# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=225 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 226 --- ## [hitman mods?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hitman-mods/5904)
**Author:** [@lynfury335](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/lynfury335)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2009, 3:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hitman-mods/5904 "2009-08-27T15:09:18Z")
are there any hitman mods to do? besides sanding, satining, painting, steel wool, or destroying it? how would you polish the rims on it? weight rings? how? --- ## [New Breed Dye](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-breed-dye/5877)
**Author:** [@Adam](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Adam)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2009, 10:29pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-breed-dye/5877 "2009-08-26T22:29:12Z")
I’m gonna dye my New Breed blue. I don’t need acetone right? And if I want to dye it using just a coffee mug halfway filled with water, how much of the packet of dye should I use? I want to do this today, so please an… --- ## [anodization](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anodization/5315)
**Author:** [@boywhoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/boywhoyo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2009, 10:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anodization/5315 "2009-08-26T22:23:32Z")
ok, so i bought a red axiom and i’ve dinged it alot and i was thinking of satining the outer rim to get rid of the dings and is there a way i could anodize it? Or would that require lots of money and lots of equipment? --- ## [PGM weight ring guard thing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pgm-weight-ring-guard-thing/5845)
**Author:** [@stick42](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/stick42)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2009, 5:59am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pgm-weight-ring-guard-thing/5845 "2009-08-26T05:59:49Z")
is there any way to remove and then reattach the guards on the outside that hold the weight rings in? I have an idea for a mod but I need to disassemble the yoyo as much as I possibly can --- ## [Dye BigYo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dye-bigyo/1158)
**Author:** [@EvanB](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/EvanB)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2009, 6:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dye-bigyo/1158 "2009-08-25T18:40:53Z")
think I could? And how? --- ## [Axle Troubles](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-troubles/5745)
**Author:** [@DaFunk21](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaFunk21)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2009, 2:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-troubles/5745 "2009-08-25T02:06:28Z")
I just got my dv888 about a week ago, and i love it, but after the first few days it started making a squicing noise, whenever i would unscrew, and screw the caps back on. If you have any advise (or know how to get rid o… --- ## [Frrehand Zero](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/frrehand-zero/5792)
**Author:** [@yoyomaster242](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyomaster242)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2009, 3:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/frrehand-zero/5792 "2009-08-24T15:32:53Z")
how do you paint them ??? --- ## [I wanna remove this confusion in my mind.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-wanna-remove-this-confusion-in-my-mind/5758)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2009, 2:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-wanna-remove-this-confusion-in-my-mind/5758 "2009-08-24T14:17:32Z")
So here it goes. Does the plastic surface (Where the friction stickers is put on) of the Duncan Freehand Zero is Sufficient (As what the video says it above) to make a 3mm groove on it? How to remove… --- ## [pretty cool](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pretty-cool/5756)
**Author:** [@boywhoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/boywhoyo)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2009, 10:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pretty-cool/5756 "2009-08-23T22:40:45Z")
ok i’ve bought a new freehand and i’ve modded it Tell me what you think. ;D ;D --- ## [Taking out a bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/taking-out-a-bearing/5653)
**Author:** [@Reflex](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Reflex)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2009, 6:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/taking-out-a-bearing/5653 "2009-08-23T18:06:35Z")
Title mostly says it all. Just a simple question, if I wanted to replace a bearing with another one how do I take out the current bearing? I grab it and take it off? Pliers? --- ## [Bearing cleaning](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-cleaning/5588)
**Author:** [@rasengan-00](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rasengan-00)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2009, 3:22am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-cleaning/5588 "2009-08-23T03:22:35Z")
I wanted to know if I could use something other than mineral spirits to clean my bearing (for example nail polish remover or rubbing alcohol) ??? --- ## [hot glue rocks](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hot-glue-rocks/5722)
**Author:** [@m\_yoyo13](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/m_yoyo13)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2009, 8:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hot-glue-rocks/5722 "2009-08-22T20:51:55Z")
hot glue rocks i put it on my pgm and it was more un-response then the k pads i recomend this to a lot of people how like a un responsive yoyo --- ## [Ways to remove anno?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ways-to-remove-anno/5596)
**Author:** [@mattsk8nike](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mattsk8nike)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2009, 6:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ways-to-remove-anno/5596 "2009-08-22T18:27:13Z")
Title, I want to take some anno off my 888. I don’t want to satin it. Any other way? --- ## [Lyn Fury](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lyn-fury/5382)
**Author:** [@yoyomaster242](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyomaster242)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2009, 2:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lyn-fury/5382 "2009-08-22T14:14:04Z")
I ordered a Lyn Fury just so that i could mod it but the only mod i could think of was a kk bearing. Can someone please post something about a good mod for the Lyn Fury? P.S my LYn Fury should get here tomorrow or actual… --- ## [FAST 201 recess](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fast-201-recess/5691)
**Author:** [@rasengan-00](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rasengan-00)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2009, 10:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fast-201-recess/5691 "2009-08-21T22:03:53Z")
Is it possible to make a silicone recess ???, because I don’t want to put silicone were the starbursts were, and I want it to be O-ring like (like the FHZ silicone recess) --- ## [How do you put silicone in the holes of a Fast 201?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-you-put-silicone-in-the-holes-of-a-fast-201/5511)
