# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=69 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 70 --- ## [Broken protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/broken-protostar/69426)
**Author:** [@TheGrelots](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheGrelots)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2014, 5:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/broken-protostar/69426 "2014-09-21T05:19:45Z")
So i got my protostar a week ago and yesterday it broke, the “cap” if we can call it like this broke and so i glued it back together but the problem is that now the yoyo is vibrating at a point where its unplayable but w… --- ## [sudden responsive yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sudden-responsive-yoyo/69544)
**Author:** [@TheGrelots](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheGrelots)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2014, 4:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sudden-responsive-yoyo/69544 "2014-09-21T04:21:23Z")
i know there is already a topic that explain how to fix it but it just didn’t work and i don’t want to buy 2 bearing so here is my story: this morning i was playing with my sage w/ center track and it was unresponsive an… --- ## [EXTREME HELP NEEDED FAST!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/extreme-help-needed-fast/69382)
**Author:** [@Zorro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zorro)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2014, 1:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/extreme-help-needed-fast/69382 "2014-09-20T13:24:00Z")
Hey, sorry to be kind of frantic, but I need help fast. I have a 2012 Genesis that I plan on using in my 5A Freestyle for the Georgia State Yoyo Contest. Well, one upon a time, it lost its original response pads, so I b… --- ## [Axle and Bearing Advice](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-and-bearing-advice/69465)
**Author:** [@Alastor](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Alastor)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2014, 6:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/axle-and-bearing-advice/69465 "2014-09-20T06:14:55Z")
Greetings everyone, I was curious about something. I plan to make my own yo-yo in the near future, and I was wondering what some of the best axles and bearings out there are, and where I can purchase them. Generally I u… --- ## [Barracuda axle replacement](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/barracuda-axle-replacement/69512)
**Author:** [@BanjoSpins](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BanjoSpins)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2014, 10:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/barracuda-axle-replacement/69512 "2014-09-19T22:19:44Z")
I’m outside throwing my Barracuda this afternoon on break when it occurs to me my string seems to be a wee bit short. Examination indeed reveals that in fact there is a tangle with an extra loop around the bearing. I pro… --- ## [Yoyoskeel Stalker 2 Rim Modification](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyoskeel-stalker-2-rim-modification/69442)
**Author:** [@ckron](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ckron)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2014, 2:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyoskeel-stalker-2-rim-modification/69442 "2014-09-18T14:39:03Z")
Hi, everyone. This is just a minor modification, nothing new or big here. I just want to show you all my first modification work done on an aluminum yoyo. This is a simple project but I am quite happy by how little work… --- ## [Alternative bearing removal method](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alternative-bearing-removal-method/64901)
**Author:** [@Mofoya](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mofoya)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2014, 2:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alternative-bearing-removal-method/64901 "2014-09-18T02:11:33Z")
I’ve seen a lot of threads about stuck bearings lately and it got me thinking. After some time, I came up with another method for removing them that seems to work well. I mentioned this on another thread, but I now hav… --- ## [Yoyofactory bearings problems](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-bearings-problems/68876)
**Author:** [@Nikolai](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nikolai)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2014, 1:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-bearings-problems/68876 "2014-09-17T13:05:39Z")
Ok so I have 5 yoyofactory yoyos and on all but 1 the bearing has failed. It starts by getting gradually more responsive and then it sounds gritty like one or more of the balls came out of the race and after that 2 out o… --- ## [expert help needed](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/expert-help-needed/69374)
**Author:** [@Svit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Svit)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2014, 6:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/expert-help-needed/69374 "2014-09-15T18:28:26Z")
hi guys i just recently bought this metal polisher brand ABRO Liquid Metal Polish MP-434. can i use this to polish all my metal yoyo? anyone who has use this product before feel free to give me some feedback … --- ## [what's the best way to clean my bearing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whats-the-best-way-to-clean-my-bearing/69396)
