# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=91 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 92 --- ## [Snow Tire Question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/snow-tire-question/57948)
**Author:** [@crazyshanky2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/crazyshanky2)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 10:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/snow-tire-question/57948 "2013-08-17T22:59:31Z")
What is the difference between aqua and normal snow tires? --- ## [Lathe Set up?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lathe-set-up/56176)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 10:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lathe-set-up/56176 "2013-08-17T22:56:13Z")
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-speed-mini-lathe-22106/p-00922106000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1 If I bought that lathe, would I need a new jaw or something to hold the yoyo half? I really want to start doing stuf… --- ## [How long?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-long/58050)
**Author:** [@BeneTan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BeneTan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 7:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-long/58050 "2013-08-17T07:37:31Z")
Hey, I tried to find info on this in the forum, but i wasnt able to so i m sorry if these questions were already answered. So i got a OD 10 Ball bearing recently, and i really was happy with it for the first day. i jus… --- ## [How do I keep my Onedrop 10 ball quiet?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-i-keep-my-onedrop-10-ball-quiet/58033)
**Author:** [@mordo613](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mordo613)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 2:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-i-keep-my-onedrop-10-ball-quiet/58033 "2013-08-17T02:31:02Z")
I’ve noticed that 10 balls don’t keep their quietness and get noisier with time. I just got a really quiet 10 ball and was wondering how I keep it that way! I know the obvious answer is lube but I’ve noticed lube make my… --- ## [Dif-E-Yo Tank Pad Size?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dif-e-yo-tank-pad-size/58041)
**Author:** [@yoyospirit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyospirit)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 2:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dif-e-yo-tank-pad-size/58041 "2013-08-17T02:07:45Z")
Hey, does anyone know if Duncan Silicone Pads 13.7mm will fit a Dif-E-Yo Tank? Thanks! --- ## [Response](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response/58012)
**Author:** [@Halt](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Halt)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 5:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response/58012 "2013-08-16T17:32:54Z")
One of my bearings needed to be cleaned. It was my first time cleaning a bearing and once I was done the yoyo was super responsive. I was told to expect this but after 30 min. It didn’t get any better. I used paint thinn… --- ## [ZSTACKS ASSEMBLANCE PLEASE HELP!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/zstacks-assemblance-please-help/57954)
**Author:** [@Shawn200110](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Shawn200110)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 5:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/zstacks-assemblance-please-help/57954 "2013-08-16T17:18:00Z")
I got a magic yoyo n9 a little while ago and took the z stacks off because they were being really noisy and I honestly didn’t have any use for them. So I put the parts in a little bag. Today, I decided to put the stack… --- ## [Solid Spin Axle repair questions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/solid-spin-axle-repair-questions/57767)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 5:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/solid-spin-axle-repair-questions/57767 "2013-08-16T17:16:44Z")
OK, my son has a Fiesta XX. Well, he has a second now. But, we’ll stick with the white one here, which is the one having an issue. The Solid Spin axle is, while tight, it keeps slipping a bit and the gap gets smaller. C… --- ## [SPR Kits for this day & age.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spr-kits-for-this-day-age/57810)
**Author:** [@AzrinRain](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AzrinRain)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 3:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spr-kits-for-this-day-age/57810 "2013-08-16T03:43:17Z")
Good day folks, i’m wondering if i could still find an SPR kit to put on my Cold Fusion? It just makes me cringe knowing that a once great throw is limited to old tech (cork pads). Regards, Azrin. --- ## [Terrapin X Dry Play on the inner race](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/terrapin-x-dry-play-on-the-inner-race/57902)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 3:40am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/terrapin-x-dry-play-on-the-inner-race/57902 "2013-08-16T03:40:04Z")
I’m sure that many of you have used Terrapin X Dry Play, and you know that you apply it to the outer race. I decided to do some experimenting and try to apply it to the inner race as well as the outer race, and I had gre… --- ## [Cleaning Bearing Questions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-bearing-questions/57970)
**Author:** [@DMYoYo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DMYoYo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 8:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-bearing-questions/57970 "2013-08-15T20:18:01Z")
I was wondering what some good cleaners are. This is my first time cleaning my bearing. It’s a SPEED bearing if that helps. :slight\_smile: --- ## [Help - stuck YYF bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-stuck-yyf-bearing/57907)
**Author:** [@SnipeR](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SnipeR)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 11:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-stuck-yyf-bearing/57907 "2013-08-14T23:15:09Z")
Guys please dont think this is spamm i just registered here and i need some help with my yoyo it is weird acting can i ask in this topic ‘‘general’’ about that help i want to ask? or if not guide me please to the right… --- ## [SPEED Bearing problem](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/speed-bearing-problem/57913)
**Author:** [@DMYoYo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DMYoYo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 7:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/speed-bearing-problem/57913 "2013-08-14T19:52:49Z")
I don’t know if something got in it(I don’t think so) or one of the little balls got out of place, but my SPEED bearing just suddenly started being a lot louder, then it was responsive, and it’s just not the way it used … --- ## [installing Shinwoo Light Kit on a DARK MAGIC 2 yoyo ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/installing-shinwoo-light-kit-on-a-dark-magic-2-yoyo/57905)
**Author:** [@jiggyfly](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jiggyfly)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 7:39am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/installing-shinwoo-light-kit-on-a-dark-magic-2-yoyo/57905 "2013-08-14T07:39:41Z")
I’ve been having a lot of fun with this light kit . It works very well with the dm2 , even with the added weight it still plays awesome . --- ## [Yoyo Stands / Displays?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-stands-displays/57864)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 3:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-stands-displays/57864 "2013-08-14T03:41:50Z")
