# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=53 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 54 --- ## [Questions of a newbie](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/questions-of-a-newbie/77221)
**Author:** [@Upmanyu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Upmanyu)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2015, 8:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/questions-of-a-newbie/77221 "2015-10-04T08:29:31Z")
I have a LOT of questions…please oblige if you can Exactly how long should a decent yoyo spin?(mine spins for like 45s to 60s with a onedrop 10 ball and i find more advanced tricks slightly difficult to learn and i wou… --- ## [cleaning yoyo bearing what to use i screwed up my bearings ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-yoyo-bearing-what-to-use-i-screwed-up-my-bearings/76970)
**Author:** [@Mandiz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mandiz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2015, 6:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-yoyo-bearing-what-to-use-i-screwed-up-my-bearings/76970 "2015-10-01T18:07:34Z")
will this fix my bearings i used rubbing alcohol and my bearings play like ■■■■ now dos this help http://www.ebay.com/itm/Gamblin-Gamsol-Odorless-Mineral-Spirits-4-oz-Bottle-New-/221880372018?hash=item33a919cb32 --- ## [miniral spirits yoyo bearing cleaner ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/miniral-spirits-yoyo-bearing-cleaner/77047)
**Author:** [@Mandiz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mandiz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2015, 6:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/miniral-spirits-yoyo-bearing-cleaner/77047 "2015-10-01T18:06:19Z")
are these safe and effective on yoyo bearings? --- ## [Anybody still doing custom ano?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anybody-still-doing-custom-ano/77082)
**Author:** [@irdaprez](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/irdaprez)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2015, 6:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anybody-still-doing-custom-ano/77082 "2015-10-01T18:04:21Z")
I’m sure I’m beating a dead horse, but has anybody been doing custom ano lately? I, and I’m sure others out there would like to get some work done if there are any takers. --- ## [Messing around with a hyper spin yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/messing-around-with-a-hyper-spin-yoyo/76974)
**Author:** [@NTS716](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/NTS716)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2015, 4:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/messing-around-with-a-hyper-spin-yoyo/76974 "2015-10-01T16:09:19Z")
Found this at a local shop, I’m going to try my best to mod it, kinda like a dollar-tree yoyo thing. The whole thing is made of stainless steel and weighs about 100 grams. Pretty heavy I know, but that’s what makes it i… --- ## [Time for new response pads?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/time-for-new-response-pads/77102)
**Author:** [@Heero](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Heero)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2015, 3:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/time-for-new-response-pads/77102 "2015-10-01T15:57:58Z")
So I’ve been throwing for around 6 months. First yoyo I bought was a too hot. It was the only yoyo I had for a couple of months. I played everyday anywhere from 10 minutes to a couple hours. I’d say average a day was an … --- ## [Adegle Macaron ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/adegle-macaron/77120)
**Author:** [@pickinduck](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/pickinduck)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2015, 3:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/adegle-macaron/77120 "2015-10-01T15:55:35Z")
What brand and type of string does the Adegle Macaron come with? --- ## [does a branded bearing really increase spin time?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-a-branded-bearing-really-increase-spin-time/77095)
**Author:** [@Nudgedoink](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nudgedoink)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2015, 3:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-a-branded-bearing-really-increase-spin-time/77095 "2015-10-01T15:50:27Z")
I was just contemplating purchasing terrapin x bearings, but I wonder if it will actually increase sleep time significantly over the 10 ball magicyoyo bearings. I know throw is important, but assuming the same throw, how… --- ## [Loop 1080 broken?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loop-1080-broken/77130)
**Author:** [@PaleConquest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PaleConquest)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2015, 9:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loop-1080-broken/77130 "2015-09-28T21:51:28Z")
So after receiving my Loop 1080 in the mail, I messed around with the adjustable gap for a bit. After some time, I noticed that the gap wasn’t moving, and that the key was very loose in the key-slot. I would really appre… --- ## [I thought I was just really bad at snap starts...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-thought-i-was-just-really-bad-at-snap-starts/77075)
