Boomers: This is not ready for release, just want some eyes on it:
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#1 - The drill is fixed (for now.) Gonna save up for a Milwaukee, I think.
#2 - Edits have been made to the Zine above. If anyone else finds anything, let me know! I think I’m going to tweak the "How to String up Your Yo-Yo section a bit.
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Im going to get my grandads one of these and make some string with it 
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I’ve killed a dewalt. I’ve also killed a Milwaukee but it was some old brushed thing. 18v Fuel is a beast. As long as you avoid that one single drill they made that burned like clockwork. They fixed that though from what I’ve seen.
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I’ve killed multiple power tools from every brand. And which brand has the best and/or most durable definitely changes over time. That said, in recent years Hilti and Milwaukee have generally held up better than most brands in the places I’ve worked.
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All this being said, since the drill is meant for a string rig I don’t know if something like a Milwaukee 18v is needed haha you might end up spending more for a nicer drill but a worse string making tool.
Anything with a battery is probably worse unless you make string away from an outlet. High speed and high torque aren’t needed (and might be worse?) I haven’t made any string myself but it seems to me like the ideal solution would be something with constant speed and torque, most new drills have a variable speed trigger that would introduce an extra variable into the rate of twist. A thrift store older drill without a variable trigger might do you better.
OK. I’m stumped. I have tried everything to get a Boomers Club yoyo. I filled out a google form and looked everywhere.
How did I miss the boat?
fos1
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Yeah, def don’t need anything too crazy!
This is what I use now: Amazon.com: Genesis 4.2 Amp Corded Drill Variable Speed Reversible Electric with 3/8-Inch Keyless Chuck, Belt Clip, Rubberized Grip, Lock-On Button and 2 Year Warranty (GD38B) : Tools & Home Improvement
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Welcome to the party. I noticed the form was still “up” the other day. It’s not really intended for use at this stage. It was from way back when they were doing pre-orders. Then based on that, @G2_Jake added a % of overage and made them up. When they came in - the pre-orders were fulfilled and then @Pun1sh3R started making a list of those like me and you who came to the party late and wanted to try and snag one of the extras. Those were just fulfilled a week or so ago. At this stage - I don’t believe there are any left but Cody could say for sure. I’d say your best hope now is watching the BST. Happy hunting. It’s worth the hunt.
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You might try messaging Jake directly? Last I heard, there were some reds left. Not sure if they still are but could be worth a shot
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Yeah the last few remainders went up on the G2 Patreon 5 days ago. It looks from the comments like there may be a few reds left. Don’t know if you have to be on the Patreon at this stage or not so might just message Jake and confirm.
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@fos1 Please keep us informed on how this turns out.
Club has a Meeting next week. I’ll see what they want to do about stocking more of the same version. Or making a minor change for V2. I think there was a couple red left. Email me or message punisher. Gsquaredyoyos@gmail.com
If anyone messages me on here I’m sorry I don’t check these messages. Platform isn’t great for the phone that I operate from. And it’s just a me thing of limiting how many spots I check.
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Anyone interested in the Workhorse V1 PIF? As mentioned previously, I’ll add a couple of 3D printed yoyos to the box, and there’s some other fun stuff in there. Will include:
- Workhorse V1
- Honeycomb MR85
- Large diameter A bearing throw that plays kinda like a slim version of the FH1 plastic
- Smaller / lighter A bearing throw designed for POG caps
- Other assorted fun stuff that was in the box when I got it (includes some great counterweights just in time for 5A May)
By agreeing to take these, you also agree to post these up after about a month, and pay shipping to the next person. If there aren’t any takers by early next week, it will get sent back to Cody for safekeeping.
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I would just for that Honeycomb (love MR85 throws), but I already have the v1 so the PiF would be wasted on me
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If it comes home, keep the yoyos.
My buddy found your design on his Bamboo site.
Hardware and bearings come in tomorrow!
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Print your own pullstart caps for the workhorse!
The notches on the side are for easy removal since it wasn’t originally designed as a capped yoyo. You can stick a house key in and pop them out. The original design I made didn’t have these… and I learned a valuable lesson.
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That’s awesome how much weight did you add with those
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These are 9 grams for a pair. Tomorrow I’m going to print some in a wood filament that’s lower density and see if I can make a lighter weight version too. The total weight came to about 63 grams with caps on.
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