# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=87 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 88 --- ## [Velocity maintenance](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/velocity-maintenance/59872)
**Author:** [@WECIII](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WECIII)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2013, 2:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/velocity-maintenance/59872 "2013-10-05T02:31:15Z")
Hi all. I’m new to yo-yos, and have a question about the Velocity. I’ve had it for about two months. I have it set to be completely unresponsive, but it is being as responsive as any other setting. I don’t know why this … --- ## [Playing responsive...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/playing-responsive/59777)
**Author:** [@Squall409](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Squall409)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2013, 5:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/playing-responsive/59777 "2013-10-04T05:11:24Z")
Ok this is kind of frustrating. My favorite yoyos have started to play responsive on me. I make sure to clean the bearings on them and change the string. One I know for sure needs its pads changed out. But the others I k… --- ## [The ultimate executive throw? Modified Sovereign for responsive play.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-ultimate-executive-throw-modified-sovereign-for-responsive-play/53809)
**Author:** [@Escher](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Escher)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2013, 9:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-ultimate-executive-throw-modified-sovereign-for-responsive-play/53809 "2013-10-03T21:00:11Z")
This is more for folks who have some extra cash and are new to the hobby. If you want an amazing responsive throw, keep reading… if you hate the idea of modifying limited edition throws, you may want to leave now. So -… --- ## [dark magic 2 performance mod?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-performance-mod/59555)
**Author:** [@Yoyofreak1100](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyofreak1100)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2013, 11:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-performance-mod/59555 "2013-10-01T23:57:17Z")
i offered my brother to get him a better yoyo he doesnt want to he loves the dark magic 2 he just wants to.know some not neccesarily mods but improvements other than replacing the stock bearing with a dif e yo konkave on… --- ## [Bearing problem](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-problem/59752)
**Author:** [@skatingyoyoman](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/skatingyoyoman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2013, 2:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-problem/59752 "2013-10-01T14:22:42Z")
Hey guys I recently got the YYF sticker pack. And the center track that came with it just became really grabby. I know it’s the bearing not the yoyo. Any suggestions??.??.??.?? --- ## [I machined this this morning](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-machined-this-this-morning/59562)
**Author:** [@0y0yy0y0](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/0y0yy0y0)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2013, 2:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-machined-this-this-morning/59562 "2013-10-01T14:05:24Z")
I haven’t cut the bearing seat in this one but I’m just using it as a model to write cnc codes to make 2 halves that are exactly alike. I made this on a manual lathe it took me about 2 and a half hours give or take. I do… --- ## [bearing cleaning question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-cleaning-question/59680)
**Author:** [@Jbag1489](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jbag1489)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2013, 7:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-cleaning-question/59680 "2013-10-01T07:32:32Z")
So, the bearing in my Code 2 got really loud, and a friend told me to clean the bearing, so I looked at some videos and everything and cleaned it last night. I’m just using the 10 ball bearing that came in the yoyo, and… --- ## [Bearings????](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearings/59705)
**Author:** [@mullicabob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mullicabob)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2013, 2:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearings/59705 "2013-10-01T02:30:24Z")
What’s a bearing and how do you clean them? --- ## [Yoyojam Classic, It Has Some Wobble](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyojam-classic-it-has-some-wobble/59138)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2013, 2:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyojam-classic-it-has-some-wobble/59138 "2013-10-01T02:12:48Z")
I have had 4 Yoyojam Classics in the past. I got one today, and it wobbles like crazy. This is the only one that has done this to me. I have tried Teflon taping the axle, changing bearings, tightening, loosening, and a… --- ## [FAST 201 Weightring MOD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fast-201-weightring-mod/59740)
**Author:** [@PoopiePants](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PoopiePants)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2013, 8:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fast-201-weightring-mod/59740 "2013-09-30T20:15:29Z")
I know there aren’t any people talking about these yoyo’s these days, but here’s a mod for the FAST 201 that makes it go from good to great! I have posted this in a few now defunct forums and also theYo in 2005!(and rece… --- ## [RockStar 2012 Pads Falling Out For No Reason](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rockstar-2012-pads-falling-out-for-no-reason/59638)
