# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=163 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 164 --- ## [Silicone in bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-in-bearing/28219)
**Author:** [@yoyohw\_the\_awesome](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyohw_the_awesome)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2011, 1:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-in-bearing/28219 "2011-07-23T01:48:56Z")
Man, when i was siliconing my dv888, i got silicone in my bearing and bearing seat and everywhere else on my yoyo. My dad soaked it in hot water and then put some sort of anti rust or something. Any suggestions? --- ## [silicone in the bearing track ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-in-the-bearing-track/28255)
**Author:** [@mikes\_mods](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mikes_mods)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2011, 4:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-in-the-bearing-track/28255 "2011-07-22T16:30:51Z")
i was siliconeing my eneme then silicone got in the bearing track so i let it dry thinking i could just scrape it off in the morning. most of it came off how can i get the other stuff off --- ## [Need help. Designing a yoyo.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-designing-a-yoyo/28263)
**Author:** [@888alltheway](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/888alltheway)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2011, 2:45am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-designing-a-yoyo/28263 "2011-07-22T02:45:13Z")
Like the title says, I need help. I need help getting the dimentions for a bearing seat. I’m getting it anno’d in a solid color. I need dimentions in mm’s for the outer diameter, inner diameter, and the actual thing that… --- ## [My question about removing bearings out of yoyos.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-question-about-removing-bearings-out-of-yoyos/28101)
**Author:** [@phongphanthanh98](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/phongphanthanh98)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2011, 12:45am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-question-about-removing-bearings-out-of-yoyos/28101 "2011-07-22T00:45:15Z")
I don’t know that remove the bearings from inside (use the bearing removable tool) or remove them from out side (use plyers) will cause less damages to the bearing. And 1 more question is: Will Spec be rusted? --- ## [yomega dash bearing size?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-dash-bearing-size/28103)
**Author:** [@nicholi2789](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nicholi2789)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2011, 5:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-dash-bearing-size/28103 "2011-07-20T17:35:32Z")
So I have a omega dash and I really love it. It was one of the first metal Yoyos I bought. anyways, i want to get a new bearing for it and I’m not sure what size it uses. I think size A. Can you guys help me out? --- ## [Less responsive yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/less-responsive-yoyo/27909)
**Author:** [@Upbeat](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Upbeat)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2011, 8:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/less-responsive-yoyo/27909 "2011-07-20T08:01:09Z")
Hey guys, I’m a new yo-yoer and I was just wondering on how I could make my Duncan Metal Drifter less responsive. I haven’t touched any of the friction stickers or the bearings but I heard that some people put vaseline … --- ## [when do i know when i need new response pads ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-do-i-know-when-i-need-new-response-pads/28080)
**Author:** [@nahtan121899](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nahtan121899)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2011, 4:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-do-i-know-when-i-need-new-response-pads/28080 "2011-07-18T16:05:52Z")
My response pad in my dark magic 2 is wearing out. Do I need a new one. --- ## [Proto Protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/proto-protostar/28163)
**Author:** [@Superspylee](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Superspylee)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2011, 3:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/proto-protostar/28163 "2011-07-18T15:25:44Z")
Hey guys I recently tampered with my protostar and did some cosmetic modification on it.I would like your input.Thanks. --- ## [Do two YYJ thin shims equal a thick shim?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-two-yyj-thin-shims-equal-a-thick-shim/28167)
**Author:** [@WillDaBeast509](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WillDaBeast509)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2011, 1:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-two-yyj-thin-shims-equal-a-thick-shim/28167 "2011-07-18T01:18:37Z")
Because one of my thick (red) shims that I had in my Hitman broke (due to an unfortunate accident that needs not to be explained). I had a pair of thin (grey) ones lying around, and, setting them stacked up on a table ne… --- ## [MODIFICATIONS HERE](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/modifications-here/28098)
**Author:** [@mikes\_mods](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mikes_mods)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2011, 3:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/modifications-here/28098 "2011-07-17T03:05:01Z")
Hey I’m Mike and I have a modding business. I just wanted to get the word out. If you want your yoyo’s rims to be polished and look like raw metal, just give me a post back and we can talk things through. --- ## [Duct tape Friction Stickers!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duct-tape-friction-stickers/27856)
