# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=58 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 59 --- ## [Response pad overdrive 2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pad-overdrive-2/74646)
**Author:** [@aKoi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/aKoi)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2015, 11:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pad-overdrive-2/74646 "2015-05-16T11:00:03Z")
Which pad does the overdrive 2 use? 09 or 2010? normal or thick? Thanks! --- ## [How often do you lube your bearing and change your pads?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-often-do-you-lube-your-bearing-and-change-your-pads/74450)
**Author:** [@THEY0Y0MAN](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/THEY0Y0MAN)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2015, 4:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-often-do-you-lube-your-bearing-and-change-your-pads/74450 "2015-05-15T16:46:02Z")
How often do you lube your bearing and change your pads? --- ## [Plastic color stains from counterweight hitting yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/plastic-color-stains-from-counterweight-hitting-yoyo/74632)
**Author:** [@disastorm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/disastorm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2015, 7:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/plastic-color-stains-from-counterweight-hitting-yoyo/74632 "2015-05-15T07:29:28Z")
Hello everyone, I just started trying counterweight and I noticed my plastic yoyo gets a bunch of stains from the counterweight’s paint if I hit it while its spinning. Is there any easy way to remove them or do I just ha… --- ## [Plastic Grind Machine Issue](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/plastic-grind-machine-issue/74584)
**Author:** [@Pillowite](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Pillowite)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2015, 8:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/plastic-grind-machine-issue/74584 "2015-05-14T20:59:48Z")
I bought a plastic grind machine from ebay for $15 new. Not bad of a deal, huh? Well, anyhow i got it in yesterday and i immediately noticed this really weird problem that i havent seen in a long time. The string kept ge… --- ## [Need help with dark magic II](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-with-dark-magic-ii/74499)
**Author:** [@dimac9](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dimac9)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2015, 4:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-with-dark-magic-ii/74499 "2015-05-12T04:36:26Z")
So long story short, bought dm II a year ago, haven’t used for over half a year because of disability issues. Recently picked it up again worked great, then started to die on me periodically, so did a clean/lube procedur… --- ## [Easiest way to remove the DMII's caps?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/easiest-way-to-remove-the-dmiis-caps/74542)
**Author:** [@RSGR](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/RSGR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2015, 7:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/easiest-way-to-remove-the-dmiis-caps/74542 "2015-05-10T19:51:29Z")
So I got a Dark Magic II recently, and after a few throws, I realized that the caps are incredibly noisy, although they are really pretty to look at. Is there an easy way to get them off? --- ## [How long can I play with my yoyo without lube](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-long-can-i-play-with-my-yoyo-without-lube/74413)
**Author:** [@Tutis](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Tutis)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2015, 6:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-long-can-i-play-with-my-yoyo-without-lube/74413 "2015-05-10T18:02:08Z")
Today I received YYF Onestar, fresh out of the box. After a whole day of playing with it, the ball bearing started making this weird gritting sound. I haven’t lubed it at all and I suppose that might be a problem. How o… --- ## [Replacing response pads causing shorter spin times?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/replacing-response-pads-causing-shorter-spin-times/74396)
**Author:** [@jjs77as6533](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jjs77as6533)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2015, 3:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/replacing-response-pads-causing-shorter-spin-times/74396 "2015-05-07T15:18:10Z")
I recently just dug the flowable silicone response pads out of the groove in my supernova. There were a few tiny pieces of silicone left in the groove but they were so minuscule that I believed they wouldn’t make a diffe… --- ## [Puffin 2 Vibe, with New parts](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/puffin-2-vibe-with-new-parts/74385)
**Author:** [@dragonnoah122](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dragonnoah122)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2015, 3:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/puffin-2-vibe-with-new-parts/74385 "2015-05-07T03:10:45Z")
Hey Guys, I recently bought a CLYW Puffin 2. Eventually it was noticeably vibey so i decided to replace parts. I replaced the axel (short) CLYW Snow Tires (white) and A delta cut terrapin. It still has noticeable vibe,… --- ## [YYJ Classic Only \*Sorta\* Responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-classic-only-sorta-responsive/74411)
