# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=164 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 165 --- ## [2 modding questions?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2-modding-questions/27748)
**Author:** [@dynikus](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dynikus)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2011, 1:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2-modding-questions/27748 "2011-07-01T13:23:08Z")
first: how can you make a journey unresponsive? cleaned the bearing, tried both a dry and a lubed one. Also siliconed, so it’s not the orings would shims work? Second: Can you sili recess a FH2? http://1.bp.blogspot.… --- ## [How to Make your Plastic Yoyos Shine ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-your-plastic-yoyos-shine/27733)
**Author:** [@PlasticWhip](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PlasticWhip)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2011, 5:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-your-plastic-yoyos-shine/27733 "2011-07-01T05:17:37Z")
You know how your plastic yoyos can get kind of dull and not shiny like they used to be? Here is how to make them shiney again! The Idea Polishing the outer layer of the yoyo with sandpaper and felt. Why Does It Work? … --- ## [My DV888 yoyo is not making any sound and spins for 5 seconds. How can I fix it?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-dv888-yoyo-is-not-making-any-sound-and-spins-for-5-seconds-how-can-i-fix-it/27729)
**Author:** [@Rizzle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Rizzle)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2011, 4:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-dv888-yoyo-is-not-making-any-sound-and-spins-for-5-seconds-how-can-i-fix-it/27729 "2011-06-30T16:56:37Z")
??? --- ## [Clean a bearing with zippo fluid?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clean-a-bearing-with-zippo-fluid/27530)
**Author:** [@Mr\_YoYo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mr_YoYo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2011, 1:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clean-a-bearing-with-zippo-fluid/27530 "2011-06-30T01:31:33Z")
It’s pretty much like using mineral spirits, but I just don’t know if it’s enough like mineral spirits to be safe on a bearing. Anyone know? --- ## [Painting a Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painting-a-yoyo/27500)
**Author:** [@Kipp556](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Kipp556)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2011, 3:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painting-a-yoyo/27500 "2011-06-29T15:00:02Z")
How can you make a splash on a yoyo that you can see on the outside while it isn’t clear? I have a throw monkey that is dark red and would not be able to see through on the outside. Also how do you attach a yoyo to the d… --- ## [Bearing Restorations ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-restorations/27531)
**Author:** [@Buddy\_Jim](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Buddy_Jim)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2011, 2:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-restorations/27531 "2011-06-29T14:03:43Z")
I was going to just put this as a side note on my BST, but then people wont be able to see is so here’s what I can do So I was on Yoyon… another forum Grin and I came across this post asking about a Shield’s bearing mod… --- ## [Is it ok to clean cotton, slick 6, and 100% poly altogether? ( colored string )](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-ok-to-clean-cotton-slick-6-and-100-poly-altogether-colored-string/27715)
**Author:** [@Hiphopyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hiphopyoer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2011, 1:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-ok-to-clean-cotton-slick-6-and-100-poly-altogether-colored-string/27715 "2011-06-29T13:42:15Z")
I don’t know if it will affect their color or performance if I wash them all together. --- ## [does anybody know if you can put flowable silicone in these yoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-anybody-know-if-you-can-put-flowable-silicone-in-these-yoyos/27699)
**Author:** [@matrixyoyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/matrixyoyoer)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2011, 1:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-anybody-know-if-you-can-put-flowable-silicone-in-these-yoyos/27699 "2011-06-29T13:35:43Z")
can you put flowable silicone in a /mutant dna / hitman pro / or grind machine :-\\ ??? :wink: --- ## [Satin Grit?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/satin-grit/27687)
**Author:** [@skeletonboy333](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/skeletonboy333)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2011, 2:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/satin-grit/27687 "2011-06-29T02:11:00Z")
Hey guys, I was wondering now, if I were to satin a yoyo, to I need to work the grit up so say I satin it at 250 then 500 then 750 then 1000 or something. Do I need to do that? Or if I don’t, which grit would be best? --- ## [whats a good mod for the yomega dash or maverick?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whats-a-good-mod-for-the-yomega-dash-or-maverick/17858)
**Author:** [@fatjoe298](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fatjoe298)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2011, 3:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whats-a-good-mod-for-the-yomega-dash-or-maverick/17858 "2011-06-28T15:25:03Z")
tired of havin it stock --- ## [hey guys help please RÝCESTACKS!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hey-guys-help-please-rycestacks/27679)