**Author:** [@Morgoroth](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Morgoroth)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2015, 9:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-thought-i-was-just-really-bad-at-snap-starts/77075 "2015-09-26T21:35:19Z")
…but it turns out the response in my main throw is toast. Any advice for re-siliconing it? I’ve never done it before. I’ve watched a bunch of videos, but most all of the info is old. I’m guessing that’s because it ju… --- ## [Mixed Response Pads?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mixed-response-pads/77021)
**Author:** [@Dust](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Dust)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2015, 1:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mixed-response-pads/77021 "2015-09-22T13:45:45Z")
Would it be self defeating, silly, or useless to have a mixed response pad set up? Ive already got new set of White Snow Tires and new set of Aqua Snow Tires. Ive also got a Summit and a 7 Summits. The summit came with… --- ## [HELP HELP HELP PLEASE!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-help-help-please/77002)
**Author:** [@JustYoYo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JustYoYo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2015, 8:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-help-help-please/77002 "2015-09-19T20:03:49Z")
So i took a bearing of using my bearing remover however the bearing is now stuck on it and I cant get it off even with pliers - the bearing is for one of my competition throws which I need for tomorrow! Thanks!! HELP!!! … --- ## [Bearing Troubles](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-troubles/76491)
**Author:** [@TheWH](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheWH)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2015, 4:52am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-troubles/76491 "2015-09-19T04:52:56Z")
I just got my Japan mystery pack and got the metal replay. I love it but now I can’t substitute the bearing to the other one that came with the pack. The one that came in the throw is completely stuck. I have tried us… --- ## [Would like some advise ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/would-like-some-advise/77004)
**Author:** [@SimplePlayer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SimplePlayer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2015, 3:03am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/would-like-some-advise/77004 "2015-09-19T03:03:51Z")
So I just got a dark magic 2 yoyo and I was wondering should I put some lube on it or wait a while, I put the unresponsive bearing in. --- ## [responsive yoyo ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-yoyo/76949)
**Author:** [@Mandiz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mandiz)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2015, 11:29pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-yoyo/76949 "2015-09-17T23:29:47Z")
used rubbing alcohol to clean the bearing and yyf thin lube to lube it up but its even more responsive what did i do wrong --- ## [spraypaint but only a little](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spraypaint-but-only-a-little/76960)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2015, 12:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spraypaint-but-only-a-little/76960 "2015-09-16T12:45:50Z")
Would it be a good idea to spray paint my yoyo even if its only a little bit? Like just spray once and then let the paint fall on the yoyo on its own. Not directly sprayed. Thanks :smiley: --- ## [Best Stuff to use to clean bearing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-stuff-to-use-to-clean-bearing/76340)
**Author:** [@FancyExabyte](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/FancyExabyte)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2015, 11:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-stuff-to-use-to-clean-bearing/76340 "2015-09-16T11:21:01Z")
Right now I am using ronsonol lighter fluid to clean my bearing but I was wondering if there is anything better or if it is just preference? Thank you before hand. --- ## [Bearing Cleaning 101](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-cleaning-101/76453)
**Author:** [@ThinkH2o](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ThinkH2o)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2015, 2:52am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-cleaning-101/76453 "2015-09-16T02:52:23Z")
Hey everyone. Decided to try and do something creative, and here’s what l did. It’s a pic by pic bearing cleaning tutorial. Hope you guys enjoy. And any feed back is welcomed. --- ## [Painted Peak Issues](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painted-peak-issues/76943)
**Author:** [@mrciurleo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrciurleo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2015, 11:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/painted-peak-issues/76943 "2015-09-15T23:37:15Z")
Hello everyone, I have a quick question about the paint on some of the peaks. Does anybody know the difference between the paint used in the first run and the paint used in the second run of eBay peaks? The first run I… --- ## [Flat bearings?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/flat-bearings/76502)
