# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance

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## [string cutting](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-cutting/25756)

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**Author:** [@Rika-chan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Rika-chan)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 22, 2011, 8:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-cutting/25756 "2011-04-22T20:30:17Z")

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when a yoyo cuts strings, is there a way to fix it? the yoyo will not be replaced…

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## [Is bones skate bearing speed cream safe to use on yoyo bearings?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-bones-skate-bearing-speed-cream-safe-to-use-on-yoyo-bearings/25763)

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**Author:** [@Hiphopyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hiphopyoer)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 22, 2011, 4:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-bones-skate-bearing-speed-cream-safe-to-use-on-yoyo-bearings/25763 "2011-04-22T04:28:31Z")

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I was going to use it on one of my yoyos to make it faster, but I’m too scared to use it. It’s worked well with my skate bearings so I was thinking it might work on yoyos too. Will they work?

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## [What to do with Yuuksta?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-to-do-with-yuuksta/25144)

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**Author:** [@yoyonut](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyonut)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 22, 2011, 1:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-to-do-with-yuuksta/25144 "2011-04-22T01:38:14Z")

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The K-Pads (CBC) keep enlarging! I had to buy a new set of k pads. What is the best solution? Should i Silicone it? If so, would yoyojam silicone work on a yoyofactory yoyo?

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## [How to transform a dark magic to a unresponsive yo-yo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-transform-a-dark-magic-to-a-unresponsive-yo-yo/25725)

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**Author:** [@Arif](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Arif)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 10:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-transform-a-dark-magic-to-a-unresponsive-yo-yo/25725 "2011-04-21T22:32:57Z")

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Please help?

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## [How to remove a Velocity axle?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-remove-a-velocity-axle/25741)

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**Author:** [@catorameus](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/catorameus)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 4:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-remove-a-velocity-axle/25741 "2011-04-21T04:12:33Z")

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Can’t figure it out at all.

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## [Having trouble deshielding my bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/having-trouble-deshielding-my-bearing/25517)

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**Author:** [@CiderDad](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/CiderDad)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 1:58am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/having-trouble-deshielding-my-bearing/25517 "2011-04-21T01:58:40Z")

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Hey guys, I’m not quite sure why, i’ve watched all the videos on how to do it, but the C rings just wont come up. I’m jamming a needle in the little gap that they tell you to, but what either happens in the C ring just …

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## [m1's](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/m1s/25567)

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**Author:** [@Demon8828](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Demon8828)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2011, 4:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/m1s/25567 "2011-04-20T16:16:13Z")

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ive heard there r 2 kinds of m1’s i just need to know wht kind of response pads the 2 kinds need like size and stuff?

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## [\*OFFICIAL: AngelDust Thread\* UPDATE: April 19, 2011](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/official-angeldust-thread-update-april-19-2011/22544)

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**Author:** [@CaliBuddha](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/CaliBuddha)\
**Replies:** 36\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2011, 4:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/official-angeldust-thread-update-april-19-2011/22544 "2011-04-20T04:35:14Z")

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April 19- Forgot to update this: Some CLYW: Some Stardusts: Just 'dusted the inner hub and response on these and brush the rims up a bit:

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## [Clyw problem](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clyw-problem/25719)

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**Author:** [@remy11](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/remy11)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2011, 3:03am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clyw-problem/25719 "2011-04-20T03:03:15Z")

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What kind of bearing should I get for my bear vs man, and can someone leave a video response for siliconing

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## [Different types of silicone: Does it matter?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/different-types-of-silicone-does-it-matter/25707)

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**Author:** [@hakysak](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hakysak)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2011, 2:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/different-types-of-silicone-does-it-matter/25707 "2011-04-20T02:30:39Z")

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I have been working at NAPA for almost six years, and I know that different types of silicone work differently when using it in automotive applications, but I do not know if different types of silicone make any differenc…

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## [bearing removal tool](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-removal-tool/25689)

