# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=182 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 183 --- ## [Pad question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pad-question/22169)
**Author:** [@hubstack](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hubstack)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2010, 10:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pad-question/22169 "2010-12-26T22:48:18Z")
What pads fit the rec-1 overhaul by dif. --- ## [Northstar Question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/northstar-question/22195)
**Author:** [@thatoldmat](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/thatoldmat)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2010, 10:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/northstar-question/22195 "2010-12-26T22:47:26Z")
Hi everyone, I received a Northstar a couple days ago and was just wondering about the arrows printed on the yoyo. I know they are to prevent overtightening, but the yoyo comes stock with the arrows perfectly aligned. … --- ## [Old Coca Cola](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/old-coca-cola/22044)
**Author:** [@YoYoAUS](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoAUS)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2010, 10:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/old-coca-cola/22044 "2010-12-26T22:06:57Z")
As the subject suggests i have and old coca cola yoyo which was broken so i drilled out the old axle and and picked out all the wood. Then i used a spare FHZ axle and spacers to make it accept an A size bearing. It now p… --- ## [Question about Hspin Gorylla 411](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/question-about-hspin-gorylla-411/21988)
**Author:** [@Keb](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Keb)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2010, 3:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/question-about-hspin-gorylla-411/21988 "2010-12-26T15:09:58Z")
Hey everybody, I was just wondering if the Hspin Gorylla 411 has a deep enough recess for flowable silicone, and if it is a full metal. I saw it was on sale, and I was thinking about buying it. Thanks, Keb --- ## [Rust question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rust-question/22164)
**Author:** [@issuzark](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/issuzark)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2010, 6:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rust-question/22164 "2010-12-26T06:01:08Z")
Does the Generalto AIGR bearing rust? The bearing that came with my Hatrick rusted. :cry: --- ## [problem with my flying squirrel ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/problem-with-my-flying-squirrel/22138)
**Author:** [@smacicyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/smacicyoyo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2010, 11:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/problem-with-my-flying-squirrel/22138 "2010-12-24T23:58:46Z")
I have a Duncan Flying squirrel and the string keeps slipping in the little space in between the spacer and the bearing. Any ideas on what i can do to stop this from happening? --- ## [Mighty Flea hubstacks?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mighty-flea-hubstacks/22121)
**Author:** [@OpTiC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/OpTiC)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2010, 8:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mighty-flea-hubstacks/22121 "2010-12-23T20:54:47Z")
can you install hubstacks on a mighty flea instead of getting a big deal? cause all big deals are out of stock like everywhere. --- ## [Speed dial problem](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/speed-dial-problem/22010)
**Author:** [@Remix](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Remix)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2010, 8:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/speed-dial-problem/22010 "2010-12-23T20:12:29Z")
When i adjust my speed dial to be responsive I can’t do anymore tricks beacuse the k-pads(starbursts, I don’t know what it is) are to close I don’t have anymore space to do a trick,If I make it less responsive it won’t c… --- ## [Scratch/Ding Fix?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/scratch-ding-fix/22066)
**Author:** [@ccn411](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ccn411)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2010, 2:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/scratch-ding-fix/22066 "2010-12-22T14:11:12Z")
Hi guys, I tried playing with my friend’s yo-yo today and you know when the bind is so loose that the string magically gets longer and has the yo-yo hit the concrete? Well that happened and the yo-yo now has a Scratch/d… --- ## [response on the yo yo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-on-the-yo-yo/22072)
**Author:** [@kingroxas206](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kingroxas206)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2010, 5:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-on-the-yo-yo/22072 "2010-12-22T05:43:15Z")
hi ppl i want to make my yyj hitman unresponsive… i put thick shims and still responsive so should i silicone is or shave the o-ring pls help!! --- ## [Siliconing FH 2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/siliconing-fh-2/21840)
