# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=47 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 48 --- ## [Help!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help/80931)
**Author:** [@Darknight](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Darknight)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 3:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help/80931 "2016-06-23T15:21:04Z")
So one time I was playing around with my horizon and i tugged it up and it came up! I haven’t changed the bearing. --- ## [YYJ Transcend Axle Size?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-transcend-axle-size/80925)
**Author:** [@Darulio](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Darulio)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 2:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-transcend-axle-size/80925 "2016-06-23T14:14:48Z")
Hey guys, first post, go easy on me. So I recently had a horrible and embarrassing situation involving axles, and my transcend axle is completely borked. For lack of information online, does anyone here happen to know … --- ## [Response](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response/80913)
**Author:** [@Yshu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yshu)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 12:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response/80913 "2016-06-23T00:07:16Z")
Will my YYR Ir Pads fit my Turning Point? i mean,all 19mm should fit all 19mm , shouldnt they? --- ## [One Drop Rebirth wobble](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-rebirth-wobble/80899)
**Author:** [@Blacitch](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Blacitch)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2016, 11:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-rebirth-wobble/80899 "2016-06-21T23:16:09Z")
Just recently bought a Rebirth and it’s played very smooth for a couple weeks now. Noticed the stock bearing was still a little gummy so I popped in a different bearing (because I’m too impatient to clean it right away…)… --- ## [alternative lube](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alternative-lube/80898)
**Author:** [@georgexxx](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/georgexxx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2016, 7:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alternative-lube/80898 "2016-06-21T19:02:46Z")
What lube can i use for unresponsive yoyo if i dont have yoyolube? i mean baby oil , lube for shaving machine … --- ## [Vibrating yoyo, bearing issue?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/vibrating-yoyo-bearing-issue/80891)
**Author:** [@terrinecold](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/terrinecold)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2016, 10:55am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/vibrating-yoyo-bearing-issue/80891 "2016-06-21T10:55:12Z")
Hello, as some of you may know I am a beginner yoyo player, as such I have banged my yoyo a few times. Right now I am noticing that the yoyo is vibrating much more and making weird gritting noise. I was wondering if i… --- ## [Grease responsive bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/grease-responsive-bearing/80852)
**Author:** [@winter](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/winter)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2016, 11:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/grease-responsive-bearing/80852 "2016-06-18T23:52:12Z")
My responsive bearing on my dark magic 2 make some noise and don’t spin as it used to… Which grease or oil should I use? Jigaloo? White grease? Pl100? Gun oil? There’s a lot of grease and oil that I own I can’t believe … --- ## [When do I replace the string](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-do-i-replace-the-string/80837)
**Author:** [@xyn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/xyn)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2016, 4:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/when-do-i-replace-the-string/80837 "2016-06-18T04:25:09Z")
I am new to unresponsive and ball-bearing yoyos. In my old wooden axle yoyos - i could easily look at the loop around the axle and see it wearing down and replace it. On my new unresponsive yoyo, the loop doesn’t seem … --- ## [Duncan Mardi Gras string Issue](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-mardi-gras-string-issue/80851)
**Author:** [@scottFL](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/scottFL)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2016, 12:39am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-mardi-gras-string-issue/80851 "2016-06-18T00:39:11Z")
I recently picked up a vintage Duncan Mardi Gras yo, I have wanted one of these for a long time and finally found a good condition one on Ebay. When I received the YO it had broken string wrapped around the axle, I was … --- ## [Can I use white spirits to clean a bearing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-use-white-spirits-to-clean-a-bearing/80769)
**Author:** [@yomega\_fan\_335](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yomega_fan_335)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 4:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-use-white-spirits-to-clean-a-bearing/80769 "2016-06-16T16:18:31Z")
Also, how can I remove most of the residue once I clean the bearing? --- ## [If you're making a yoyo case, how big do you have to cut the holes?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-youre-making-a-yoyo-case-how-big-do-you-have-to-cut-the-holes/80667)
**Author:** [@yomega\_fan\_335](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yomega_fan_335)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2016, 12:55am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-youre-making-a-yoyo-case-how-big-do-you-have-to-cut-the-holes/80667 "2016-06-06T00:55:12Z")
Just wanna know. Also, how much spacing should there be between the holes? --- ## [YYF Genesis B-Grade mod?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-genesis-b-grade-mod/80594)
**Author:** [@AngryGumball](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AngryGumball)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2016, 5:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-genesis-b-grade-mod/80594 "2016-06-05T05:27:54Z")
I picked up a B-grade YYF Bimetal Genesis earlier today and (shoots myself in the foot) after making the purchase I play it, found it had some nasty vibe. What I get for not testing before handing over the $20 for it. T… --- ## [axles](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axles/80642)
**Author:** [@Niekro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Niekro)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2016, 10:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axles/80642 "2016-06-02T22:07:12Z")
I tried changing to the speed bearing with my DM2 but the axle is too short. I swear I’ve done it before with no problem. What’s going on? Thanks. --- ## [New magic n12 yoyo went responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-magic-n12-yoyo-went-responsive/80589)
**Author:** [@YoYoNewbieNewb12321](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoNewbieNewb12321)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2016, 3:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-magic-n12-yoyo-went-responsive/80589 "2016-06-02T15:35:29Z")
So I ordered a magic n12 (unresponsive yoyo) from Amazon. I received it the day after as I paid for the one day shipping. I opened it and played with it for a little while and didn’t really notice a whole lot. It did see… --- ## [I need a yoyo retapped](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-need-a-yoyo-retapped/80606)