**Author:** [@shawn18](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/shawn18)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2014, 2:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whats-the-best-way-to-clean-my-bearing/69396 "2014-09-14T02:43:23Z")
I have a CBC center track bearing and it started getting sticky so what’s the best way to clean it? I’ve heard of soaking it in rubbing alcohol but I was wondering if there was something else I could do --- ## [Please help. My shutter response pad came out.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/please-help-my-shutter-response-pad-came-out/69378)
**Author:** [@nightshadow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nightshadow)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2014, 2:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/please-help-my-shutter-response-pad-came-out/69378 "2014-09-12T02:31:01Z")
So yeah. I was just yoyoing with my yoyofactory shutter And a response pad came out. What pad should I get to replace it?? --- ## [Nail polish remover?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/nail-polish-remover/69335)
**Author:** [@yoyobrandon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyobrandon)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2014, 6:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/nail-polish-remover/69335 "2014-09-11T06:37:16Z")
Does this work for cleaning bearings? Thanks. --- ## [How is the Terrapin X Delta cut compares to a KK bearing??](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-is-the-terrapin-x-delta-cut-compares-to-a-kk-bearing/69235)
**Author:** [@Silverkno](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Silverkno)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2014, 11:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-is-the-terrapin-x-delta-cut-compares-to-a-kk-bearing/69235 "2014-09-10T23:46:16Z")
Anyone tried the delta cut or something similar in shape?? The Delta cut’s shape is quite unique, I never see any bearing look like this before, and the KK bearing everyone gives positive comments, it’s really hard for m… --- ## [Potential causes of vibe?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/potential-causes-of-vibe/69005)
**Author:** [@A\_Person](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/A_Person)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2014, 1:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/potential-causes-of-vibe/69005 "2014-09-08T01:48:44Z")
As I look at my yoyo collection, I remember a few that I believe used to be dead smooth or very close to it. Now I can notice a small to moderate vibe. I don’t know what would have changed this. Do any of you know what m… --- ## [Does glue affect performance?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-glue-affect-performance/69242)
**Author:** [@gabesytf](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/gabesytf)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2014, 2:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-glue-affect-performance/69242 "2014-09-06T14:39:36Z")
Recently I broke one of the loop 1080s I got, where the cap of one of the sides just dropped out. To fix this I just added a little bit of super glue and BAM its back on. Since I just started trying out 2A, I can’t reall… --- ## [Fallen on Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fallen-on-yoyo/69266)
**Author:** [@yoyoboy224](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoboy224)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2014, 1:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fallen-on-yoyo/69266 "2014-09-06T13:30:45Z")
Well, first of all, don’t skateboard with a yoyo in your pocket peeps… I kinda belly flopped on the cement with one. Anyways, my question is…. Will my throw be ok? I carefully unscrewed it and the threads seems to be… --- ## [Sudden bearing stall at high rpm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sudden-bearing-stall-at-high-rpm/69053)
**Author:** [@kadabrium](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kadabrium)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2014, 3:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sudden-bearing-stall-at-high-rpm/69053 "2014-09-05T15:09:42Z")
So a few bearings of mine have this weird problem of stalling suddenly when past a certain rpm. This is the most apparent when i flick the bearing with the finger, where it bursts a loud buzzing noise and immediately sto… --- ## [stripping yoyos help!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripping-yoyos-help/69218)
**Author:** [@Moise](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Moise)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2014, 2:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripping-yoyos-help/69218 "2014-09-05T02:12:27Z")
I love the look of a raw aluminum yoyo. I want to get one of my 888x’s completey raw. what would I need to do to get rid of the anodization? OTHER THAN sanding it off. IF I use chemicals to strip it, will the metal oxidi… --- ## [Bearing maintenance](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-maintenance/69173)
**Author:** [@cbc8vb](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cbc8vb)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2014, 6:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-maintenance/69173 "2014-09-03T18:28:26Z")
What do I use to clean the bearing before lubing it? A guide would be really helpful. Thanks! --- ## [Can the hubstack afterglow twist apart?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-the-hubstack-afterglow-twist-apart/68954)
**Author:** [@9\_45](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/9_45)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2014, 1:55am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-the-hubstack-afterglow-twist-apart/68954 "2014-09-03T01:55:58Z")
I have tried this put it seems like iam gonna break the darn thing! can it be done? --- ## [HELP! Popping caps back on Sage aka Onestar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-popping-caps-back-on-sage-aka-onestar/69158)