**Author:** [@Songwind](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Songwind)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2015, 3:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-classic-only-sorta-responsive/74411 "2015-05-06T15:05:42Z")
Disclaimer: I bet this has been discussed before, but the popularity of the Classic, and the frequent use of the adjective “classic” to describe certain yoyos made the search function pretty worthless. I picked up a YYJ… --- ## [Setting a lighter flame to a yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/setting-a-lighter-flame-to-a-yoyo/74296)
**Author:** [@jjs77as6533](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jjs77as6533)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2015, 1:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/setting-a-lighter-flame-to-a-yoyo/74296 "2015-05-06T13:53:20Z")
Would this have any visual effect on a yoyo? I’m curious as to see if it could make a design --- ## [What are the best lube for 1a yoyos?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-are-the-best-lube-for-1a-yoyos/74454)
**Author:** [@THEY0Y0MAN](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/THEY0Y0MAN)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2015, 12:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-are-the-best-lube-for-1a-yoyos/74454 "2015-05-06T00:51:36Z")
What are the best lube for 1a yoyos? --- ## [New Throws and clean bearings.....](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-throws-and-clean-bearings/74430)
**Author:** [@Morgoroth](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Morgoroth)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2015, 12:40am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-throws-and-clean-bearings/74430 "2015-05-06T00:40:43Z")
I have a noob question. I just ordered a Too Hot, does it come with a clean bearing? Should I clean it and re-lube it, or just leave it? I’ve heard about breaking in bearings, do you just play with it or do something … --- ## [What pads are best for a CLYW puffin 2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-pads-are-best-for-a-clyw-puffin-2/74419)
**Author:** [@dragonnoah122](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dragonnoah122)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2015, 5:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-pads-are-best-for-a-clyw-puffin-2/74419 "2015-05-05T05:02:06Z")
Yea, I don’t know what pads are the best, I am 1a 1a 1a --- ## [Terrapin Ceramic Delta cut question -merged-](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/terrapin-ceramic-delta-cut-question-merged/74386)
**Author:** [@dragonnoah122](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dragonnoah122)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2015, 6:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/terrapin-ceramic-delta-cut-question-merged/74386 "2015-05-03T18:25:18Z")
I just got a Terrapin Ceramic Delta Cut, I used full length Blur Print string, and the yoyo doesn’t sleep 3.5 minuets when ROLLED of the hand liked it said, Is there a problem with it? --- ## [Frequent bearing cleaning ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/frequent-bearing-cleaning/74382)
**Author:** [@Morgoroth](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Morgoroth)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2015, 4:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/frequent-bearing-cleaning/74382 "2015-05-03T04:15:59Z")
I have had to start cleaning my bearing about once a week because I keep losing spin time. Is that normal? It’s an older bearing, but it still seems like that is way to often. Also, I don’t keep it shielded, but I don… --- ## [Need Help - Maverick Response](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-maverick-response/74366)
**Author:** [@Toxxn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Toxxn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2015, 3:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-maverick-response/74366 "2015-05-01T15:38:34Z")
I have been yo-yoing off and on for nearly 20 years, however I grew up with responsive yo-yos, for example, the Yomega X-Brain and Duncan Butterfly, therefore I have practiced a lot more looping than I have string tricks… --- ## [New DV888 too responsive ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-dv888-too-responsive/68502)
**Author:** [@Joey](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Joey)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2015, 4:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-dv888-too-responsive/68502 "2015-04-29T04:01:01Z")
Preface: I’m new to yoyo’ing but have been at it for a few weeks. I can do quite a few tricks already on both my responsive and unresponsive yoyos. But again still new to it all so I don’t claim to know much. Ok so my p… --- ## [oxygene IV bearing ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/oxygene-iv-bearing/74289)
**Author:** [@Rockdog200](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Rockdog200)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2015, 5:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/oxygene-iv-bearing/74289 "2015-04-28T17:25:59Z")
I’ve got a OXY IV that needs the bearing cleaned and I can’t get the shield off any ideas? I’ve put a koncave in but it’s not the same. Plus what’s a good replacement for Dif-Pads my old sportster is not receased for si… --- ## [Anti-Yo Axle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anti-yo-axle/74304)
