# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=35 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 36 --- ## [Overtightened flight](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/overtightened-flight/300540)
**Author:** [@sittingmilk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sittingmilk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2019, 4:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/overtightened-flight/300540 "2019-03-26T16:41:16Z")
I’ve been using my flight a lot recent and I realized that it has become overtightened which in it of itself isn’t a problem but it since the gap width is smaller it means that the second I accidentally land on two strin… --- ## [Silicone pad advice for my G2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-pad-advice-for-my-g2/300483)
**Author:** [@Emmetth42](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Emmetth42)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2019, 1:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-pad-advice-for-my-g2/300483 "2019-03-24T13:58:14Z")
Hi guys, just a quick question about my G2 Banshee. I got an OG off of BST and it’s amazing but the response pads are pretty worn down. I’m trying to find some replacements but definitely want the right size. Does anyone… --- ## [Any videos on removing bearing shields?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-videos-on-removing-bearing-shields/298987)
**Author:** [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2019, 1:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-videos-on-removing-bearing-shields/298987 "2019-03-24T01:34:51Z")
Does anyone know of any How To videos on removing bearing shields? I can’t for the life of me figure out how to do it. I’m trying to use a safety pin to remove the tiny ring first, but I can’t find the notch to get it to… --- ## [When to use compressed air when cleaning a bearing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-to-use-compressed-air-when-cleaning-a-bearing/300375)
**Author:** [@Niekro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Niekro)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2019, 3:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-to-use-compressed-air-when-cleaning-a-bearing/300375 "2019-03-22T15:42:07Z")
Is it after you take it out of the lighter fluid or after you apply lube? I forget. I searched the forum but didn’t come up with anything. Thanks. --- ## [When to replace silicone response pads?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-to-replace-silicone-response-pads/65980)
**Author:** [@Operaman20](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Operaman20)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2019, 3:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-to-replace-silicone-response-pads/65980 "2019-03-22T15:15:18Z")
How do you know it’s time to replace your pads? I’m throwing a shutter and am noticing that it’s getting a little lazy when returning after a bind. --- ## [Is powder coating a durable finish?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-powder-coating-a-durable-finish/300319)
**Author:** [@Lukoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lukoyo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2019, 12:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-powder-coating-a-durable-finish/300319 "2019-03-20T00:32:43Z")
Just wondering if powder coating is more durable than an anodized finish? Does anyone have any photos of a dinged up powder coated you? I don’t think I’ve seen one. --- ## [New MfdxOd Fire Devil problem!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-mfdxod-fire-devil-problem/300301)
**Author:** [@Boostin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Boostin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2019, 2:39am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-mfdxod-fire-devil-problem/300301 "2019-03-19T02:39:23Z")
Purchased brand new Fire Devil straight from One Drop. First One Drop to my 7 throw collection. First few throws I noticed A LOT of precession. Emailed them and told me it’s normal. Also it plays pretty responsive. C… --- ## [888 Hubstack bearing removal tool?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/888-hubstack-bearing-removal-tool/300143)
**Author:** [@Astroyama](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Astroyama)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2019, 7:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/888-hubstack-bearing-removal-tool/300143 "2019-03-18T19:55:53Z")
Anyone make a smart tool for this 888 bearing removal job…whereas the tool can fit underneath the bearing and pry upwards? I tried the cold freezer trick, and a few other techniques as well…No success! Finally the bear… --- ## [Fixed Axles](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fixed-axles/299918)
**Author:** [@EthanV](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/EthanV)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2019, 1:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fixed-axles/299918 "2019-03-18T01:38:32Z")
Can someone send me a wooden fixed axle design (like, a 3D cad)? I want to figure out how they are made. Preferably polyester compatable. By the way, what do you put in the yoyo for it to be a fixed axle? Is there a pi… --- ## [I need a custom ano that looks like my cat](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-need-a-custom-ano-that-looks-like-my-cat/295834)
**Author:** [@Marm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Marm)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2019, 8:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-need-a-custom-ano-that-looks-like-my-cat/295834 "2019-03-16T20:55:44Z")
I want a custom ano with the colors of my cat. I was thinking something along the lines in terms of style like a clyw splash. So maybe a white and light orange acid wash with a dark orange splash. About how much do you t… --- ## [Is it easy to strip a yo-yo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-easy-to-strip-a-yo-yo/300151)