**Author:** [@jworth404](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jworth404)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2014, 1:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-popping-caps-back-on-sage-aka-onestar/69158 "2014-09-03T01:48:02Z")
I thought my axle was stripped, so I applied pressure on it to pop the cap off my Sage Yoyo (YoTricks x YYF). The Sage is basically the Onestar; however it’s compatible with the half spec bearing making it responsive. An… --- ## [Will Yo-YoJam silicone o-rings work as a replacement for Oxygene yo-yos?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/will-yo-yojam-silicone-o-rings-work-as-a-replacement-for-oxygene-yo-yos/69134)
**Author:** [@No\_KNOTsense](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/No_KNOTsense)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2014, 4:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/will-yo-yojam-silicone-o-rings-work-as-a-replacement-for-oxygene-yo-yos/69134 "2014-09-02T16:37:23Z")
I’m considering purchasing a Oxygene yo-yo in the near future but I’m concerned about when the response system eventually wears off since the official replacement O-rings are out of stock. Will Yo-YoJam silicone O-rings … --- ## [MB's official blast thread..why not? Update..8/10/14 One of three for FYA Champs](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mbs-official-blast-thread-why-not-update-8-10-14-one-of-three-for-fya-champs/39800)
**Author:** [@mullicabob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mullicabob)\ **Replies:** 262\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2014, 11:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mbs-official-blast-thread-why-not-update-8-10-14-one-of-three-for-fya-champs/39800 "2014-09-01T23:22:05Z")
Just a quick note. Those of you who sent items to me for bead blasting to be then sent to England1414 for ano have been shipped out. On the way as of 4/8/13. Thank you all as always. Bob --- ## [cleaning a throw](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-a-throw/69022)
**Author:** [@Grinch](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Grinch)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2014, 3:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-a-throw/69022 "2014-09-01T03:08:28Z")
is there anyway to clean a throw without using buff? i take a q-tip to mine ever so often,just to remove dust and lil bits of fabric inside the rims and hub due to my case. but i wanted to now if there is a way to actual… --- ## [Removing shutter bearing without remover tool](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/removing-shutter-bearing-without-remover-tool/69084)
**Author:** [@Boosh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Boosh)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2014, 2:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/removing-shutter-bearing-without-remover-tool/69084 "2014-09-01T02:06:22Z")
I need to clean my bearing but I don’t have a remover tool to take it out with. Is there a safe way to do it without one? --- ## [I was stupid and put too much thin lube in my bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-was-stupid-and-put-too-much-thin-lube-in-my-bearing/69085)
**Author:** [@Boosh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Boosh)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2014, 1:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-was-stupid-and-put-too-much-thin-lube-in-my-bearing/69085 "2014-09-01T01:18:12Z")
Play until it’s gone or clean it? --- ## [Bearing Problem?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-problem/69081)
**Author:** [@ccbstickman](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ccbstickman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2014, 11:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-problem/69081 "2014-08-31T23:20:18Z")
I have a Werrd 86400 and something is terribly wrong. Whenever I throw it down it doesn’t make any sound and it spins for a very short amount of time. I’m open to any suggestions to fix it. --- ## [Shutter responsive out of box!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-responsive-out-of-box/69059)
**Author:** [@Boosh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Boosh)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2014, 6:54am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-responsive-out-of-box/69059 "2014-08-31T06:54:25Z")
Does it just need wearing in? Or lube? Or what? --- ## [What bearing is most suitable for 5a yo-yoing?? (using YYJ Destiny)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-bearing-is-most-suitable-for-5a-yo-yoing-using-yyj-destiny/69046)
**Author:** [@Silverkno](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Silverkno)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2014, 1:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-bearing-is-most-suitable-for-5a-yo-yoing-using-yyj-destiny/69046 "2014-08-31T01:12:17Z")
I come up with some bearings like Terrapin swing cut, Dif-e-yo konkave and Onedrop 10-ball bearings. I mainly play 5a yo-yoing and my throw is a YYJ Destiny! Honestly I don’t want the original YYJ Speed bearing … --- ## [Lathe Buying Guide (please sticky?)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lathe-buying-guide-please-sticky/7997)
**Author:** [@kyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kyo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2014, 1:57am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lathe-buying-guide-please-sticky/7997 "2014-08-31T01:57:37Z")
Ok, I get this question A LOT… and a while back I finally just wrote a guide for it… I finally figured I should share with everyone else. The question of course is “What do I need, why, and how much does it cost?” The… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=68) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=70)