HOW TO REPLACE A CUE TIP … No Special Tools Required

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FYI, I just posted a new video that demonstrates a 10-step procedure for how to replace and de-mushroom a cue tip. And no special tools are required. All you need is a block of wood, printer/copy paper, sandpaper sheets, super glue gel, a towel, Scotch Magic tape, a utility knife, and a new tip. Check it out:


Table of Contents:
- Intro [0:00]
1 - Remove Old Tip [0:35]
2 - Scrape Ferrule [1:08]
3 - Prepare Tip and Ferrule [2:02]
4 - Tape Ferrule [2:30]
5 - Glue New Tip On [2:55]
6 – Remove Tape [3:44]
7 - Trim Tip [4:04]
8 - Sand Tip [4:40]
9 - Clean Up Tip and Ferrule [6:16]
10 - Shape and Chalk Tip [7:10]
- Wrap Up [7:43]
---- process montage [8:20]

As always, I look forward to your feedback, comments, questions, complaints, and requests.

Enjoy,
Dave
 
fattirewilly said:
Thanks! I have a house cue in the basement that I need to try this with.
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I did the same thing before making the video, but the footage in the video came from my second attempt ever, so it can be done even without much experience, with a little care. Good luck and have fun!
 
Thanks, another great vid. After watching it, I'm sure I could replace a tip, no problem. I probably won't though. There is a local guy here, that does it for almost free. He does it really well. Best thing about the vid, for me, was at the very end. The next round in the mag, was your RDS vid. I had forgotten all about that one. Been running it now. Excellent concept. Thanks again and Happy Holidays to you and yours.
 
Jimmorrison said:
Thanks, another great vid.
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You're welcome, and thank you.


Jimmorrison said:
After watching it, I'm sure I could replace a tip, no problem. I probably won't though. There is a local guy here, that does it for almost free. He does it really well.
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I'm with you. If there is a good tip-changing guy available, I'm always going to go that route. But I'm glad I practiced so when I need to do it myself (e.g., if my "tip guy" is too busy or out of town), I'll be ready.


Jimmorrison said:
Best thing about the vid, for me, was at the very end.
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I've been doing summary "montages" at the ends of all my recent videos. I'm glad you like it. I do too.


Jimmorrison said:
The next round in the mag, was your RDS vid. I had forgotten all about that one. Been running it now. Excellent concept.
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Have fun with RDS. It is great practice, and you can monitor your improvement over time.


Jimmorrison said:
Thanks again and Happy Holidays to you and yours.
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Ditto!
 
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Jimmorrison said:
Thanks, another great vid. After watching it, I'm sure I could replace a tip, no problem. I probably won't though. There is a local guy here, that does it for almost free. He does it really well. Best thing about the vid, for me, was at the very end. The next round in the mag, was your RDS vid. I had forgotten all about that one. Been running it now. Excellent concept. Thanks again and Happy Holidays to you and yours.
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The first time I ever had my tip replaced by a "pro" was a horrible experience. He took my brand new McDermott and turned the shaft down to 12.5mm from 13mm, and made the ferrule look like hell where you can see the fibers, to top it off, he just used some regular tip that mushroomed quite badly almost at once. This was in the 90s so there were no performance tips or anything, but I was not happy. I didn't know enough about pool to know it wasn't normal. He was kind of a legend around the parts, had his own small pool room and played all day on a 10' table. Hell of a guy, but not a cue mechanic for sure. Who knows, maybe he made my shaft hit like a million bucks, I used it for ~25 years until 2 weeks ago when I got my Hsunami shaft. But it's kind of a dick move to shave half a millimeter off of a customer's cue without asking or explaining anything. I still to this day think it's a good playing shaft but I have no frame of reference since I was a ripe beginner when he shaved it down. It always bugged me to see the fibers in the ferrule, but it didn't effect play.

I can't say that it hurt my game or anything but it made me have trust issues with anyone else touching my cues. The only one I would trust to retip my cues now is myself or a local cue maker where you could see his skill level, but even then, I'd rather do it myself.
 
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This is the best knife to trim tips. The bevel is only on one side and is able to slide down the ferrule and is sharp as a razor
 
TommyT said:

Right Hand/Wood Carving Japanese Kiridashi Knife/Brass (Japan Import)​


This is the best knife to trim tips. The bevel is only on one side and is able to slide down the ferrule and is sharp as a razor
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Thanks for the info. I agree something this would be better. I decided to stick with "every-day" items that most people already have or can find easily and quickly.
 
TommyT said:
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Right Hand/Wood Carving Japanese Kiridashi Knife/Brass (Japan Import)​

Brand: Rejawece
4.2 out of 5 stars 1,339 ratings
| 12 answered questions






Price:$6.98 & FREE Returns




Get 5% back ($0.34 in rewards) on the amount charged to your Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature Card.










Returnable until Jan 31, 2021










Blade materialBrass
BrandRejawece
ColorGold & Silver
Item Dimensions LxWxH5.51 x 1.97 x 0.2 inches
Item Weight22 Grams

About this item​

  • Made in Japan
  • Blade Type: Right Hand
  • Total Length: 130mm / Thickness: 1mm / weight: 22g
  • Material: Brass
This is the best knife to trim tips. The bevel is only on one side and is able to slide down the ferrule and is sharp as a razor
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I've got two of these. One large and a smaller version also. VERY easy to de-mushroom a tip with one. These badboys are SHARP.
 
Poolmanis said:
Very good video again Dr Dave. 10 points!
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Thanks! I'm glad you and others liked it. This video was fun to create (after I got over the uncertainties and frustrations with my first attempt). The footage in the video is only the 2nd time I've ever tried to replace a tip; but with a little care, the procedure works very well. The toughest part (which requires the most care and patience) is the trimming after removing the tip. A lathe, if you have one, obviously makes this and many other steps much easier and better.

Bob Jewett gave me lots of great advice when I was preparing the procedure (most of which came from him).

Thanks Bob!
 
This is all good for those that want to do it themselves or have no one near to do it.
I go to Best Quality Billiards on West Colfax in Lakewood(Colorado).
They charge $10 +the tip cost and usually it's one day service.
I get a Triangle installed for $13.00.
And they do a good job.
 
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