**Author:** [@PAPO](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PAPO)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2013, 7:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rockstar-2012-pads-falling-out-for-no-reason/59638 "2013-09-30T19:40:37Z")
They aren’t falling out all the way but they do seem to be coming unstuck, usually after extended periods of disuse, they don’s seem to be particularly worn down, and I haven’t left it strung so I don’t know what it coul… --- ## [Candy blasting trials...Hugely satisfied almost giddy!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/candy-blasting-trials-hugely-satisfied-almost-giddy/57160)
**Author:** [@mullicabob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mullicabob)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2013, 2:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/candy-blasting-trials-hugely-satisfied-almost-giddy/57160 "2013-09-30T02:43:47Z")
Been working on some candy blasting here and there. Results are far from finalized but the ground work is being laid. Pics are a no go from my phone these days so I will put them up tonight. --- ## [New to bearings & having issues](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-bearings-having-issues/59515)
**Author:** [@Daveymac99](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Daveymac99)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2013, 10:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-bearings-having-issues/59515 "2013-09-29T22:14:22Z")
Hi peeps, So I’ve been yoyoing for about 2 weeks now with a yoyojam counter attack. Despite being new to yoyoing I enjoyed how unresponsive it was. Long story short - I got a knot that required me to take my yoyo in ha… --- ## [Onestar caps](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/onestar-caps/57959)
**Author:** [@skatingyoyoman](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/skatingyoyoman)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2013, 3:57am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/onestar-caps/57959 "2013-09-29T03:57:40Z")
I can’t get the caps back in my YYF Onestar I have tried all I know but I can’t get them in. Can someone please help? --- ## [Cleaning bearings...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-bearings/59551)
**Author:** [@Squall409](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Squall409)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 2:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-bearings/59551 "2013-09-28T02:10:23Z")
Hey everyone. Really noobish question here, what are some different ways to clean your bearings? --- ## [Monkey Finger Yoyo's alternative responses](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/monkey-finger-yoyos-alternative-responses/59576)
**Author:** [@Mctron](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mctron)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 5:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/monkey-finger-yoyos-alternative-responses/59576 "2013-09-27T17:35:30Z")
Can monkeyfinger yoyos use 19mm slim pads? Because I have monkey snot, but I love the Forte so much I might just want to pop pads in the first time, so I can keep playing it. I also ordered a Gelada, so I want to know my… --- ## [Yoyospirit's Mods Updated with Classic Cap Mod](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyospirits-mods-updated-with-classic-cap-mod/52207)
**Author:** [@yoyospirit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyospirit)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 4:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyospirits-mods-updated-with-classic-cap-mod/52207 "2013-09-27T04:15:48Z")
So yea, here’s a thread to show off my mods! http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/s720x720/523253\_206380339468455\_100002894716150\_299709\_873074372\_n.jpg This is how I hubstack a duncan. (This one hon… --- ## [Looking to swap out some bearings/response pads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-to-swap-out-some-bearings-response-pads/59506)
**Author:** [@Gnirts7](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Gnirts7)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2013, 5:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-to-swap-out-some-bearings-response-pads/59506 "2013-09-26T05:26:54Z")
I’m looking to swap out a couple of bearings and I’m just kind of curious as to what you guys would suggest. I am fairly new to yoyo and I have a YYF Grind Machine, YYF SuperNova and a C3 Token. The Grind Machine is grea… --- ## [Stripped yoyo half. ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-yoyo-half/59485)
**Author:** [@Noobyoyo24](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noobyoyo24)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2013, 3:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stripped-yoyo-half/59485 "2013-09-25T03:10:12Z")
I have a duncan echo. I like the play and one side is stripped how can I get this fixed? --- ## [White Flowable Silicone ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/white-flowable-silicone/59496)
**Author:** [@yobro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yobro)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2013, 10:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/white-flowable-silicone/59496 "2013-09-24T22:50:16Z")
I’ve been using red permatex silicone on all my throws. The stuff works great but it’s not as responsive as white silicone pads. I want to find flowable white silicone. I tried this stuff: http://www.dap.com/product\_deta… --- ## [d42k n355's Painted YoYo's. My first Painted throw - Sconi' Winter CLYW Peak!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/d42k-n355s-painted-yoyos-my-first-painted-throw-sconi-winter-clyw-peak/51559)