**Author:** [@yoyojammerfactory](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyojammerfactory)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2011, 12:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hey-guys-help-please-rycestacks/27679 "2011-06-28T12:28:07Z")
I HAVE BOUGHT RÝCE STACKS WITH MY 888X YOYO I NEED HELP HOW TO TAKE OF HUBSTACKS OF 888X AND HOW CAN I PUT THE RICE STACKS WITCH ONE IS BETTER? \<---- (oh no :smiley: capslock on lol) i need help guys :slight\_smile: --- ## [Help with YYR Messiah](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-yyr-messiah/27643)
**Author:** [@samyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/samyoyos)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2011, 8:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-yyr-messiah/27643 "2011-06-27T20:57:03Z")
Hey everyone, I have had my Messiah for around 6 months now and both pads came out today. Does anyone know what size pads the Messiah take or where I could get some because YYE is sold out of them. --- ## [Drop in FH wide gap bearings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/drop-in-fh-wide-gap-bearings/27580)
**Author:** [@fjh123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fjh123)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2011, 10:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/drop-in-fh-wide-gap-bearings/27580 "2011-06-26T22:58:23Z")
Opens the gap to 4.8mm. in a Freehand 0 with stock spacers. Wing Cut and treated. Poor photo. sorry --- ## [Dark Magic I bearing problem](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-i-bearing-problem/27588)
**Author:** [@dcorleone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dcorleone)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2011, 8:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-i-bearing-problem/27588 "2011-06-26T20:24:40Z")
Greetings, i have a problem about my new yo-yo darkmagic. When i separate two sides of yoyo i see that my bearing and screw are at the same side of yoyo moreover i cant set apart bearing from the yoyo. Is there any solut… --- ## [help!!! please :D 888x stratches](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-please-d-888x-stratches/27612)
**Author:** [@yoyojammerfactory](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyojammerfactory)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2011, 6:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-please-d-888x-stratches/27612 "2011-06-26T18:19:22Z")
hey guys i got an 888x and i hit it on my friend’s watch :smiley: lol it really bad stratch :frowning: (that is the sadding part) i bought a car strech repair pen it isnt any effect what should i do? (SORRY FOR BA… --- ## [What would you recommend as pads for my Pacquiao](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-would-you-recommend-as-pads-for-my-pacquiao/27466)
**Author:** [@rockem](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rockem)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2011, 7:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-would-you-recommend-as-pads-for-my-pacquiao/27466 "2011-06-25T19:32:21Z")
right now I got some gen pads, but it’s way grabby can you recommend me for pads that go well with Werrd pacquiao thanx! --- ## [aquarius question?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aquarius-question/27398)
**Author:** [@dynikus](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dynikus)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2011, 12:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aquarius-question/27398 "2011-06-25T12:28:30Z")
not really sure how to phrase this, but is it possible to keep the gap size on the aquarius the same? like can you lock it into one position, so the gap size doesn’t change? --- ## [My Sliding Tethered Die v.2.0 (Bearingized) \*updated\*](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-sliding-tethered-die-v-2-0-bearingized-updated/27263)
**Author:** [@d42kn355](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/d42kn355)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2011, 8:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-sliding-tethered-die-v-2-0-bearingized-updated/27263 "2011-06-25T08:30:38Z")
Now onto Ver. 1.5 … --- ## [I need major help fast! ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-need-major-help-fast/27514)
**Author:** [@xGenesisprox](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/xGenesisprox)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 1:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-need-major-help-fast/27514 "2011-06-24T13:26:48Z")
hello all the only reason i made an account is because i just ordered a yoyo factory genesis today and for some reason it is responsive like if i try to do brent stole it shoots back to my hand and hurts my knuckls it ev… --- ## [Double looping strings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/double-looping-strings/27509)
**Author:** [@kcwagenseller](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kcwagenseller)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 11:36pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/double-looping-strings/27509 "2011-06-23T23:36:50Z")
If anyone has the problem of going through strings really fast, like one or two a day from heavy use, then try double looping the string at the bottom of the yo-yo. It’s a trick I learned 11 years ago that is greatly pre… --- ## [Can Dark Magic 2 take flowable silicone?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-dark-magic-2-take-flowable-silicone/26993)
