Ball Cleaner

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SpiderWebComm

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I'm in the market for small, inexpensive ball cleaner (I don't wanna make one....yet).

What do you guys recommend? It doesn't have to do all 15 balls at one time. I vaguely recall there was a device on the market that hooked up to a drill and cleaned 3 balls at a time. That would be perfect for me.

Let me know your thoughts on what the best buy is... I wanna pull the trigger as soon as I find the right cleaner.


Thanks,
Dave
 
I think, if I were you, that I'd probably build one. It's very easy and very inexpensive - less than $40. You'd be more satisfied and it would do a better job. But, I could be wrong so good luck with your quest.
 
the ballstars do a great job, 8 balls at a time, around $400 - $450 range, well worth it.
 
Carom Ball Cleaner

I use the Carom Ball Cleaner. Cleans 6 at a time, so I leave the cue ball in for all 3 cycles and run 3 batches. 1 thru 5, 6 thru 10, 11 thru 15. I got it last year for Xmas on sale. I am very satisfied with the machine and very happy with the sellers quick fix for a small part that broke in shipping. No personal interest, just sharing my experience with this product. Specify you want pool ball sized holders for the smaller machine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzZiTRribgM
 
My second wife cleaned mine for a while until she got tired of it and ran on with a vacuum cleaner salesman. Man, that sucked. :lmao:
 
I was just kidding about my second wife. I think it was my third wife.
Anyway, save yourself some big bucks and throw them in the dishwasher. They'll come bright and shiny, and good as new.
 
SpiderWebComm said:
I'm in the market for small, inexpensive ball cleaner (I don't wanna make one....yet).

What do you guys recommend? It doesn't have to do all 15 balls at one time. I vaguely recall there was a device on the market that hooked up to a drill and cleaned 3 balls at a time. That would be perfect for me.

Let me know your thoughts on what the best buy is... I wanna pull the trigger as soon as I find the right cleaner.


Thanks,
Dave
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That 3 ball cleaner is the mini buffer. I dont think they make it anymore, I only see the replacement pads still for sale. I still have mine, only used it a few times. It does work pretty well btw, but 3 balls at a time? No thanks. I also have the cleaner with the crank. Its better, does all 15 balls too....but still a pain. I could run it with a drill easily enough, but my advice would be to bite the bullet and buy the ballstar.
 
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I looked at the mini-buffer when it first came out. I bought their pads and made my own. Just go to wal-mart and find a similar sized container. Place the soft side of velcro on the inside and it works great. I can do 4 at a time in mine and it only takes my 5 minutes. I might have $20 in mine and that included their pads at the time.
 
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This looks like one of the best for the price. It is mechanical or can be powered by a drill.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jnfjw...eature=related

You can buy it here for $195.00
That device looks extremely cheap and third-worldish. I wouldn't pay more than $50 for something that cheesy...

Fastolfe,
I'm guessing the inventor isn't going to reply. Although it's home made it works and none of his customers as far as I know ever complained. In fact it's gotten some very good reviews. You're entitled to yours.
A lot of thought and trials and errors went into designing and building this ball cleaner. If I had a home table I would have bought one. JMHO.
I'm not trying to start a pi$$ing match.
 
Thanks everyone - gives me something to read up on.

I'm not so sure about the Ballstar. I mean, for a little more I can get a Diamond cleaner -- and I think those are awesome.

I was just curious if I could find something smaller/cheaper that still worked ok.

I like that crank one-- the 15 ball version.
 
Youre right, the diamond would be an even better choice. Almost twice the price though.
 
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instroke2 said:
the ballstars do a great job, 8 balls at a time, around $400 - $450 range, well worth it.
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Why the heck would someone pay that much and only get 8 at a time???
My self made bucket cleaner gets all 16 and gets them really good
steven
 
I'm happy with my homemade ball cleaner/polisher. I've had it for about 3 months now and use it 3-4 times a week. Balls come out like new in 2-3 minutes. I have $45 in it. Johnnyt
 
SpiderWebComm said:
Thanks everyone - gives me something to read up on.

I'm not so sure about the Ballstar. I mean, for a little more I can get a Diamond cleaner -- and I think those are awesome.

I was just curious if I could find something smaller/cheaper that still worked ok.

I like that crank one-- the 15 ball version.
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Take a look at the ball cleaner made by cue maker Leonard Bludworth. It cleans all 16 balls at one time and it does a great job.
http://www.bludworth.com/products_and_services.htm
 
Fastolfe said:
That device looks extremely cheap and third-worldish. I wouldn't pay more than $50 for something that cheesy...
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While I designed the first edition, Mr EightBall refined and made the two new editions shown on his web site. If he had a factory and the demand he could probably make them more cheaply. Currently they take a while to make and involve some expense in the construction. The guy who makes them for him has to make a living as well as eveyone else. The construction is substantial and should last a life time or more. Because of its simplicity it will be around for many many years and will be given to someone's grandchildren.

I think that what you pay for one is worth the money if you choose not to make your own. I am not involved with his product in any way.

Currently these types of ball cleaners are all over the world as several people have obtained the plans. In a few places they are in a central location in a pool or snooker hall where players can clean the balls whenever they feel the need.

They may look simple but they are quite powerful and useful. I had no complaints from anyone who bought the cleaner / polisher or the plans. When I made them I had a 30 day money back guarentee, no questions asked. No one took me up on it. One was damaged in shipping. I refunded the buyer's money, repaired the machine and sent it back to the buyer as a gift for his trouble. He graciously sent the money back! I no longer make them because I am retired and do not need the additional income.

BTW I do not think there is anything on the market of comparable construction quality for this price.
 
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