**Author:** [@TheYoyoer27](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheYoyoer27)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2019, 5:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-easy-to-strip-a-yo-yo/300151 "2019-03-16T05:49:47Z")
I’ve always wondered. --- ## [Luftverk 000 axle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/luftverk-000-axle/300117)
**Author:** [@hotei](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hotei)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2019, 1:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/luftverk-000-axle/300117 "2019-03-16T01:29:49Z")
What size is the miniscule axle in the 000? Will any other somewhat longer size fit, say a sOMETHING 8mm doping axle. Or, am I stuck with that super short axle? Thanks Everyone. --- ## [Anybody know how to remove protostar death spacers?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anybody-know-how-to-remove-protostar-death-spacers/300120)
**Author:** [@JohnnyJ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JohnnyJ)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2019, 7:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anybody-know-how-to-remove-protostar-death-spacers/300120 "2019-03-15T19:03:36Z")
Without breaking them preferably. My bearing in this guy needs a solid clean but the spacers just won’t let go --- ## [My first mirror polish try](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-first-mirror-polish-try/300119)
**Author:** [@JohnnyJ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JohnnyJ)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2019, 8:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-first-mirror-polish-try/300119 "2019-03-15T08:17:29Z")
Just did half of him, but I’m pretty pleased with how it turned out. Light years away from a @yoyospirit polish, but I will try again and hopefully improve --- ## [Good MMP polish?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-mmp-polish/300127)
**Author:** [@GoYoYuRu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GoYoYuRu)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2019, 3:50am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-mmp-polish/300127 "2019-03-15T03:50:21Z")
Looking to remove minor tarnish from my MarkMont Project. I tried vinegar and water with a little results, but Id like to go deeper… just curious what you guys recommend that wont hurt this precious relic? --- ## [Anyone know an anodizer?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-know-an-anodizer/300031)
**Author:** [@Lukoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lukoyo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2019, 10:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-know-an-anodizer/300031 "2019-03-13T22:02:40Z")
Just looking for someone who could do a custom anno job on a throw for me. Preferably who can ship to the UK. --- ## [GTO restoration. Need help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gto-restoration-need-help/300033)
**Author:** [@TurdFerguson69](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TurdFerguson69)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2019, 3:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gto-restoration-need-help/300033 "2019-03-13T15:35:52Z")
My first metal yo yo was this GTO but it has seen better days. The weight rings have small cuts in them. If I remember correctly my cat used them as a toy while I was at school. It is incredibly dull and needs new pads. … --- ## [Need help with Edge Beyond silicone response sticker replacements!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-with-edge-beyond-silicone-response-sticker-replacements/299874)
**Author:** [@Marm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Marm)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2019, 4:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-with-edge-beyond-silicone-response-sticker-replacements/299874 "2019-03-10T04:37:57Z")
I need to find where to get the pads that come in the Edge Beyond. Mid practice for competition my pads just up and went. --- ## [Oxy 4 replacement parts / response pads for various yoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/oxy-4-replacement-parts-response-pads-for-various-yoyos/299781)
**Author:** [@Jeffreymgibson](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jeffreymgibson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 10:22am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/oxy-4-replacement-parts-response-pads-for-various-yoyos/299781 "2019-03-09T10:22:31Z")
I have an oxy 4 Yoyo that I bought during the original run probably 10 or more years ago. It has little o-rings attached to the axel where it screws in the halves. My o-rings have finally fallen apart and I would like t… --- ## [Protostar Spacers - Tips to remove?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-spacers-tips-to-remove/299818)
**Author:** [@CaoJAsian](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/CaoJAsian)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 10:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-spacers-tips-to-remove/299818 "2019-03-08T22:11:14Z")
Having trouble getting both spacers off the bearing on my Protostar, I’ve tried the push pin method in the YYF video and even tried putting it in the freezer before to loosen them up, but no luck. Any other methods? --- ## [Clear throws for painting the inside](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604)