**Author:** [@Keb](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Keb)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2009, 9:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-you-put-silicone-in-the-holes-of-a-fast-201/5511 "2009-08-21T21:47:54Z")
Hey everyone it’s me again. The other day when I was playing with my Fast 201, and I noticed some of the starbursts are falling out,(4 so far) I think it is because they are wearing out. I was wandering if it would stil… --- ## [Polishing YYJ rims.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-yyj-rims/5690)
**Author:** [@Adam](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Adam)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2009, 8:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/polishing-yyj-rims/5690 "2009-08-21T20:08:43Z")
Anyone know how to do this without aluminum polish or baking soda? --- ## [Silicon response system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicon-response-system/5659)
**Author:** [@yoyomaster242](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyomaster242)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2009, 7:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicon-response-system/5659 "2009-08-21T19:00:59Z")
So, i bought something called “Clear Silicone Adhesive Sealant” and i tested it in my DM and now my DM is super responsive. Is this ------------^---------------- the same as the Flowable Silicon on Yoyonation.com ??? --- ## [Home-made counterweights](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/home-made-counterweights/4393)
**Author:** [@KAPcom](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/KAPcom)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2009, 5:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/home-made-counterweights/4393 "2009-08-21T05:19:52Z")
I was looking around, and it seems that there are no entries for homemade counterweights. I’ve tried a lot of different things, and only have come up with 1 or 2 good weights. If anyone has any designs that have worked f… --- ## [How often do you lube your bearings?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-often-do-you-lube-your-bearings/5540)
**Author:** [@catorameus](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/catorameus)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2009, 10:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-often-do-you-lube-your-bearings/5540 "2009-08-19T22:44:03Z")
I’ve looked at other threads and I didn’t find this topic in any of them. So I wanna know how often you lube your bearings. Just out of curiosity and the fact that I have no idea when’s the time I need to relube my beari… --- ## [Legacy Synergy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/legacy-synergy/5397)
**Author:** [@Contagon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Contagon)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2009, 9:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/legacy-synergy/5397 "2009-08-17T21:10:56Z")
Does anyone know how to take out synergy caps from a Legacy? The weight rings are in the way. --- ## [Cleaning with STARTING FLUID!?!?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-with-starting-fluid/5372)
**Author:** [@DarthVaughn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DarthVaughn)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2009, 6:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-with-starting-fluid/5372 "2009-08-17T18:44:58Z")
So I wanted to test out cleaning a bearing with something besides 99% rubbing alcohol, mineral spirits, and lighter fluid. So, I used Starting Fluid, Prestone Starting Fluid to be exact, and it worked perfect. It cleaned… --- ## [Kickside Mods](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/kickside-mods/5446)
**Author:** [@magic556](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/magic556)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2009, 1:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/kickside-mods/5446 "2009-08-17T01:06:36Z")
Does anyone know a way how i can make my YYJ Kickside dead unresponsive? Some of the things Ive already tried: 1.Opening the gap a little 2.Shims 3.Cleaning the bearing 4.Sanding the starburst 5.Shaving the o-ring … --- ## [Axle Removal 2 :( Still doesn't WORK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-removal-2-still-doesnt-work/5186)
**Author:** [@Batryn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Batryn)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2009, 1:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-removal-2-still-doesnt-work/5186 "2009-08-17T01:05:14Z")
Okay, so I was trying Samad’s way (using two nuts) and from what I understand, you get both nuts on, then keep on screwing it in towards the hub and screw the axle out right? I tried it and stripped the nuts… … --- ## [Unremovable Bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/unremovable-bearing/5373)
**Author:** [@L3adrine5](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/L3adrine5)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2009, 8:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/unremovable-bearing/5373 "2009-08-16T20:11:06Z")
So…I was going to silicone my DV888. I managed to get one side of it siliconed. I was hoping to silicone the other side. I can’t seem to remove the bearing with pliers nor vice. I tried wobbling it back and forth and it … --- ## [should i satin BEFORE or AFTER i dye my kickside](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-satin-before-or-after-i-dye-my-kickside/5234)
**Author:** [@druminpython](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/druminpython)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2009, 2:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-satin-before-or-after-i-dye-my-kickside/5234 "2009-08-16T14:16:39Z")
what the title says but also i was wondering because the kickside is celecon and acitone(what ev…) doesnt affect it i have to use bioling water right? but that also leads me to another question i know that glue will w… --- ## [hayabusa response](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hayabusa-response/5437)
**Author:** [@m\_yoyo13](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/m_yoyo13)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2009, 5:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hayabusa-response/5437 "2009-08-15T17:57:39Z")
i was looking at picture at the hayabusa and i was wondering were does the response go --- ## [Dying](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dying/5401)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2009, 1:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dying/5401 "2009-08-15T01:25:55Z")
Guy im dying my fhz and was gonna buy RIT dye the powder stuff but the store only had liquid dye will that also work? --- ## [Cleaning my bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-my-bearing/5380)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2009, 1:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-my-bearing/5380 "2009-08-15T01:23:35Z")
ok guys i got mineral spirits and cleaned my bearing and the bearing like was slow so im like ok well ill add some lube, i add 3 in 1 and it got even slower and now my 888 is more responsive than my siliconed fh0 --- ## [Painting Graphics](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painting-graphics/5390)
**Author:** [@DaFunk21](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaFunk21)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2009, 1:20am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painting-graphics/5390 "2009-08-15T01:20:33Z")
i have never painted graphics before, and am thinking about trying it. Plz reply if you have any tips [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=224) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=226)