# Is it me or the yo-yo? **URL:** \ **Category:** General Yo-Yo\ **Created:** [January 16, 2020, 6:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-me-or-the-yo-yo/313733 "2020-01-16T18:34:37Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Showing post:** 44
**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 18, 2020, 7:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-me-or-the-yo-yo/313733/44 "2020-01-18T19:09:17Z")
> [@Avvatar](#): > > That is how I learned to tune my yoyos. Keep in mind that the tuning method described in the mods and maintenance guides applies only to yoyos with a removable hex bolt and nut axle. Also tightening does not imply that you tighten it if you feel more vibe. The tuning involves rotating the axle or nut one notch at a time and seeing if it makes a difference. Continued tightening as I read your comment above will result in a stripped axle thread. > [@How to tune a yo-yo with a hex bolt axle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-tune-a-yo-yo-with-a-hex-bolt-axle/16460): > > This is a hex head bolt: [image] Many yo-yos, especially those older ones, use this type of axle. The Freehand Zero and almost all plastic Duncan yo-yos, the One Drop Project, and others all use this type of axle. To tune a yo-yo with a hex bolt axle all you need to do is this: Take off the cap on the bolt side Then, throw the yo-yo and gently touch your finger to it. How much does it vibe after this? Take the yo-yo apart being careful to not let the bolt come out of its seat. Not… --- _[View the full topic](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-me-or-the-yo-yo/313733)._