# Is it possible to recess YYJ yoyos? **URL:** \ **Category:** Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance\ **Created:** [February 18, 2011, 7:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891 "2011-02-18T07:17:51Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 17\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Oscarla2000](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/a698b9/32.png) [@Oscarla2000](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Oscarla2000)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 7:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/1 "2011-02-18T07:17:51Z")
Hey, I have a Dark Magic 1 yoyo and been feeling that it has been a bit too grabby. I tried to sand down the starbursts but now one side is responsive while the other side is not! So recently I’ve been thinking about trying to silicon reccess it. I can’t buy the Dark Magic 2 as no shops here sell it. Can anyone post a guide on how? ---
**Author:** ![djbcide](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/djbcide/32/638_2.png) [@djbcide](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/djbcide)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 7:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/2 "2011-02-18T07:32:34Z")
Yes it’s very doable, but you will need a lathe or something similar to recess it. ---
**Author:** ![Oscarla2000](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/a698b9/32.png) [@Oscarla2000](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Oscarla2000)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 7:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/3 "2011-02-18T07:35:57Z")
A lathe might be a bit much as I’ve been yoyoing for only a month or 2. Is it doable with a drill or something? ---
**Author:** ![djbcide](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/djbcide/32/638_2.png) [@djbcide](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/djbcide)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 7:46am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/4 "2011-02-18T07:46:37Z")
Of course, a lathe would just be for the best results. I believe a dremel would work as well, maybe even better. But alas, here’s a vid that should help you out for the drill instructions [![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/7/4/b/74b72cf40b35498009e7bdcd96c1b14879327ae7.jpeg "How to silicon recess a duncan yoyo") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2koXkqDH24) ---
**Author:** ![Oscarla2000](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/a698b9/32.png) [@Oscarla2000](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Oscarla2000)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 5:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/5 "2011-02-18T17:15:52Z")
Thanks for the video, but I dont think you can insert a screw completely through a YYJ yoyo 😛 ---
**Author:** ![XminusmikeX](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/xminusmikex/32/294_2.png) [@XminusmikeX](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/XminusmikeX)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 5:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/6 "2011-02-18T17:30:37Z")
> [@Oscarla2000](#): > > Thanks for the video, but I dont think you can insert a screw completely through a YYJ yoyo 😛 You are correct, the drill method will not work on a YYJ because you cant reverse the axle like you can on a Duncan. For a DMv1 you will need a lathe to recess it properly. Your best bet would be to ask one of the modders that has a lathe and see if they can do it for you. ---
**Author:** ![quinton](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/quinton/32/376_2.png) [@quinton](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/quinton)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 5:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/7 "2011-02-18T17:45:16Z")
I’ve seen it done with a super long drill bit. Just throwin’ that out there. ---
**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 18, 2011, 5:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/8 "2011-02-18T17:50:57Z")
In lieu of recessing it, you could get a pack of the Duncan silicone stickers and put on on. Should work ok w/the o-ring in the other side. they last a very long time. they come in two sizes - 12 and 13.7 mm. For a YYJ large bearing you need the 13.7 mm size. ---
**Author:** ![Oscarla2000](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/a698b9/32.png) [@Oscarla2000](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Oscarla2000)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 6:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/9 "2011-02-18T18:13:51Z")
Lol, oaky I guess I’ll send it to a modder. Know any trusted modders that live in Canada? Preferably Alberta, Calgary. ---
**Author:** ![XminusmikeX](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/xminusmikex/32/294_2.png) [@XminusmikeX](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/XminusmikeX)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 6:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/10 "2011-02-18T18:44:28Z")
Not sure if any of these cats are in Canada but here is a good starting point. > **[List of Trustworthy Modders](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,5371.0.html)** > > This is a list of trustworthy modders and what services they offer. To be on this list, modders must show skill and dependability in modding yo-yos as well as be a trustworthy member of the community. However, this list is not connected to... ---
**Author:** ![Oscarla2000](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/a698b9/32.png) [@Oscarla2000](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Oscarla2000)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 6:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/11 "2011-02-18T18:48:03Z")
LOL, seems like so much work and I feel soo lazy xD I guess I should just buy a new yoyo 😛 Any recommendations? And anyone know any stores that sell yoyos in Calgary? ---
**Author:** ![XminusmikeX](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/xminusmikex/32/294_2.png) [@XminusmikeX](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/XminusmikeX)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 6:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/12 "2011-02-18T18:51:15Z")
> [@Oscarla2000](#): > > LOL, seems like so much work and I feel soo lazy xD I guess I should just buy a new yoyo 😛 Any recommendations? And anyone know any stores that sell yoyos in Calgary? Come on, take that leap of faith and mod it or get it modded 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Oscarla2000](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/a698b9/32.png) [@Oscarla2000](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Oscarla2000)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 8:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/13 "2011-02-18T20:43:25Z")
Lol, thing is I’m only 13. Don’t think parents are so agreeable on sending a $40 yoyo to a random stranger. ---
**Author:** ![quinton](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/quinton/32/376_2.png) [@quinton](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/quinton)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 9:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/14 "2011-02-18T21:19:09Z")
Which is why we have the trade feedback system. They should be seen as highly respected businessmen. ---
**Author:** ![Oscarla2000](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/a698b9/32.png) [@Oscarla2000](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Oscarla2000)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 10:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/15 "2011-02-18T22:20:46Z")
This might be a really dumb question but… Whats the trade feedback system? ---
**Author:** ![quinton](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/quinton/32/376_2.png) [@quinton](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/quinton)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 10:36pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/16 "2011-02-18T22:36:08Z")
Look to the left of my post. Under “Q” there is a little bolded section that says “Trade Count (X)”. Click the number and you will see my Trade Feedback. ---
**Author:** ![Oscarla2000](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/a698b9/32.png) [@Oscarla2000](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Oscarla2000)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2011, 10:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-it-possible-to-recess-yyj-yoyos/23891/17 "2011-02-18T22:45:22Z")
Oh the stuff with all the comments? Neat! Thanks alot!