**Author:** [@mrciurleo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrciurleo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2015, 2:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anti-yo-axle/74304 "2015-04-28T02:14:44Z")
Hey everybody! Anyone know what size axle was used in the Eetsit? It’s definitely bigger than other axles, I’m just not sure how big. Any insight is appreciated, thanks! --- ## [Response help?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-help/74263)
**Author:** [@Jonesie11](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jonesie11)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2015, 2:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-help/74263 "2015-04-26T14:54:41Z")
I am trying to find a response pad that is a slight bit more grippy than OneDrop pads, but not extremely grippy overall. Anyone have any recommendations? --- ## [Axle Problems](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-problems/74175)
**Author:** [@Zorro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zorro)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2015, 9:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-problems/74175 "2015-04-25T21:57:11Z")
I am having a problem removing an axle out of my T1. I first tried the YYF Multi-tool (this has worked for me every time I’ve had a similar problem) but that did not work. It seems as if the hole where the axle remover g… --- ## [any way to fix a throw with a striped axle?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-way-to-fix-a-throw-with-a-striped-axle/74191)
**Author:** [@JustYoYo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JustYoYo)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2015, 9:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-way-to-fix-a-throw-with-a-striped-axle/74191 "2015-04-25T21:47:09Z")
any way to fix a throw with a striped axle? --- ## [Duncan Vendetta Snags](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-vendetta-snags/74249)
**Author:** [@AngryGumball](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AngryGumball)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2015, 6:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-vendetta-snags/74249 "2015-04-25T06:23:12Z")
Greetings, I recently purchased a significantly marked down Duncan Vendetta when I was down at Disneyland (and kudos for my Disney AP for additional discount too!). After feeling how smooth it was at sleeping, admiring … --- ## [SPYY Punchline Pad Size](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spyy-punchline-pad-size/74229)
**Author:** [@Pillowite](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Pillowite)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2015, 2:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spyy-punchline-pad-size/74229 "2015-04-24T14:25:52Z")
What pads would fit a spyy punchline? No, im not interested in siliconing it myself. Thanks. --- ## [Has anyone tried bearings from McMasterCarr?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/has-anyone-tried-bearings-from-mcmastercarr/74171)
**Author:** [@aqua\_scummm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/aqua_scummm)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2015, 3:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/has-anyone-tried-bearings-from-mcmastercarr/74171 "2015-04-24T03:37:34Z")
They’re probably not as good as ball bearings designed for the load and speed of a yoyo, being just general purpose bearings. I’m curious if anyone has tried them though, and has any thoughts? I think McMaster someti… --- ## [how to make a responsive yoyo slightly less?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-a-responsive-yoyo-slightly-less/74192)
**Author:** [@ittayd](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ittayd)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 12:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-a-responsive-yoyo-slightly-less/74192 "2015-04-23T00:27:07Z")
Hi, I have a YYJ Classic. It was very unresponsive. Meaning, I could tug it as much as I wanted and it would not return. I figured this was because the o rings (the originals that come with the yoyo) were oily and so w… --- ## [Tarnishing (Would Like Answer ASAP)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tarnishing-would-like-answer-asap/74176)
**Author:** [@Zorro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zorro)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2015, 6:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tarnishing-would-like-answer-asap/74176 "2015-04-22T18:24:05Z")
Please note that I am trying to get this answered ASAP. I have a Nickel Plated Yoyo that I want to attempt to tarnish. I remember a while back somebody (I am not going to say someone, I have been tricked like that too m… --- ## [Yoyo Anodization](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-anodization/74150)
**Author:** [@gossamercoot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/gossamercoot)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2015, 6:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-anodization/74150 "2015-04-20T18:06:49Z")
Hi Guys, I’ve had a raw peak for ages now and absolutely love it. Dead smooth, gorgeous, and just a great throw. Thing is, I’ve always wondered how it would look with a killer ano job and don’t know where to turn! Does a… --- ## [How good are IrPads?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-good-are-irpads/74146)
**Author:** [@KonoCat](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/KonoCat)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2015, 5:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-good-are-irpads/74146 "2015-04-20T05:27:36Z")
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