# Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=97 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 98 --- ## [Popstar "Ano" HELP!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/popstar-ano-help/55494)
**Author:** [@YoYoCp](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoCp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 1:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/popstar-ano-help/55494 "2013-06-23T13:41:50Z")
My new popstar splash “ano” have tiny black spots. Is this normal to all yyf popstars? Do all popstars has this problem? Help please! :cry: --- ## [DV888 - Fett Edition....... DMII pics added 5/9/13](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-fett-edition-dmii-pics-added-5-9-13/52772)
**Author:** [@Doctor](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Doctor)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 9:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-fett-edition-dmii-pics-added-5-9-13/52772 "2013-06-22T21:10:55Z")
First and foremost, please let me know what you all think of this. Its my first attempt at “modding” a yoyo and so far, I’m very please with it. Take a look at the pictures, read the story, and let me know what you think… --- ## [how do i make unresponsive a metal drifter](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-i-make-unresponsive-a-metal-drifter/54949)
**Author:** [@JP114117](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JP114117)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 12:20am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-i-make-unresponsive-a-metal-drifter/54949 "2013-06-22T00:20:37Z")
i have a drifter and i want to make it unresponsive, how do i do it --- ## [Yet another bearing thread.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yet-another-bearing-thread/55400)
**Author:** [@Yoyo\_Kangaroo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo_Kangaroo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 11:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yet-another-bearing-thread/55400 "2013-06-21T23:41:09Z")
Well, I have an Alpha Crash in front of me, and I can’t get the bearing out. Drill bit method? The axles stuck. Is it possible to remove it? String method? Dang spacers! Pliers method? Nope. Freezer method? Dang plas… --- ## ["Sticky" DV888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sticky-dv888/55391)
**Author:** [@redneckyoyoer3826](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/redneckyoyoer3826)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 9:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sticky-dv888/55391 "2013-06-21T21:44:34Z")
Ok, so I have had my DV888 for a while now, and it has been feeling kinda “sticky”. Like, it doesn’t grind as well and it feels somewhat dirty/sticky. Is there any way to make this go away? Could I use a wet paper towel … --- ## [Bearing stuck](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-stuck/55251)
**Author:** [@andy569](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/andy569)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 7:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-stuck/55251 "2013-06-21T19:21:51Z")
So i know there are dozens of other threads about this and Ive read a bunch and tried some methods but none of them are working. The bearing on my Severe 2010 just won’t come off. Ive used pliers, put the yoyo in the fre… --- ## [TELL ME YOUR METHODS FOR REMOVING STUCK BEARINGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tell-me-your-methods-for-removing-stuck-bearings/55323)
**Author:** [@Apollo2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Apollo2)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 3:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tell-me-your-methods-for-removing-stuck-bearings/55323 "2013-06-21T15:23:31Z")
I have a new sine // saw, and the bearing died. I have tried EVERYTHING!!! HELP! --- ## [Catch Zone Rings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/catch-zone-rings/55326)
**Author:** [@Quickie\_Silver](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Quickie_Silver)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 4:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/catch-zone-rings/55326 "2013-06-21T04:53:12Z")
Can anyone here machine me some catch zone rings in my Albatross, similar to what is on the Triton. --- ## [Terrapin dry lube???](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/terrapin-dry-lube/55330)
**Author:** [@atombomb3r](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/atombomb3r)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 3:56am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/terrapin-dry-lube/55330 "2013-06-21T03:56:07Z")
Will this work in any bearing or only Terrapins??, --- ## [If I don't don't have thin lube . . .](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-i-dont-dont-have-thin-lube/55324)
**Author:** [@YoNinja](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoNinja)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 2:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-i-dont-dont-have-thin-lube/55324 "2013-06-21T02:27:19Z")
what could I use instead? --- ## [IMPORTANT](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/important/55216)