**Author:** [@biggrob10](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/biggrob10)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2010, 9:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/siliconing-fh-2/21840 "2010-12-21T21:37:00Z")
I just got back into throwing Yo like 4-5 months ago. I’m stuck right now in a Jaw Dropping Amazement :o, lol. The Tricks are so much more Smoother and Faster. And The Yoyos, What more need I say about the Yo-Yos of Toda… --- ## [How to clean your rusty ball bearings.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-your-rusty-ball-bearings/16423)
**Author:** [@psin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/psin)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2010, 2:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-your-rusty-ball-bearings/16423 "2010-12-21T02:14:17Z")
This is a tutorial will show you how to quickly, safely, and economically remove the rust from your bearings. Please note, this tutorial is regarding steel ball bearings only. White vinegar is a human safe acid, but wil… --- ## [Duncan Mosquito+ OneDrop Novus Box Mod](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-mosquito-onedrop-novus-box-mod/22023)
**Author:** [@circusmonkey888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/circusmonkey888)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 11:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-mosquito-onedrop-novus-box-mod/22023 "2010-12-20T23:00:00Z")
This is just a really simple mod for a Mosquito than involves using the extra o-rings that come with the Novus Box as weight rings. I recomend doing this mod if you already have a Novus Box because that’s like 3 times as… --- ## [Too Responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/too-responsive/21927)
**Author:** [@Orisu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Orisu)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 9:39am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/too-responsive/21927 "2010-12-20T09:39:16Z")
Well, my yoyo , KickSide, is a little too responsive. I try to throw a sleeper but it just like goes back up. Can Someone help me Post a Video or Picture or text to help me --- ## [Mods](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mods/21128)
**Author:** [@WhiteBuddahBoi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WhiteBuddahBoi)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 12:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mods/21128 "2010-12-20T00:29:06Z")
Are there any really cool mods i could do to any of the following? YYF Protoge, YYJ Mini Motu, YYJ Hitman, Alchemy CUlater, Alchemy Nimbus. They dont have to be cool, it is just preferred. kthxbai. --- ## [YoYo Cases](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-cases/21379)
**Author:** [@MichaelYoYo93](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MichaelYoYo93)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2010, 7:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-cases/21379 "2010-12-19T19:30:16Z")
hey guys, i’m looking for a sturdy yoyo bag, in the style of laptop case bag, you know like the Yomega discontinued one, in an affordable price range. the new WERDD is a bit pricy, and i also live in the UK … --- ## [My Throw Monkey...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-throw-monkey/21907)
**Author:** [@TomYo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TomYo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2010, 7:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-throw-monkey/21907 "2010-12-19T19:10:45Z")
So, i ordered the 2010 Throw Monkey…it started snapping strings after a few days of throwing it. Trust me…i am putting the string on right and everything…been yoyoing for awhile now! So, i tried sanding down the sharp ed… --- ## [Revolution Responsive? Dark Magic 2?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/revolution-responsive-dark-magic-2/21494)
**Author:** [@Jesse\_Star](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jesse_Star)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2010, 2:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/revolution-responsive-dark-magic-2/21494 "2010-12-19T14:00:47Z")
I tried using search but it is malfunction I just got my revolution and dark magic 2 in the mail. I have lubed both with 2 or 3 drops of YYJ thin lube. The revolution is fairly responsive, and the DM2 is extremely res… --- ## [I made my own string! (Question added: how do I make it "bouncier"?) ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-made-my-own-string-question-added-how-do-i-make-it-bouncier/21915)
**Author:** [@Hadoe](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hadoe)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2010, 8:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-made-my-own-string-question-added-how-do-i-make-it-bouncier/21915 "2010-12-19T08:15:06Z")
Not trying to sell anything I’m just super exited because I made my own string for the first time today! http://oi54.tinypic.com/dw2cnq.jpg From left to right the strings are: Mine (Brown Type 10), Green YYN Highlig… --- ## [dv888 vibe?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-vibe/21943)
**Author:** [@SocksWthSandals](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SocksWthSandals)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2010, 5:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-vibe/21943 "2010-12-19T05:02:31Z")
so i just got my dv888 a week ago. sweet throw. only there is some slight vibe with it every time i throw it. the vibe disappear halfway through the trick though. this doesn’t happen with any other of my throws. i s… --- ## [Speed dial siliconed](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/speed-dial-siliconed/21948)
