearings-last/371847 "2023-03-21T07:36:34Z")
Just out of curiosity, I got a few questions. Yesterday, I noticed when flicking my pixel bearings after cleaning them the spin time was much lower maybe like 8-9 seconds. I remember last time I cleaned them it was aroun… --- ## [Wood yo-yo response tuning question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/wood-yo-yo-response-tuning-question/371986)
**Author:** [@kevinm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kevinm)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2023, 6:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/wood-yo-yo-response-tuning-question/371986 "2023-03-16T18:43:33Z")
Any of you fixed axle enthusiasts have tuning tips on how to make a 1 piece, or glued throw more responsive? I have a couple that cannot be taken apart that are just not responsive. Different thickness and string types d… --- ## [Response pads for YYF GM2?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pads-for-yyf-gm2/371643)
**Author:** [@Arpe93](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Arpe93)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2023, 4:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pads-for-yyf-gm2/371643 "2023-03-09T16:27:34Z")
Hello. I have recently decided to give some of my old throws a spin again and I completely forgot that this yo-yo (pics below) has lost its response pads/silicone. Its a YYF Grind Machine 2. Just wondering if the respons… --- ## [String change](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-change/371242)
**Author:** [@Gbaud](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Gbaud)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2023, 5:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-change/371242 "2023-03-08T17:54:38Z")
Hello to all, I’m an ultra beginner, only a few weeks I’m yo-yoing to relax so sorry if my question is stupid (plus I don’t speak English well). I just changed the string on my VD888 and since then, it reacts like a no… --- ## [3d Printed Glass Bead Modular Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3d-printed-glass-bead-modular-yoyo/371453)
**Author:** [@malachigutwein](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/malachigutwein)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2023, 1:45am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3d-printed-glass-bead-modular-yoyo/371453 "2023-03-08T01:45:38Z")
A very interesting project I have been working on for a while! I designed it in SketchUp and 3d Printed most of it. The glass reflects the sunlight spectacularly and also is transparent when spinning! I posted… --- ## [YYR wonder started vibrating for no reason](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyr-wonder-started-vibrating-for-no-reason/371269)
**Author:** [@alomac](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/alomac)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2023, 2:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyr-wonder-started-vibrating-for-no-reason/371269 "2023-03-04T02:35:24Z")
Wonder has very mild damage like pin pricks and very small scuffs. But damage was couple months prior it started vibrating. Bearing seat before was very tight(i needed multitool every time i remove bearing) and after lik… --- ## [What lube should i get, just returned to yoying after 7-8 years](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-lube-should-i-get-just-returned-to-yoying-after-7-8-years/371146)
**Author:** [@bodahrevy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bodahrevy)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2023, 7:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-lube-should-i-get-just-returned-to-yoying-after-7-8-years/371146 "2023-03-02T19:10:54Z")
Hey I just started throwing again after almost 8 years and have no idea what lube I should get, or what bearings are top tier. Im sure people have preferences but if you could point me in the right direction id really ap… --- ## [Returning Yoyo Player](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/returning-yoyo-player/371090)
**Author:** [@LeDave](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LeDave)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2023, 3:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/returning-yoyo-player/371090 "2023-03-02T03:07:02Z")
Hey guys, I am a returning yoyo player after quitting for several years, I am finally back at it because I remembered how fun it was. I have a few questions. I just ordered a Pragma and was wondering if yoyos that you bu… --- ## [Help Please MOD44](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-please-mod44/350135)
**Author:** [@Canspin65](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Canspin65)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2023, 7:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-please-mod44/350135 "2023-02-26T07:13:52Z")
Hi Folks, I am kind of at my wits end, so I thought I would reach out to this community for suggestions. I bought a D bearing Mod44 a few months ago. It originally came with the Mid sized rings installed that gave it … --- ## [Modern 0A Style Responsive YoYo Maintanence](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/modern-0a-style-responsive-yoyo-maintanence/342124)
**Author:** [@bheinz63](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bheinz63)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2023, 9:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/modern-0a-style-responsive-yoyo-maintanence/342124 "2023-02-25T21:07:27Z")
I haven’t ran into any problems yet, but I’m anticipating needing to relube my new Day Tripper at some point with Silicone Grease in order to maintain its responsiveness. I already have some silicone dielectric grease, i… --- ## [How to strip ti ano?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-strip-ti-ano/370768)
**Author:** [@yoyojoe](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyojoe)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2023, 10:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-strip-ti-ano/370768 "2023-02-24T22:46:35Z")
What’s the best way to strip ano without sanding and polishing? Looking for a way without removing etching on it. --- ## [Coloring printed counterweights](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/coloring-printed-counterweights/370695)
**Author:** [@safetypin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/safetypin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2023, 4:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/coloring-printed-counterweights/370695 "2023-02-23T16:49:05Z")
Has anyone colored or dyed a 3d printed counterweight? I have a white and a clear 3d printed counterweights that I really like for shape, weight, size and feel, and I can’t get this kind of counterweight in a different … --- ## [Where should I get my yoyo made?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-should-i-get-my-yoyo-made/370572)
**Author:** [@Prion\_yoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Prion_yoyos)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2023, 10:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-should-i-get-my-yoyo-made/370572 "2023-02-22T22:08:53Z")
I have a couple yoyo designs I’ve thrown together in fusion 360, but I need to get a solid prototype to see how they actually throw. anyone know where I could get some prototypes milled out? --- ## [Choosing a Lathe to machine a yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/choosing-a-lathe-to-machine-a-yoyo/370338)
**Author:** [@Uknown](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Uknown)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2023, 7:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/choosing-a-lathe-to-machine-a-yoyo/370338 "2023-02-21T19:26:58Z")
I’m not sure of this is the right category to put this under but recently I’ve been interested in trying to machine my own yoyo and would like some insight on choosing a lathe. I would like to find one that can automatic… --- ## [Freehand One Response Pads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/freehand-one-response-pads/370538)
**Author:** [@Yooo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yooo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2023, 3:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/freehand-one-response-pads/370538 "2023-02-21T03:19:36Z")
I just wanted to double check what response pads the new freehand one uses. The ones that come stock on it. Can someone tell me please? Thanks. --- ## [Why do some bearings seem indestructible while others seem frail?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/why-do-some-bearings-seem-indestructible-while-others-seem-frail/370293)
**Author:** [@Benthrowsyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Benthrowsyoyo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2023, 5:47am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/why-do-some-bearings-seem-indestructible-while-others-seem-frail/370293 "2023-02-20T05:47:44Z")
My question arises from this: the bearing my YYR Valkyrie came stock with has needed maintenance like 6 times for 20 or so cumulative hours of play while my C3 Hydrogen Crash bearing took legitimately 30 or so hours to s… --- ## [.555 pads in 2023](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/555-pads-in-2023/370188)
**Author:** [@Orion22](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Orion22)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2023, 4:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/555-pads-in-2023/370188 "2023-02-16T04:25:17Z")
I’m going to make my own from a few various materials and was looking for hard dimensions on the thin general yo .555s, dif e yo thins, or the one drop silicone .555s. Just going to try some gasket punches and some adhes… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=15) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=17)