How can I make nice looking yoyo display stands, cheaper than the Onedrop displays? Thanks! --- ## [tuning question...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tuning-question/57890)
**Author:** [@WAT-AAH](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WAT-AAH)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 3:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tuning-question/57890 "2013-08-14T03:27:51Z")
so if i have a b-grade with a little vibe can i tune if out…btw if a skywalker if that helps --- ## [Hspin Beysick Axle Size](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hspin-beysick-axle-size/57884)
**Author:** [@Kristoph10](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Kristoph10)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 2:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hspin-beysick-axle-size/57884 "2013-08-14T02:48:15Z")
Does anyone know what size hspin beysick axles are? If so, do you know where I can get one? --- ## [Alpha crash caps](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alpha-crash-caps/57872)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 2:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/alpha-crash-caps/57872 "2013-08-14T02:14:51Z")
How do I take out alpha crash caps? --- ## [Help With A CAD Drawing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-a-cad-drawing/57837)
**Author:** [@ShiiFtyy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ShiiFtyy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 12:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-a-cad-drawing/57837 "2013-08-14T00:02:07Z")
The title is pretty explanatory - I’ve it made, however I’m extremely unsure about the weight it possesses. I use AutoCAD2013, and every time I use massprop, I get a number of around 20 for mass and volume. However there… --- ## [My bearing wont spin that long on a flick.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-bearing-wont-spin-that-long-on-a-flick/57804)
**Author:** [@yoyonut](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyonut)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 6:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-bearing-wont-spin-that-long-on-a-flick/57804 "2013-08-13T18:14:45Z")
Hey all, My bearing will spin about 3 seconds on a flick, and I have heard of people having bearings spin 30-40 seconds on a flick. Is this a problem(should I clean it/lube it) or should I ignore it and try to keep play… --- ## [Making Baz-Pads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/making-baz-pads/57730)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 3:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/making-baz-pads/57730 "2013-08-13T15:41:45Z")
I know there’s a way to make them yourself right? How do you do it? --- ## [Finding a "machinist".](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/finding-a-machinist/57832)
**Author:** [@dcs937](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dcs937)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 1:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/finding-a-machinist/57832 "2013-08-13T01:12:14Z")
Ok. To get a yoyo made. After you get the CAD drawing finished I am guessing the next step is to find someone to machine the drawing at the cheapest rate. Does anyone know of any? Should the drawing be 2d or 3d? Is there… --- ## [who does nickel now?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/who-does-nickel-now/57829)
**Author:** [@Capes](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Capes)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2013, 9:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/who-does-nickel-now/57829 "2013-08-12T21:08:47Z")
like the title says. looking to get a few Set Sails Nickeled. shoot me a msg, thanks! --- ## [Retapping Needed](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/retapping-needed/57828)
**Author:** [@YoYoJordan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoJordan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2013, 9:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/retapping-needed/57828 "2013-08-12T21:02:56Z")
Hello, I recently received a stripped SuperNova and would like to know who would be someone to go to for this kind of job. Shoot me a pm if you’re willing. --- ## [RecRev "STAX" axle system?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recrev-stax-axle-system/57760)
**Author:** [@Tetrahedron](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Tetrahedron)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2013, 7:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recrev-stax-axle-system/57760 "2013-08-12T19:54:08Z")
Okay, so I got this RecRev in a trade. I cannot take the two halves apart. How does this axle system work? Trifecta bearing or whatever is garbage so I need to change it. --- ## [Replacement pads for N12 Shark](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/replacement-pads-for-n12-shark/57797)
**Author:** [@GoCrazyForYoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GoCrazyForYoyo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2013, 9:16am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/replacement-pads-for-n12-shark/57797 "2013-08-12T09:16:56Z")
Does it use CBC slim pads? --- ## [Barracuda Response Pads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/barracuda-response-pads/57769)
**Author:** [@BeneTan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BeneTan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 9:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/barracuda-response-pads/57769 "2013-08-11T21:33:30Z")
Hey, just a short question. do the 19mm slim pads from YYF fit on the Barracuda? cant find any info on this anywhere, it seems like any 19mm slim pad should fit,are they all the same exact size and thickness? just want … --- ## [I seriously need help!! Axle Probs!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-seriously-need-help-axle-probs/57335)
**Author:** [@Gerard897](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Gerard897)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 1:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-seriously-need-help-axle-probs/57335 "2013-08-11T13:46:57Z")
I was watching this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ob6JeIyfeNU I was dumb enough to try it out on my yuuksta then I got my 888x axle stuck on one side. People say use the axle removal tool, so I bought one and gue… --- ## [Freehand Zero Recessed](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/freehand-zero-recessed/57673)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 3:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/freehand-zero-recessed/57673 "2013-08-11T03:02:52Z")
Hi I have an FHZ. I was looking to get it recessed. I’m not sure if I should get it single or double recessed. What do you think? --- ## [Yomega Nebula is unresponsive, help?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-nebula-is-unresponsive-help/57722)
**Author:** [@Hayden](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hayden)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 9:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-nebula-is-unresponsive-help/57722 "2013-08-10T21:22:08Z")
A few months ago I took an interest in yoyos and went out to look for some good ones. I had no experience in any company so when I saw Yomega looking all flashy and neat on Amazon, I got the 3 pack (Brain, Fireball, Raid… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=90) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=92)