**Author:** [@Remix](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Remix)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2010, 1:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/speed-dial-siliconed/21948 "2010-12-19T01:08:21Z")
Hi I’m new hear so please don’t make fun of me. I have a speed dial,and we all know it’s adjustable.I want to silicone it and I know all the steps but my yoyo its adjustable i just wanna know when i take that plastic out… --- ## [Quick question on response types](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/quick-question-on-response-types/21935)
**Author:** [@yoyomaverickgt](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyomaverickgt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2010, 5:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/quick-question-on-response-types/21935 "2010-12-18T05:01:57Z")
What response could I use for my darkmagic 2 besides yoyojam silicone(they are out of stock) What are the “pro” response types (by yoyofactory) Thanks --- ## [Another Delrin ... this one got away from me](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/another-delrin-this-one-got-away-from-me/21916)
**Author:** [@jrodriguez](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jrodriguez)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2010, 6:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/another-delrin-this-one-got-away-from-me/21916 "2010-12-17T18:46:33Z")
The awesome One Drop guys set me up with some new axle nuts they designed to try out in my delrin yoyos. The nut is a very cool design that was intended to serve as both an axle nut and a bearing seat (the new is on the … --- ## [lol, something I might try. ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lol-something-i-might-try/21862)
**Author:** [@DG1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DG1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2010, 4:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lol-something-i-might-try/21862 "2010-12-17T04:18:00Z")
I was thinking… and, I’m sure most of you know what loctite is, right? Well, I’m wondering - With some prep, I wonder how well of a response it would make xD I might try this, seeing as I’ve got nothing better to do e… --- ## [my messiah vibrates!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-messiah-vibrates/21892)
**Author:** [@Jo.Mo.YoYo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jo.Mo.YoYo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2010, 4:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-messiah-vibrates/21892 "2010-12-17T04:12:44Z")
I love everything about this yoyo except one thing. It vibrates! I’ve tried taking it apart and tightening the axle but it doesn’t help. Any advice? --- ## [the G-MOD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-g-mod/21905)
**Author:** [@freakyfatal1ty](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/freakyfatal1ty)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2010, 3:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-g-mod/21905 "2010-12-17T03:53:02Z")
I just got another freehand zero and was playing around with different simple mods found one that works just as good as recessing it I call it the G-MOD first thing is take off all stickers and put one duncan silicone st… --- ## [fh zero yoyo mod help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fh-zero-yoyo-mod-help/21618)
**Author:** [@matrixyoyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/matrixyoyoer)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2010, 2:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fh-zero-yoyo-mod-help/21618 "2010-12-17T02:49:55Z")
i need help with my fh zero yoyo i took off one friction sticker i need more unresponsiveness --- ## [Have a little crack in my north star](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/have-a-little-crack-in-my-north-star/21885)
**Author:** [@jasperjeng](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jasperjeng)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2010, 1:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/have-a-little-crack-in-my-north-star/21885 "2010-12-17T01:09:38Z")
It’s a bit noticable, but will it affect my game play? It’s suuuuuuper thin, but it’s like 1/4 of an inch long. sorry don’t have a camera to post screens --- ## [How can you touch up your scratched/dinged yoyos?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-can-you-touch-up-your-scratched-dinged-yoyos/21656)
**Author:** [@JetEyeNight](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JetEyeNight)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2010, 11:45am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-can-you-touch-up-your-scratched-dinged-yoyos/21656 "2010-12-15T11:45:21Z")
Hey all, since getting married and wearing a wedding ring, I’ve started scratching up and dinging my yoyos. I used to take it off but I lost it out of my pocket, so I don’t do that anymore. Yoyos don’t mean as much to … --- ## [Painting Metals](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painting-metals/21835)
**Author:** [@DG1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DG1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2010, 3:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painting-metals/21835 "2010-12-15T03:21:16Z")
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