**Author:** [@czyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/czyoyo)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2011, 2:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duct-tape-friction-stickers/27856 "2011-07-15T02:36:29Z")
The name says it. I took about 6" of grey duct tape and layed it on an old 2-4 cut around an old Duncan friction sticker with a hobby knife. They are GREAT!!! :o 1 sticker=nonresponsive 2stickers= responsive. They are … --- ## [string length](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-length/28009)
**Author:** [@Upbeat](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Upbeat)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2011, 2:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-length/28009 "2011-07-15T02:13:48Z")
Started using Duncan 100% cotton strings and I heard that you were supposed to adjust the string your yoyo is from the floor to your belly button. I tried it but it feels so short that I don’t really feel comfortable ge… --- ## [How to dye a YoYoJam bi-metal?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-dye-a-yoyojam-bi-metal/28045)
**Author:** [@brandoide1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/brandoide1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2011, 12:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-dye-a-yoyojam-bi-metal/28045 "2011-07-14T12:00:01Z")
I’ve already seen this: I want to dye my Dark Magic (version I), but my question is, how would you handle the aluminum rims on the edge of it or any other yyj bi-metal? --- ## [dif-e-yo KonKave ceramic bearing cleaning...?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dif-e-yo-konkave-ceramic-bearing-cleaning/27836)
**Author:** [@nicholi2789](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nicholi2789)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2011, 6:47am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dif-e-yo-konkave-ceramic-bearing-cleaning/27836 "2011-07-14T06:47:56Z")
So a couple days ago I bought two dif-e-yo KK ceramic bearings for my DV888 and 888x yoyos and they are great. Super smooth. Anyways, in my experience bearings need to be cleaned once every month or few weeks, Usually I … --- ## [Bad Scratch on Dv888!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bad-scratch-on-dv888/27317)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2011, 1:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bad-scratch-on-dv888/27317 "2011-07-14T01:10:22Z")
::slight\_smile: Lost my camera so ill post a pick later… Is there any way to repair it or make it less noticable? --- ## [flowable silicone idea](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/flowable-silicone-idea/27947)
**Author:** [@yoyosforbreakfast](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyosforbreakfast)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2011, 8:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/flowable-silicone-idea/27947 "2011-07-13T20:40:40Z")
has anyone ever aded a little bit of food coloring to clear flowable silicone? :o if not you guys should try it and share your results ps i cant try because i dont have any flowable silicone ;D --- ## [Check this mod out(kyo Dns and dv888)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/check-this-mod-out-kyo-dns-and-dv888/27961)
**Author:** [@joeluisyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/joeluisyoyo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2011, 6:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/check-this-mod-out-kyo-dns-and-dv888/27961 "2011-07-12T18:43:37Z")
This is my kyo dns which was de-anoed and i satin it and then my dad got me some black and silver cans of car grade paint so i modded it out lol then some splash 10 hours later.If you have an beater or a yoyo that is in… --- ## [Help with silicone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-silicone/27963)
**Author:** [@dks1023](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dks1023)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2011, 10:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-silicone/27963 "2011-07-10T22:43:32Z")
I recently got flowable silicone and used it on my protostar. i did it just like in all the youtube videos, and when it dried it was perfectly flush with the groove. there is no silicone in the bearing, bearing seat, e… --- ## [C-Clip Removal](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c-clip-removal/27626)
**Author:** [@Starscreem88](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Starscreem88)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2011, 4:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c-clip-removal/27626 "2011-07-09T16:26:33Z")
Hi guys, just one question… What is the easiest way to remove the c-clip from the bearing? My fingers were red and sweaty when I used my sewing needle to remove the c-clip and it was so hard, so I need to know what’s t… --- ## [Responsive BvM?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-bvm/26935)
**Author:** [@ledbetter](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ledbetter)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2011, 4:58am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-bvm/26935 "2011-07-09T04:58:21Z")
Hi All, I was hoping I could impose upon the community for suggestions to my responsive BvM issue. I picked it up in a BST months ago and loved it right away. The only problem is after a few minutes of play it will oc… --- ## [Consequenses of running a bearing dry?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/consequenses-of-running-a-bearing-dry/27917)