**Author:** [@Connorspears](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Connorspears)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2015, 2:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/flat-bearings/76502 "2015-09-14T14:11:27Z")
Hi guys! I have been having some extreme kickback midway through some of my tricks (the yoyo kind of binds back to my hand mid-trick). I did some research and found that the center trac bearings I have been using are the… --- ## [F(x) axle.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/f-x-axle/76841)
**Author:** [@Nemyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nemyo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2015, 4:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/f-x-axle/76841 "2015-09-13T16:48:49Z")
Is anyone aware of the dimensions of the axle for the RecRev F(x)? --- ## [Can I make my own counterweight? If so, how?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-make-my-own-counterweight-if-so-how/76663)
**Author:** [@marioyoyoshi42](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/marioyoyoshi42)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2015, 4:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-make-my-own-counterweight-if-so-how/76663 "2015-09-12T16:10:41Z")
Subject says it all… Im kinda a newbie so please give me a step by step guide :). Thanks :smiley: --- ## [Hubstacks on a Genesis](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstacks-on-a-genesis/76688)
**Author:** [@nightshadow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nightshadow)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2015, 3:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstacks-on-a-genesis/76688 "2015-09-12T03:37:38Z")
I have seen people put hubstacks on a Genesis yoyo that did not originally Have them. How do they do this? P.S. Sorry about making so many hubstack posts :stuck\_out\_tongue: --- ## [the worst nick ever](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-worst-nick-ever/76220)
**Author:** [@mgold123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mgold123)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2015, 11:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-worst-nick-ever/76220 "2015-09-11T23:12:05Z")
is there any possible way to fix this. I was playing outside and It hit the ground full force after It fell of fthe string. It’s so deep it affects the play --- ## [Throw Monkey Caps?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/throw-monkey-caps/76874)
**Author:** [@FoolsGoldDigger](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/FoolsGoldDigger)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2015, 5:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/throw-monkey-caps/76874 "2015-09-11T17:47:59Z")
If you want to remove the caps off a throw monkey to replace the axle bolt; is removing the caps that same as you would remove the caps off a freehand zero? Like unscrewing it and using the axle to pop it off against a h… --- ## [Phenomizm Cracked](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/phenomizm-cracked/76817)
**Author:** [@SeaZebruhz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SeaZebruhz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2015, 7:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/phenomizm-cracked/76817 "2015-09-09T19:07:48Z")
Today I decided to remove the caps from my Phenomizm. What I found out was that there is a crack starting from the metal insert where the axle screws in. Would this most likely have been caused by: A) My new yoyoer fri… --- ## [Response Pads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pads/76828)
**Author:** [@Connorspears](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Connorspears)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2015, 1:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pads/76828 "2015-09-09T13:54:07Z")
Will IrPad 19mm Response pads work for the CLYW Chief, YYF VK Slusny, Duncan Triumph, Duncan Barracuda, YYF Catalyst, YYF 888x, OD Benchmark W 2014, YYF Shutter, YYF Too Hot, YYF Protostar, and Magic N11? --- ## [Power drill lathe question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/power-drill-lathe-question/76816)
**Author:** [@FoolsGoldDigger](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/FoolsGoldDigger)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2015, 5:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/power-drill-lathe-question/76816 "2015-09-09T05:30:55Z")
If anyone here has ever used a power drill as a lathe to mod a dunan yoyo, what volt drill do you need to muscle enough power? --- ## [14' OD benchmark won't tighten](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/14-od-benchmark-wont-tighten/76820)
**Author:** [@Heero](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Heero)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2015, 1:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/14-od-benchmark-wont-tighten/76820 "2015-09-09T01:37:25Z")
As the title says. I unscrewed the yoyo to clean the bearing and when I went to put it back together, the yoyo won’t tighten. It gets to a certain point and then it just keeps turning without any tension. I tried to tigh… --- ## [Duncan Imperial shift knob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-imperial-shift-knob/69061)
**Author:** [@VelvetTorpedo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/VelvetTorpedo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2015, 11:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-imperial-shift-knob/69061 "2015-09-07T11:24:49Z")
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