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**Author:** [@jowel](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jowel)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 19, 2011, 4:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-removal-tool/25689 "2011-04-19T16:23:59Z")

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hope this help…

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## [Did Some Maintenance On My RecRev Sharp](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/did-some-maintenance-on-my-recrev-sharp/25671)

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**Author:** [@yoskillsBEATmyskills](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoskillsBEATmyskills)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2011, 10:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/did-some-maintenance-on-my-recrev-sharp/25671 "2011-04-18T22:53:58Z")

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Didn’t really know where to put this, it’s not a review but kind of is; And I modified it, if you count flowable silicone a mod. Haha! Pictures were taken with my phone so take it easy on me. I got my Sharp about 10 d…

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## [how to fix wobble in sfx?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-fix-wobble-in-sfx/25629)

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**Author:** [@edgar24](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/edgar24)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2011, 1:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-fix-wobble-in-sfx/25629 "2011-04-18T13:44:13Z")

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help me…thank you.:slight\_smile:

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## [FH2 rims w/Capsule hubs ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fh2-rims-w-capsule-hubs/25621)

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**Author:** [@tyler3490](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/tyler3490)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2011, 1:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fh2-rims-w-capsule-hubs/25621 "2011-04-16T01:04:17Z")

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I did the actual mod awhile ago but just glued it together today, a bit vibey but i really dont mind since i was just messing around. I was going to satin the capsule but got bored with it so I cut the hubs off. http://…

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## [Yoyo string making.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string-making/25588)

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**Author:** [@TheDevilsYoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheDevilsYoyo)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2011, 4:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string-making/25588 "2011-04-15T04:00:49Z")

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So I’m new to the forums and to the art of making yoyo string. Ive made a couple of strings that all work, just not exactly right. I made the strings out of 100% polyester thread, but I just got a hold of some 100% cotto…

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## [DING! How can you fix this?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ding-how-can-you-fix-this/25026)

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**Author:** [@IliekCLYW](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/IliekCLYW)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2011, 3:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ding-how-can-you-fix-this/25026 "2011-04-15T03:29:28Z")

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So, I just dinged my Avalanche while doing a Eli Hops. It just barely scratched the paint. Took off the top coating. Is there any way I can fix this? :‘( Also, I feel terrible for scratching such a majestic yoyo. :’(

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## [Aquarius Parts? ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aquarius-parts/25482)

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**Author:** [@bonesraphs](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bonesraphs)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2011, 11:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aquarius-parts/25482 "2011-04-14T23:18:56Z")

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I was given an aquarius and I think it is missing some parts. Is it just the two sides and a bearing or are there spacers? THanks

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## [KK, CENTRAL TRAC, FLAT BEARING CLOSEUP PICS](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/kk-central-trac-flat-bearing-closeup-pics/23547)

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**Author:** [@Reddsigma](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Reddsigma)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2011, 5:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/kk-central-trac-flat-bearing-closeup-pics/23547 "2011-04-14T05:18:10Z")

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Hello, Being a new member to this forum and just recently contributing here, I’ve read different opinions about which bearings are the best and the answer will probably be debated forever and ever, just like which cars…

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## [Tres Leches vibrates a bit too much](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tres-leches-vibrates-a-bit-too-much/25401)

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**Author:** [@blue\_lagoon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/blue_lagoon)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2011, 6:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tres-leches-vibrates-a-bit-too-much/25401 "2011-04-13T18:24:40Z")

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I got a Tres Leches, and I just can’t quite figure out how to fix the vibration. Do I need to take the axle/spacers out or something? Or is it a tape issue? This is a permanent vibration that makes it hard to grind and s…

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## [Question about PGM axle type](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/question-about-pgm-axle-type/25512)

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**Author:** [@Doeboyonastring](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Doeboyonastring)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2011, 5:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/question-about-pgm-axle-type/25512 "2011-04-12T05:06:21Z")

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I was wondering what axle type a PGM has inside it. Is it a hex bolt type or a set screw type? I plan on trying to tune my PGM, but I am not sure what type of axle it has.