**Author:** [@ShockFaktor](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ShockFaktor)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2016, 1:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-need-a-yoyo-retapped/80606 "2016-05-30T13:09:02Z")
Who is reputable. Sorry if this is the wrong place for this --- ## [How hard is it to anodize 7068 Aluminium?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-hard-is-it-to-anodize-7068-aluminium/80579)
**Author:** [@yomega\_fan\_335](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yomega_fan_335)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2016, 8:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-hard-is-it-to-anodize-7068-aluminium/80579 "2016-05-29T20:17:36Z")
Given the fact that my Kenshin has some ano flaws. Just like to know. --- ## [VK Axle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/vk-axle/80586)
**Author:** [@GavinH](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GavinH)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2016, 5:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/vk-axle/80586 "2016-05-28T17:03:34Z")
Can anyone tell me what size the yoyofactory VK Axle is? Sent from a galaxy far far away… --- ## [Can you buy spacers?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-you-buy-spacers/80569)
**Author:** [@Niekro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Niekro)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2016, 1:59am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-you-buy-spacers/80569 "2016-05-27T01:59:48Z")
I kind of messed one up. I checked the store but couldn’t find any. Thanks. --- ## [Can you strip ano?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-you-strip-ano/80031)
**Author:** [@Morgoroth](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Morgoroth)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2016, 8:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-you-strip-ano/80031 "2016-05-24T08:05:33Z")
I want a shinny silver throw. Can I just use acetone or something to strip the ano off of a throw I already have? Or does it have to be sanded? --- ## [Can Any1 Re-Tap a Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-any1-re-tap-a-yoyo/80512)
**Author:** [@bobloot98](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bobloot98)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2016, 1:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-any1-re-tap-a-yoyo/80512 "2016-05-23T01:18:26Z")
Hi! I’m really trying to find somebody who can repair my stripped yoyo, please let me know if you can it would mean a lot !! --- ## [Removing Spacer From Axle Side Of Yo-Yo w/out Tool](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/removing-spacer-from-axle-side-of-yo-yo-w-out-tool/80498)
**Author:** [@EzraHuntings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/EzraHuntings)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2016, 1:22am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/removing-spacer-from-axle-side-of-yo-yo-w-out-tool/80498 "2016-05-21T01:22:10Z")
I’ve been trying to change out my spacers for some new ones considering they’re a bit beat up, but on the side with the axle, I haven’t been able to pull it out since I’ve been using the axle itself to kind of jiggle out… --- ## [Response pad question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pad-question/74517)
**Author:** [@josephadams183](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/josephadams183)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2016, 4:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pad-question/74517 "2016-05-19T16:38:18Z")
Well I’m having response issues with my shutter. YYF pads don’t last long enough and aren’t grippy enough. OD 19 mm are too thin and nowhere near grippy enough, just got em, very mad. I’ve tried IR soft put they’re too e… --- ## [OD 10 Ball and Terrapin Help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-10-ball-and-terrapin-help/78712)
**Author:** [@Siruta](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Siruta)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2016, 8:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-10-ball-and-terrapin-help/78712 "2016-05-18T20:20:43Z")
Hey, I recently got an OneDrop Vanguard and around 2 days ago it suddenly started making a loud noise from the bearing. I was in a barber shop and maybe some particles slipped through the shields but I was wondering if t… --- ## [Yoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyos/80403)
**Author:** [@TripleOne](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TripleOne)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2016, 11:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyos/80403 "2016-05-15T23:05:33Z")
Hey guys, Whenever I unscrew my yoyo apart to lube the bearings and twist it back on, I can never get the two yoyo sides to align together as how it came out of the box. So on one side, the Shutter sign will be upside d… --- ## [Axle Treatments?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-treatments/80448)
**Author:** [@Dust](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Dust)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2016, 4:57am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-treatments/80448 "2016-05-15T04:57:47Z")
Do you do anything to your axles? Do you ever clean them or lube them? Do you use teflon tape or loctite?Or do you leave them dry and stock to float around all willy nilly? What are your axle preferences? I usually us… --- ## [Yomega Raider won't sleep ??](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-raider-wont-sleep/80438)
**Author:** [@Joff81](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Joff81)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2016, 4:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-raider-wont-sleep/80438 "2016-05-15T04:51:36Z")
Hi guys I’ve just got my Yomega raider out of the drawer and realised the reason it was put there in the first place. The reason is no matter how hard I throw it it won’t sleep. I’ve had this issue since I got the raid… --- ## [Full ceramic bearings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/full-ceramic-bearings/80450)
**Author:** [@Icehockeyfreak3](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Icehockeyfreak3)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2016, 2:03am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/full-ceramic-bearings/80450 "2016-05-15T02:03:00Z")
Are they worth it the extra 10$ --- ## [Shredding String](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shredding-string/80434)
**Author:** [@yoyobro1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyobro1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 4:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shredding-string/80434 "2016-05-13T16:25:05Z")
Hey guys I have noticed that my YYF TOO Hot has started to cut the string at the bearing. What is causing this? Is it fixable? P.s. I noticed what was happening after my brand new string snapped and my throw went flying… --- ## [How would silicone caulk do as response? ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-would-silicone-caulk-do-as-response/80416)
**Author:** [@yomega\_fan\_335](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yomega_fan_335)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2016, 1:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-would-silicone-caulk-do-as-response/80416 "2016-05-11T13:30:44Z")
Tell me your thoughts. --- ## [Silicone Help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-help/80296)
**Author:** [@Siruta](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Siruta)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2016, 3:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-help/80296 "2016-05-08T15:46:41Z")
So I have bought black silicone to use for pads whenever they wear out. So far, I have repadded about 13 or so throws but there’s always the same problem with them. On the inner side, closest to the bearing, the pad wear… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=46) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=48)