**Author:** [@WillDaBeast509](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WillDaBeast509)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2011, 11:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/consequenses-of-running-a-bearing-dry/27917 "2011-07-08T11:10:55Z")
I’ve been running my KK bearing dry since I got it, and haven’t yet seen any negative effects. Is it okay to keep it like this? Or should I put some lube on it? What are the differences in performance, do lubed bearings … --- ## [New axle for my Avalanche](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-axle-for-my-avalanche/27902)
**Author:** [@IHAZYOYO](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/IHAZYOYO)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2011, 9:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-axle-for-my-avalanche/27902 "2011-07-07T09:17:47Z")
I heard YYF’s axles can fit CLYW’s products but which one(s)? maybe something a little longer then the one it came with because I feel it was not long enough but that’s just me. --- ## [My bearing has issues](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-bearing-has-issues/27855)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2011, 1:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-bearing-has-issues/27855 "2011-07-07T01:35:06Z")
I have 2 bearings…one that came with my g5 and another that came with a grind machine that I bought a year ago… The bearing that came with my g5 lasted only 2 days before something inside the bearing caused it to be ext… --- ## [better string?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/better-string/27798)
**Author:** [@dynikus](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dynikus)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2011, 8:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/better-string/27798 "2011-07-06T20:23:59Z")
I’m just wondering how people make better string than others? Is it in how it’s made, or the material, or what? Like what makes some string laster longer, or play better for slacks than others? I made my first string t… --- ## [My First silicone recess mod](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-first-silicone-recess-mod/27870)
**Author:** [@arcuda](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/arcuda)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2011, 11:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-first-silicone-recess-mod/27870 "2011-07-05T23:15:48Z")
I silicone recessed and added weight rings to my duncan mosquito! Plays good but not comparable to a yoyo above $20 :- UPDATE: I HAVE SPIRAL SATINED IT. :o It plays a little better with the satin. --- ## [should i do this mod?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-do-this-mod/27558)
**Author:** [@iheartyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/iheartyoyo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2011, 6:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-do-this-mod/27558 "2011-07-05T18:52:17Z")
I have a duncan metal drifter , i know a great mod to make it more unresponsive. First , peel off one one of the black stickers inside the yo-yo,(preferably the side without the axle) Next , put a small dab of lube on … --- ## [Flowable Silicone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/flowable-silicone/27762)
**Author:** [@swagyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/swagyoyo)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2011, 4:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/flowable-silicone/27762 "2011-07-05T16:25:16Z")
I been tired of having to replace my o-rings every other week and i was wondering if flowable silicone would be good/compatible with my YYJ PHENOMizm and YYF Starlite --- ## [Is it possible to satin a yoyo without a drill?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-satin-a-yoyo-without-a-drill/27552)
**Author:** [@Hiphopyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hiphopyoer)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2011, 11:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-satin-a-yoyo-without-a-drill/27552 "2011-07-04T23:44:57Z")
I was wondering because I don’t want to go through all the hassle of getting my drill and getting sandpaper because I’m not allowed to use power tools without my dad around (he works the night shift and goes home in the … --- ## [HELP! New Bearing!?!?!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-new-bearing/27668)
**Author:** [@avengedseven77](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/avengedseven77)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2011, 12:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-new-bearing/27668 "2011-07-03T12:38:15Z")
i have a dv888 splash editition and i want to purchase a new bearing, i need help on deciding which one to get. i was thinking about the dif-e konkave bearing or the crucial grooved bearing if you guys can help me on whi… --- ## [How far would you go?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-far-would-you-go/27787)
**Author:** [@ProfRoderickLikeman](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ProfRoderickLikeman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2011, 11:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-far-would-you-go/27787 "2011-07-01T23:12:21Z")
How far is a yo-yoer willing to go to get that yo-yo? You know the one, limited production and only half were the bearing size you like. Would you save up for it? Would you trade some precious belongings for it? Would yo… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=162) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=164)