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## [hubstack a DV888? ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstack-a-dv888/25255)

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**Author:** [@yyf\_lover](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yyf_lover)\
**Replies:** 37\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2011, 6:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstack-a-dv888/25255 "2011-04-11T18:48:57Z")

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Is there a way to hubstack a DV888? I already have the hubstacks,bearings,and o-rings but I don’t know how to.

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## [My Yuuksta IS a MURDERER!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-yuuksta-is-a-murderer/25391)

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**Author:** [@Camjameron](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Camjameron)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2011, 11:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-yuuksta-is-a-murderer/25391 "2011-04-11T11:25:41Z")

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so im like dad doo bee bop playin with my yuuksta then next thing i hear is a change in pitch of the bearing i try to bind before i can it responds on the slightest tug bearing 1/3-down fast forward a week i lost it a w…

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## [Is there a difference between speed bearings and standard yoyojam bearings?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-there-a-difference-between-speed-bearings-and-standard-yoyojam-bearings/25347)

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**Author:** [@nobody](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nobody)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2011, 11:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-there-a-difference-between-speed-bearings-and-standard-yoyojam-bearings/25347 "2011-04-11T11:21:02Z")

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Title says it all

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## [can I put flowable silicone in northstar?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-put-flowable-silicone-in-northstar/25465)

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**Author:** [@edgar24](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/edgar24)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2011, 4:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-put-flowable-silicone-in-northstar/25465 "2011-04-10T16:22:53Z")

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help me…tnx

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## [Response System Questions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-system-questions/25416)

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**Author:** [@mlewis38](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mlewis38)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2011, 5:47am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-system-questions/25416 "2011-04-10T05:47:49Z")

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Hey I just have a few silly questions. I have a used 888x coming in the mail and i was looking at pads on the yyf shop whats the difference between the CBC Pro yellow/red pads and CBC white pads? what makes them “pro”. A…

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## [How to improve the DM2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-improve-the-dm2/24824)

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**Author:** [@mingfu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mingfu)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2011, 5:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-improve-the-dm2/24824 "2011-04-10T05:38:16Z")

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What is a good bearing to use to improve or upgrade the dark magic 2?? Or is the Speed bearing good enough??

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## [How to remove a completely stripped DM2 Axle?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-remove-a-completely-stripped-dm2-axle/25426)

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**Author:** [@Mastersage](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mastersage)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2011, 5:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-remove-a-completely-stripped-dm2-axle/25426 "2011-04-10T05:14:59Z")

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Currently my axle on my DM2 is stripped and doesn’t tighten to the other side, so I am in need of replacing the axle. However, I’ve tried locking pliers, and with no avail. I also heard to try the allen wrench to remove …

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## [Unresponsive play problems! ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/unresponsive-play-problems/25145)

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**Author:** [@ViscosityHD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ViscosityHD)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2011, 5:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/unresponsive-play-problems/25145 "2011-04-10T05:04:28Z")

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So lately I have been throwing my legacy a lot because it WAS my only completely unresponsive Yoyo next to my grind machine that I don’t tend to use so much because it never spins long enough, but back to the point my Le…

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## [Center track bearing locked up](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/center-track-bearing-locked-up/25334)

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**Author:** [@nobody](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nobody)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2011, 2:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/center-track-bearing-locked-up/25334 "2011-04-08T14:19:00Z")

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My new center track bearing locked up after one day of play, one day! how can I fix this should I contact yoyo factory ???:frowning:

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## [Pocket change](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pocket-change/24903)

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**Author:** [@EvanYOYO](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/EvanYOYO)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2011, 11:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pocket-change/24903 "2011-04-07T23:23:32Z")

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I need some help. Ive had my pocket change for almost 2 weeks now but its still uber responsive. If anyone can help please tell me.

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