**Author:** [@GoBob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GoBob)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2019, 3:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604 "2019-03-07T15:30:10Z")
I’m looking to give a throw a paint job and it seems like getting a clear plastic and painting the inside is the best option. Freehand Zero is the classic option, but I can’t find any, so I’m waiting on a NextGen to come… --- ## [How to clean the body of a yo-yo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-the-body-of-a-yo-yo/299554)
**Author:** [@HotcakesTheMemeGod](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/HotcakesTheMemeGod)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2019, 12:45am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-the-body-of-a-yo-yo/299554 "2019-03-03T00:45:00Z")
My AC2 after all these years feels kinda like grimey in the hand and not as smooth as it was stock. I’ve trued to use isopropyl alcohol on a paper towel and it didn’t really help. How can I get that smooth texture back? … --- ## [Post your favorite mods!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/post-your-favorite-mods/299389)
**Author:** [@yoyospirit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyospirit)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 8:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/post-your-favorite-mods/299389 "2019-02-27T20:28:57Z")
Hey guys! So recently I’ve been in a creativity slump, can you guys help me out by posting your favorite mods here? Whether it was something you did or something someone else did, I want to see it! --- ## [Fixed my Surge, LOL, now I'll totally buy another](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fixed-my-surge-lol-now-ill-totally-buy-another/299000)
**Author:** [@tossinpfeffer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/tossinpfeffer)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2019, 6:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fixed-my-surge-lol-now-ill-totally-buy-another/299000 "2019-02-23T18:25:48Z")
I enjoy yoyos from $6 to $90 (so far) and now I’m totally going to buy another Surge (esp. since I had to give it to my wife). It’s color made my mouth water but it had this vibe that was just too much. And so it sat. … --- ## [Side effect maintenance pro tip from a pro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/side-effect-maintenance-pro-tip-from-a-pro/299145)
**Author:** [@FourCorner](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/FourCorner)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2019, 12:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/side-effect-maintenance-pro-tip-from-a-pro/299145 "2019-02-22T00:32:35Z")
This tip from @yoyospirit was buried in another thread. I saw it and tried it and it helped me smooth out some of my SE throws of throws. I thought other people could benefit from it, so I have put it in it’s own topic. … --- ## [un-Screwed?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/un-screwed/299096)
**Author:** [@TeeJay](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TeeJay)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2019, 1:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/un-screwed/299096 "2019-02-21T01:09:28Z")
Hey good yoyo people! I was hoping some of you guys could shed some light on a topic I’ve read conflicting things about. That topic is unscrewing, and taking apart your yoyo. I’ve seen people warn against ever doing s… --- ## [String comes untwisted during play](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-comes-untwisted-during-play/299128)
**Author:** [@Darkness](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Darkness)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2019, 4:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-comes-untwisted-during-play/299128 "2019-02-20T16:39:50Z")
This keeps happening to my yoyo(the string doesn’t fully twist to the bearing and opens up) and it gets all unresponsive. Does anyone know how to fix this? (if I try to twist it fully it just goes back to this point. --- ## [G2 Albatross - New axel & bearing needed](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/g2-albatross-new-axel-bearing-needed/299105)
**Author:** [@Squirt](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Squirt)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2019, 11:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/g2-albatross-new-axel-bearing-needed/299105 "2019-02-20T11:05:23Z")
Hey friends, I have a G2 Albatross (got it from Dingo54 back in the day :slight\_smile: You da bomb man) But the axle and the bearing is long gone. Can I just hit up eBay and buy those parts? I can get a Buddah gold be… --- ## [Common Yoyo Axle Sizes](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/common-yoyo-axle-sizes/18437)
**Author:** [@jhb8426](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jhb8426)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2019, 7:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/common-yoyo-axle-sizes/18437 "2019-02-20T07:29:16Z")
This question comes up often enough that it deserves it’s own topic. I’ve assembled what I know here. Please feel free to fill in the blanks for other models and manufacturers and I will update the main post as they are … --- ## [A totally new type of anodizing: Gruntgraphics](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-totally-new-type-of-anodizing-gruntgraphics/80682)
**Author:** [@gballc](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/gballc)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 8:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-totally-new-type-of-anodizing-gruntgraphics/80682 "2019-02-19T08:36:18Z")
Still in development, this is NOT hydrodip, it is 100% anodizing. [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=34) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=36)