**Author:** [@Apollo2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Apollo2)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 1:57am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/important/55216 "2013-06-21T01:57:32Z")
Im getting a 1 of 2 two tone canvas on wednesday. This is a very rare and precious throw but it has shallow damage. Since i still need the rare colorway to be visible, i will only be polishing the catch-zone. Since it se… --- ## [Last Resort for someone broke?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/last-resort-for-someone-broke/54676)
**Author:** [@yoing4lyf](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoing4lyf)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 7:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/last-resort-for-someone-broke/54676 "2013-06-20T19:20:34Z")
So, long story short, I’ve been very very… short on money, like I don’t have a dime. I usually take my time cleaning my yoyos and make sure all are nice and clean so they play great all the time. Recently, I ran out of l… --- ## [Getting the shields off of a yomega bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/getting-the-shields-off-of-a-yomega-bearing/55335)
**Author:** [@Oracle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Oracle)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 7:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/getting-the-shields-off-of-a-yomega-bearing/55335 "2013-06-20T19:18:30Z")
What is the best way to de-shield a yomega yo yo bearing --- ## [can you hubstack a REGULAR Genesis](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-you-hubstack-a-regular-genesis/54205)
**Author:** [@Anthony](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Anthony)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 11:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-you-hubstack-a-regular-genesis/54205 "2013-06-19T23:43:48Z")
i have a REGULAR genesis and i was wondering can you hubstack one or is it just for the hubstacked genesis version only? the little wall sticking out on the side is it big enough to fit a size a bearing? --- ## [onestar caps](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/onestar-caps/54318)
**Author:** [@actionM88](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/actionM88)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 11:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/onestar-caps/54318 "2013-06-19T23:35:08Z")
Just wandering if I can remove the YYF ShaqlerStar or Onestar caps? I’d like to mod them somehow. --- ## [Bearing stuck in hubtack](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-stuck-in-hubtack/55294)
**Author:** [@themaddoughnut](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/themaddoughnut)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 11:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-stuck-in-hubtack/55294 "2013-06-19T23:19:27Z")
So after i took the hubstacks off of my skyline, i wanted to put them back in. however, all the tutorials i’ve watched require the bearing being separate from the actual hubstack. Any ideas on how to get it out? --- ## [Brake cleaner?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/brake-cleaner/55310)
**Author:** [@bassthumb32](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bassthumb32)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 9:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/brake-cleaner/55310 "2013-06-19T21:20:32Z")
Has anyone used brake cleaner to clean their bearings? It doesn’t seem to harm auto parts and I have a ton of it available. Thanks. --- ## [hspin silicone alternate?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hspin-silicone-alternate/54972)
**Author:** [@throwrw](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/throwrw)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 1:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hspin-silicone-alternate/54972 "2013-06-19T01:05:59Z")
What can I use for response in an Icon? YYE has no more spin silicone replacement pads and I need to replace the pads in this bad boy. --- ## [d42kn355 Mods:Yet another modded FHZ, Pro-Z, Hayabusa](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/d42kn355-mods-yet-another-modded-fhz-pro-z-hayabusa/53661)
**Author:** [@d42kn355](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/d42kn355)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 11:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/d42kn355-mods-yet-another-modded-fhz-pro-z-hayabusa/53661 "2013-06-18T11:51:40Z")
First time recessing and first time painting an FHZ :slight\_smile: http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb160/XxSuBtLexxPaInxX/Painted%20or%20Modified%20YoYos/IMG\_20130515\_235304\_zpsa7e7c421.jpg http://i206.photobucket.c… --- ## [Duncan Pro-Z: My first successful mod!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-pro-z-my-first-successful-mod/55219)
**Author:** [@Jdrabik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jdrabik)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 4:55am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-pro-z-my-first-successful-mod/55219 "2013-06-18T04:55:27Z")
So, yesterday I decided to try to mod my Pro-Z. It turned out pretty good! I added some weight rings, sanded the starburst down, and added a worn friction sticker, and it plays great. Here are some pictures: http://htt… --- ## [Paper bearing cleaning with pictures](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/paper-bearing-cleaning-with-pictures/54808)