**Author:** [@Surge57](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Surge57)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 10:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-dark-magic-2-take-flowable-silicone/26993 "2011-06-23T22:12:32Z")
I am not sure if I should buy flowable silicone or not because I don’t know if it will work on my yoyo. --- ## [Responsive SB Bassalope???](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-sb-bassalope/27537)
**Author:** [@airpenguin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/airpenguin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 9:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-sb-bassalope/27537 "2011-06-23T21:11:42Z")
Yesterday quite randomly, both ipadz in my small bearing bassalope just fell out, so i siliconed the bad recess. With this silicone, it’s super responive. HELP! --- ## [what can I use for a subtitute for lube?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-can-i-use-for-a-subtitute-for-lube/27017)
**Author:** [@Hiphopyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hiphopyoer)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 3:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-can-i-use-for-a-subtitute-for-lube/27017 "2011-06-23T03:29:56Z")
I can’t buy anything online unless my bro from the navy is here, so I can’t buy lube. --- ## [What mods can I attempt on my old duncan freehand 2?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-mods-can-i-attempt-on-my-old-duncan-freehand-2/27427)
**Author:** [@Hiphopyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hiphopyoer)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2011, 5:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-mods-can-i-attempt-on-my-old-duncan-freehand-2/27427 "2011-06-22T17:13:46Z")
I don’t like this yoyo and it wasn’t very good for me, I put in two bearings with copper spacers, which I think it was called “bulking” which was suppose to extend the gap, but just centered the string which is good I gu… --- ## [Stock bearings?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stock-bearings/27445)
**Author:** [@Shkd70](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Shkd70)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2011, 5:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stock-bearings/27445 "2011-06-22T17:04:36Z")
Any way to tell how a bearing is gonna be shipped? Are cbc’s dry? Do 10 balls come lubed? What bearing arrived in my spyy pro or techno 2? Is there a list anywhere for this? I’m not trying to debate how they should be us… --- ## [Hubstack Help!!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstack-help/27455)
**Author:** [@Gerard897](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Gerard897)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2011, 3:29pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstack-help/27455 "2011-06-22T15:29:23Z")
I opened my grind machine to look whats inside and took the axle off. I took off the hubstack (meaning one) and I accidentally took off the o ring. And the bearing is stuck into the hubstack itself. And it is impossible … --- ## [How long does it take to break in a bearing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-long-does-it-take-to-break-in-a-bearing/27481)
**Author:** [@Hiphopyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hiphopyoer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2011, 2:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-long-does-it-take-to-break-in-a-bearing/27481 "2011-06-22T14:06:43Z")
I was wondering because I was going to get the kickside and people said it’s unresponsive after breaking in. --- ## [Spec Bearing doesnt spin correctly](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spec-bearing-doesnt-spin-correctly/27472)
**Author:** [@ItzChris](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ItzChris)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2011, 12:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spec-bearing-doesnt-spin-correctly/27472 "2011-06-22T00:41:37Z")
So, I was playing with my Duncan Raptor this morning and I heard the bearing making weird noises. Like every 5 or so seconds I would hear a weird squeaky noise when it was spinning. So I flicked the bearing lightly and i… --- ## [Plsss Help Fiesta AXLE snapped ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/plsss-help-fiesta-axle-snapped/27450)
**Author:** [@Brandon\_Vu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Brandon_Vu)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2011, 12:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/plsss-help-fiesta-axle-snapped/27450 "2011-06-22T00:30:10Z")
Okay I have dropped my Fiesta countless times i thought it was Indestructible However while i was playing the axle snaped and is now stuck in the 2 sides. The axles are too short to maintain a grip of its only 1 or 2 mm… --- ## [why can't my yoyo return? (beefcake mod)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/why-cant-my-yoyo-return-beefcake-mod/27446)
**Author:** [@Hiphopyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hiphopyoer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2011, 3:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/why-cant-my-yoyo-return-beefcake-mod/27446 "2011-06-21T15:30:08Z")
I beefcaked my duncan freehand 2 and it won’t bind. I’m using homemade friction stickers out of electrical tape, but when I reverse the mod, it works again. Do I have to put real friction stickers or leave the yoyo how i… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=163) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=165)