**Author:** [@d42kn355](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/d42kn355)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2013, 10:01pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/d42k-n355s-painted-yoyos-my-first-painted-throw-sconi-winter-clyw-peak/51559 "2013-09-24T22:01:13Z")
This is the first throw I have ever painted, Hope you enjoy, Would love some feedback! Sconi’ Winter Peak --- ## [Bearing help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-help/59495)
**Author:** [@Raigo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Raigo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2013, 4:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-help/59495 "2013-09-24T04:09:17Z")
I got a dm2 and am using the speed bearing. It spun for only a min so I thin lubed it every 3-4 hours. When I flick it, unlike videos on youtube, it only spins for about 3 seconds… How do i fix this?? How do I make it … --- ## [Bearing...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing/59516)
**Author:** [@ImPerfectooo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ImPerfectooo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2013, 3:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing/59516 "2013-09-24T03:32:50Z")
Okay so I have a Canvas and it came stock with a CT but I wanted to try out a Kk bearing I had laying around, trust me it’s amazing but when ever I tighten of my Canvas near the end of screwing it together it starts to g… --- ## [Is lube (yoyo) worth it?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-lube-yoyo-worth-it/59488)
**Author:** [@locke9342](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/locke9342)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2013, 1:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-lube-yoyo-worth-it/59488 "2013-09-24T01:11:40Z")
Is lube worth it for my magic yoyo n12 and my soon to be speedaholic? Also which lube should I buy the yyj thin lube or the yyf performance oil or other? Ps Yes the “(yoyo)” was necessary this is the internet after all --- ## [Best response stickers](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-response-stickers/59493)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2013, 3:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-response-stickers/59493 "2013-09-23T03:51:36Z")
I had back in the day some carbon fiber stickers that were awesome but cant find them anymore. Anyone have some? What else might I like. Will be for a dif-e-yo by by the way. --- ## [Will Luminator weight-rings fit into a steamed wooden-DV888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/will-luminator-weight-rings-fit-into-a-steamed-wooden-dv888/59094)
**Author:** [@The\_Zee](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/The_Zee)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2013, 3:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/will-luminator-weight-rings-fit-into-a-steamed-wooden-dv888/59094 "2013-09-23T03:41:14Z")
I’m thinking of making a DV888 out of olive wood or a dark teak for my friend’s birthday. I’m putting in PGM spacers, and probably some rim-weights. I heard that Luminator weight rings are fairly inexpensive, and they lo… --- ## [Maddog painted Kendama](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/maddog-painted-kendama/59438)
**Author:** [@Bcmaddog](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bcmaddog)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2013, 5:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/maddog-painted-kendama/59438 "2013-09-22T17:15:46Z")
Today I changed from painting yoyos and did a Kendama. I call it snow and oil. It’s black with white places and Black and White speckle all over. --- ## [CLYW and OD Response](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clyw-and-od-response/59440)
**Author:** [@LeftyLink](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LeftyLink)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2013, 1:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clyw-and-od-response/59440 "2013-09-22T01:18:54Z")
Are CLYW throws only compatible with snow tires and silicone? Can I use slim pads on them? And do OD throws only use Flow Groove pads? --- ## [URGENT!!: Bad Bearing Help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/urgent-bad-bearing-help/59377)
**Author:** [@Zorro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zorro)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2013, 5:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/urgent-bad-bearing-help/59377 "2013-09-21T17:04:15Z")
Okay, so I need to know how you tell a bad bearing when you have one. I know from a reliable source that you can flick a bearing and tell if it is a bad one or not. The thing is, I have no clue what to look for when I do… --- ## [DM II unresponsive responsive?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dm-ii-unresponsive-responsive/59434)
**Author:** [@oyens](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/oyens)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2013, 3:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dm-ii-unresponsive-responsive/59434 "2013-09-21T15:48:11Z")
Hey guys, I have more of a technical question for you guys. So I stepped into the advance section of yoyo tricks right now, and I really want my DM II to be unresponsive. I am using the big ball bearing piece together … [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=86) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=88)