**Author:** [@Yoyo\_Kangaroo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo_Kangaroo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2013, 2:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/paper-bearing-cleaning-with-pictures/54808 "2013-06-16T14:05:37Z")
So, you have your bearing, and your paper. So you fold your paper like this… Then you take the other side and fold it along the edge of the first fold… So now it’s all nice and pointy… And we put it in… --- ## [Cracking triggers?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cracking-triggers/54900)
**Author:** [@Bcmaddog](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bcmaddog)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2013, 1:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cracking-triggers/54900 "2013-06-16T13:55:19Z")
I might get a Trigger for 5a… But, what is the percent that it will crack easily or quickly? Im not very good at 5a and will drop a lot… Would i just be better off to keep my PGM for 5a or get a trigger? Just dont want… --- ## [HEY looking for someone to retap a stripped chief!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hey-looking-for-someone-to-retap-a-stripped-chief/55081)
**Author:** [@mordo613](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mordo613)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2013, 7:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hey-looking-for-someone-to-retap-a-stripped-chief/55081 "2013-06-15T19:54:19Z")
Looking for someone reliable and trustworthy and cheap! So please pm me if u are able to do it. I won’t be on until sat night so pm me and I’ll use the person who is the best mix of the 3!!! Thank u!! --- ## [Where to Buy Foam Replacement for Yoyo Bag](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-to-buy-foam-replacement-for-yoyo-bag/54980)
**Author:** [@bazz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bazz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2013, 7:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-to-buy-foam-replacement-for-yoyo-bag/54980 "2013-06-15T19:52:27Z")
Hi guys, I have an old Yomega Y3A yoyo bag from like 10 years back. I once removed the foam cushioning for the yoyos and it’s long gone. Instead of buying a complete new yoyo bag, I was wondering if I could just buy fo… --- ## [SG sticker](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sg-sticker/55079)
**Author:** [@yoyorookie24](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyorookie24)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2013, 11:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sg-sticker/55079 "2013-06-14T23:58:43Z")
What do you use in removing the clear protective layer of the top of the SG sticker? --- ## [Fresh from the woodshop fixed axle fun](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fresh-from-the-woodshop-fixed-axle-fun/55025)
**Author:** [@once\_upon\_a\_paul](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/once_upon_a_paul)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2013, 9:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fresh-from-the-woodshop-fixed-axle-fun/55025 "2013-06-14T21:28:21Z")
. --- ## [metropolis string snapping.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/metropolis-string-snapping/55033)
**Author:** [@throwrw](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/throwrw)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2013, 4:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/metropolis-string-snapping/55033 "2013-06-14T16:30:10Z")
So traded for a metropolis recently… There was a known problem of string snapping that i was well aware of before trading. I played it for a bit and string was ok. Finally the string snapped and it flew across the room, … --- ## [Does anyone know?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-anyone-know/55037)
**Author:** [@Rosariyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Rosariyoyo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2013, 2:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-anyone-know/55037 "2013-06-14T02:06:11Z")
I want to know if there is a way to clean a bearing from a protostar, as the bearing cannot be removed as far as I know --- ## [The best bearing out there](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-best-bearing-out-there/54331)
**Author:** [@Anthony](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Anthony)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 9:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-best-bearing-out-there/54331 "2013-06-13T21:14:07Z")
I was wondering whats the best bearing? A 10 ball from one drop a yoyofactory standard size C a center trac a terrapin x a konkave dif-e-yo? which one? --- ## [Loose axle problem (Shinwoo Techno 2) need help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loose-axle-problem-shinwoo-techno-2-need-help/54979)
**Author:** [@firetricks](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/firetricks)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 7:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loose-axle-problem-shinwoo-techno-2-need-help/54979 "2013-06-13T19:42:58Z")
So i have this shinwoo techno i’m showing in the video and it has a loose axle, i don’t have a replacement axle so i have to fix it , i saw the video of Andre where he said i should use a loctite to fix it, but i didn’t … [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=96) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-modification-and-maintenance/12.md?no_subcategories=false&page=98)