# how to make wide gap yoyo more responsive? **URL:** \ **Category:** Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance\ **Created:** [January 17, 2014, 6:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062 "2014-01-17T06:11:20Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 9\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![rimhardigan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/rimhardigan/32/1485_2.png) [@rimhardigan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rimhardigan)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2014, 6:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062/1 "2014-01-17T06:11:20Z")
so i’ve got a magic n5 desperado, which is a good yoyo. only problem is that the gap is so wide that it’s dang near impossible to bind. any help? ---
**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:** [January 17, 2014, 6:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062/2 "2014-01-17T06:35:04Z")
Well, you could find a narrower bearing to replace whatever came stock. Many people have done that with the HSPIN Lily. Worked wonders for that yoyo. Or you could lube the bearing a bit. That always makes things a bit more responsive. ---
**Author:** ![stickman](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/stickman/32/72733_2.png) [@stickman](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/stickman)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2014, 7:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062/3 "2014-01-17T07:19:41Z")
You might also try using a wider (Fatter) string. Maybe the Toxic Thick Metz, or the Kitty Fats. ---
**Author:** ![sparhawk](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/94ad74/32.png) [@sparhawk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sparhawk)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2014, 2:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062/4 "2014-01-17T14:26:47Z")
magicyoyo pads are not very good as well May want to try a different response if you haven’t already ---
**Author:** ![jbritter3](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jbritter3/32/1265_2.png) [@jbritter3](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jbritter3)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2014, 6:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062/5 "2014-01-17T18:45:30Z")
All good advice. I’d recommend replacing pads and if that doesn’t work then thicker string and if that doesn’t work maybe u just can’t bind well lol ---
**Author:** ![rimhardigan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/rimhardigan/32/1485_2.png) [@rimhardigan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rimhardigan)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2014, 8:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062/6 "2014-01-17T20:52:25Z")
ya i’ve been using fat strings. what response pads would be grippier and fit the groove that you guys know of? i’ll replace the pads if i know what to look for… ---
**Author:** ![jbritter3](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jbritter3/32/1265_2.png) [@jbritter3](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jbritter3)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2014, 10:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062/7 "2014-01-17T22:48:48Z")
> [@rimhardigan](#): > > ya i’ve been using fat strings. what response pads would be grippier and fit the groove that you guys know of? i’ll replace the pads if i know what to look for… you could just use flowable silicone, will fit any gap (deep enough) ---
**Author:** ![rimhardigan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/rimhardigan/32/1485_2.png) [@rimhardigan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rimhardigan)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2014, 5:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062/8 "2014-01-18T05:26:07Z")
> [@jbritter3](#): > > you could just use flowable silicone, will fit any gap (deep enough) ya i’ve heard the words flowbale silicone alot now. still not really sure what it is but i’ll look into it i guess. ---
**Author:** ![jbritter3](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jbritter3/32/1265_2.png) [@jbritter3](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jbritter3)\ **Post date:** [January 19, 2014, 1:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-make-wide-gap-yoyo-more-responsive/63062/9 "2014-01-19T01:13:52Z")
> [@rimhardigan](#): > > ya i’ve heard the words flowbale silicone alot now. still not really sure what it is but i’ll look into it i guess. > **[Flowable Silicone](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/products/flowable-yoyo-silicone)** > > With Silicone now the standard in yo-yo play today flowable silicone is for those who want to always be prepared when they need new response or to the player who has extreme response demands.This silicone is normally used as a sealant for windshields... You just pour into the recess, scrap off excess with a credit card or spoon and let sit for 24 hours. cheap effective response that a lot of people like.