# Clear throws for painting the inside **URL:** \ **Category:** Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance\ **Created:** [February 7, 2019, 9:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604 "2019-02-07T21:37:48Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 16\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![GoBob](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/b5e925/32.png) [@GoBob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GoBob)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2019, 9:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/1 "2019-02-07T21:37:48Z")
I’m looking to give a throw a paint job and it seems like getting a clear plastic and painting the inside is the best option. Freehand Zero is the classic option, but I can’t find any, so I’m waiting on a NextGen to come in. Does anyone know what other options I have? Emphasis on clear body and caps, relatively inexpensive(but not crap), and actually obtainable. I might make a couple, so I’m open to suggestions. Also, i would appreciate any tips from anyone who’s painted the insides of throws. It seems like it will be relatively straightforward, as long as I remember to paint “backwards” image-wise and layer-wise. Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![Myk\_Myk](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/myk_myk/32/63087_2.png) [@Myk\_Myk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Myk_Myk)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2019, 10:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/2 "2019-02-07T22:07:48Z")
> **[YYF Fast 201](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/products/yyf-fast-201-yoyo?variant=18870353540)** > > YoYoFactory presents the F.A.S.T. 201 - the first yo-yo in their line to feature their unique "fully active starburst technology."With three settings of play you can tune the FAST 201 for beginner to intermediate tricks - just adjust the gap and line... But maybe to lowfi for you? I have a clear FH Zero. PM me, maybe we can work something out. ---
**Author:** ![yoyospirit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyospirit/32/219875_2.png) [@yoyospirit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyospirit)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2019, 10:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/3 "2019-02-07T22:13:00Z")
Yoyorecreation Faye is a solid choice. ---
**Author:** ![YoYoExpertGarrett](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyoexpertgarrett/32/1543_2.png) [@YoYoExpertGarrett](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoExpertGarrett)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2019, 10:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/4 "2019-02-07T22:16:20Z")
Yeah we don’t have a ton of clear yo-yos right now. 720s would be good if you want a looping yo-yo to paint: > **[Loop 720 - Japan Edition](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/yoyos/products/loop-720-japan-edition-yoyofactory-yoyo?variant=15846169083978)** > > YoYoFactory has been working hard to redefine their 2A looping yo-yo lineup. The new Loop 720 is quickly becoming a staple among 2A players around the world! The new Loop720 is the 2A yo-yo that will help you progress to advanced tricks. Built around... And, not the most popular choice, but still a fun yo-yo with a large surface to paint - Nine Dragons: [https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/yoyofactory/products/yoyofactory-nine-dragons?variant=12093022109770](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/yoyofactory/products/yoyofactory-nine-dragons?variant=12093022109770) ---
**Author:** ![jhb8426](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jhb8426/32/631_2.png) [@jhb8426](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jhb8426)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2019, 12:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/5 "2019-02-08T00:48:15Z")
Looking for a clear FHZ or YYJ Journey to paint… Here ya go. > [@BC, Buzz-On, Tom Kuhn, Yomega, YoYo Jam, Yoyo Factory, Spintastics](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dif-e-yo-tom-kuhn-bc-proyo-hsipn-yoyojam-new-item/84160): > > Well, I’m running down the road Tryin’ to loosen my load… Time to clean house. More to come. Prices include shipping to continental U.S. only. Make an offer. If it’s listed, it’s available. Tom Kuhn Yoyos BC Fixed Axle YoYos New In Box These are basically the same size, weight and profile as the TK yoyos above. The main difference being they are not take apart. BC Champion, new in box - $25.00 shipped BC Phantom, black, new in box - Sold BC Phantom, blue, new in box - $25.00 shipped BC… > [@GoBob](#): > > It seems like it will be relatively straightforward, as long as I remember to paint “backwards” image-wise and layer-wise. Thanks! Yes, that’s the secret. ---
**Author:** ![GoBob](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/b5e925/32.png) [@GoBob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GoBob)\ **Post date:** [February 9, 2019, 11:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/6 "2019-02-09T23:45:10Z")
Nice suggestions, thank you all. @Myk_Myk I was looking at the Fast 201, but it seems like it might be a pain to get the caps off. Any experience with that? @YoYoExpertGarrett How easy is it to pop off the 720’s caps? I have a 360 and it looks like I need to dig a knife in to pop the cap. The Nine Dragons is a little too rich for my blood for this project, though shell seems to protect the rims. I wouldn’t expect the side caps to take much damage and reviews make me think that painting/airbrushing wouldn’t add any noticeable extra vibe. I got the Freehand NextGen in. The side caps were pretty easy to pop off by pushing down on the axle. I was a bit dismayed to find that the cap has a circle of plastic to contact the spacer, but I might be able to work with it. There’s also a very obvious bit of globbed plastic from the injection point of the mold. Looks like the FHZ has the same bit. What’s the best method for getting off the logos? I thought I saw someone mention brake fluid, but I was thinking about trying iso alcohol and maybe a couple modeling methods of paint removal. ---
**Author:** ![Mod\_Deeb](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/ecb155/32.png) [@Mod\_Deeb](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mod_Deeb)\ **Post date:** [February 10, 2019, 12:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/7 "2019-02-10T00:15:19Z")
I think you can get a recess first base for 20 bucks in clear, but I don’t know where to get one right now. Last time I checked they were everywhere, but now I can’t find one. I hear they’re a good throw though. ---
**Author:** ![jhb8426](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jhb8426/32/631_2.png) [@jhb8426](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jhb8426)\ **Post date:** [February 10, 2019, 12:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/8 "2019-02-10T00:28:26Z")
> [@GoBob](#): > > There’s also a very obvious bit of globbed plastic from the injection point of the mold. **Looks like the FHZ has the same bit.** > > What’s the best method for getting off the logos? I thought I saw someone mention **brake fluid** Never noticed any **globbed plastic** on the FHZ. Have had a few and seen some nicley painted ones. Same for the YYJ Journey. **Brake fluid** is the usually accepted method of removing the logo. I’ve used iso alcohol to clean yoyos. It’s never affected the logos. Don’t use acetone or lacquer thinner as they will melt the plastic. ---
**Author:** ![Myk\_Myk](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/myk_myk/32/63087_2.png) [@Myk\_Myk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Myk_Myk)\ **Post date:** [February 10, 2019, 5:52am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/9 "2019-02-10T05:52:13Z")
> [@GoBob](#): > > @Myk_Myk I was looking at the Fast 201, but it seems like it might be a pain to get the caps off. Any experience with that? They are not difficult to remove IIRC. YYF (or Dave’s Skilltoys) even had a painting contest back when they first released them. I don’t remember the results, and wish I could see the pics of what people did. @YOHANS do you remember that, and could you share pics, if you have them? I never got around to painting mine, but that’s probably not a great loss to the art world. I think you can still find the Spintastics Trompo Grande in clear. That’s a great “canvas” for panting! The only downside is if you want to play with it, you should tape it. I tried years ago to find clear electrical tape, or any flexible tape, so that the paint would show through. I didn’t have any luck, but maybe there is something now? Not that I painted any, but I have three Higby ones. I’ll try to get a pic posted. ---
**Author:** ![jhb8426](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jhb8426/32/631_2.png) [@jhb8426](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jhb8426)\ **Post date:** [February 10, 2019, 6:22am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/10 "2019-02-10T06:22:20Z")
> [@Myk\_Myk](#): > > Not that I painted any, but I have three Higby ones. I’ll try to get a pic posted. Sort of like this one (YYJ Journey)… ![YYJ_Journey_v1](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/2/5/3/2535dae392e66de2bce5171c6c7133c9298afb09.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Myk\_Myk](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/myk_myk/32/63087_2.png) [@Myk\_Myk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Myk_Myk)\ **Post date:** [February 10, 2019, 6:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/11 "2019-02-10T06:26:22Z")
Nice! I’ve got several Higby painted yo-yos, but I meant I have 3- Trompo Grandes painted by him. I’ll try to get some pics of the yoyos as well. ---
**Author:** ![YoYoExpertGarrett](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyoexpertgarrett/32/1543_2.png) [@YoYoExpertGarrett](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoExpertGarrett)\ **Post date:** [February 10, 2019, 7:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/12 "2019-02-10T19:47:45Z")
> [@GoBob](#): > > How easy is it to pop off the 720’s caps? Ya know… I’m not too sure actually. I can take a look at them Monday when I get to the office. ---
**Author:** ![NinjaB](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/8e7dd6/32.png) [@NinjaB](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/NinjaB)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2019, 2:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/13 "2019-02-13T14:39:08Z")
YYF Wedge is available in clear. ---
**Author:** ![YoYoExpertGarrett](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyoexpertgarrett/32/1543_2.png) [@YoYoExpertGarrett](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoExpertGarrett)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2019, 3:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/14 "2019-02-13T15:23:30Z")
Yeah, scratch the 720s, that cap seems like a pain to get off. We did just get in a restock of Clear Freehand NextGen though. They should work well: > **[Freehand NextGen](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/products/freehand-nextgen-yoyo-by-duncan)** > > The Freehand collection has to be the most iconic of the modern Duncan line. This latest edition picks up right where the Freehand PRO left off - The Freehand NextGen! The new Freehand NextGen was designed to provide modern yo-yo players with the... ---
**Author:** ![Myk\_Myk](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/myk_myk/32/63087_2.png) [@Myk\_Myk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Myk_Myk)\ **Post date:** [March 5, 2019, 5:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/15 "2019-03-05T17:11:40Z")
We’re waiting… for pics…! 😁 ---
**Author:** ![GoBob](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/b5e925/32.png) [@GoBob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GoBob)\ **Post date:** [March 7, 2019, 3:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clear-throws-for-painting-the-inside/298604/16 "2019-03-07T15:30:10Z")
Oh wow, I got distracted and forgot to come back to this(I have a couple months before I “need” to have this done). I’ll have to grab a pic of the injection point on the NextGen I have to show that bit off. The main problem is that plastic circle in the middle of the cap. I’m going to try to go for the design I was originally looking to do, but if I’m not happy with that, I’ll probably just do a splashy type paint job with metallic paints. I swear I’ll post pics when I actually finish it!