I have a Lucasi LH model butt that I’d like to match up with a 6-8 inch extension. The ones that I’ve tried are either too heavy or bulky for use. I wanted to know if anyone with a Lucasi cue would have any recommendations to share. Notably, I’m looking to see if there’s anyone out there that has made one using a 3D printer. I’m still using the rake, but I need a bit more reach for the 9 foot tables we’re playing on.
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I bought a 6" extension for one of my cues. The adapter made the cue butt heavy and I hated it.
Had a heavier shaft made to compensate for the weight in the rear. Made all the difference.
I don't play with the extension full time, only on shots I can't reach.
Had a heavier shaft made to compensate for the weight in the rear. Made all the difference.
I don't play with the extension full time, only on shots I can't reach.
Thanks for the reply. With 3D composites being lighter, I guess most of the weight would be in the connector. I see all kinds of 3D rendering, just not sure of how to get this done. My playing cue is 17 oz. I just don’t want the added weight.
Rusty in Montana
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I use a Predator 12" extension on my Mike Gulyassy cue and yes it is a bit butt heavy however for a shot or two it's not a big deal to me .
I'm sure a local cue maker could readily help you install it for a reasonable price .
I'm sure a local cue maker could readily help you install it for a reasonable price .
Here is my take on it. Not for sale. If you click the link it has more posts I made with incremental improvements. This preview only shows my first post.
3D printed extension for a modern Predator butt.
The top 3 pieces were to test fit the male and female threads quickly. This is not meant to be quick release. I'm tall and use 2-3" extension all the time. This one is 2".
The OEM bumper screws into the extension.
Predator OEM 3" extension on the right, that I use all the time on my main cue, for comparison.
It works well, very solid. The only issue is its slippery, sort of like a linen wrap. When I do hold it at the very end, which is a couple times per rack, I don't want it...
The top 3 pieces were to test fit the male and female threads quickly. This is not meant to be quick release. I'm tall and use 2-3" extension all the time. This one is 2".
The OEM bumper screws into the extension.
Predator OEM 3" extension on the right, that I use all the time on my main cue, for comparison.
It works well, very solid. The only issue is its slippery, sort of like a linen wrap. When I do hold it at the very end, which is a couple times per rack, I don't want it...
Have you seen the Hanshew forward extension? Works really well and is only about a half ounce. This link looks weird but it is the actual webstore for Hanshew: https://1ds4cg-mw.myshopify.com/
If you find it suspect (wouldn't blame you), Google Hanshew forward extension.
I've got one and it works pretty well. I put it on my break stick and can hit most balls on the table. It's pretty nice because it's light, you use your normal stroke geometry and it's on/off about as fast as a quick release rear extension.
For a rear extension, I've got a local cuemaker friend making a rear extension out of a CF tube with the goal of being as light as possible. I told him I want the goal to be sub 2 ounces for an 8 inch extension. I'd like it to be 1.5 ounces or less but we will see what happens. I bought enough materials for him to try a couple different configurations.
If you find it suspect (wouldn't blame you), Google Hanshew forward extension.
I've got one and it works pretty well. I put it on my break stick and can hit most balls on the table. It's pretty nice because it's light, you use your normal stroke geometry and it's on/off about as fast as a quick release rear extension.
For a rear extension, I've got a local cuemaker friend making a rear extension out of a CF tube with the goal of being as light as possible. I told him I want the goal to be sub 2 ounces for an 8 inch extension. I'd like it to be 1.5 ounces or less but we will see what happens. I bought enough materials for him to try a couple different configurations.
How much would you say was the cost of materials and labor?
- CF Tube
- Modified Adapter
I’m really looking at one of my peers with a 3D printer can look at this. I’m not really looking to spend serious $$$ and I’ve made a slip on from a vacuum cleaner tube, which is still too heavy. I prefer a screw on 6-8 inch model that’ll come in at less than 3 ounces.
I’ve seen amazing results in the 3D adapter arena. I just need the cost to come down some.
Note: I’m not interested in anything more than what’s serviceable.
ask iusedtoberich on here, i think he printed one.
here are a couple ready modeled extensions:
Billard Cue Extension by Hanozius | Download free STL model | Printables.com
Download 3D printable STL models
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Okhealing cue extension by Kvis | Download free STL model | Printables.com
Download 3D printable STL models
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Pool cue extension stackable by tachijuan | Download free STL model | Printables.com
Download 3D printable STL models
www.printables.com
The 3d printed material has a higher density than wood, not less. The way to get a 3d printed extension lighter is to use plastic threads instead of metal, and to hollow it out. See my thread linked above.
I've designed and 3D printed dozens of extensions for all kinds of cues. The biggest problem is the plastic pins that folks want. They aren't made to withstand any type of stress and will break off at the connection to the base. I strongly recommend using some other connector. I usually end up building the extension and using a butt insert for the extension they want to use [predator, cuetech, whatever]. It's just a little threaded butt cap and the receptacle is easy to design.
But, honestly, the 3D printed ones are really only useful if you don't like what's out there and they weigh about the same. Most of the people that I make them for need a bespoke solution for their cue. Like a Viking cue they want to use predator extensions on. For my personal cue, I made a longer butt sleeve with an adapter for a another extension [3" longer cue, with an extension adapter].
In terms of weight, all of them are basically 2-3 oz, so you shouldn't really be worried about that. Carbon fiber is a little lighter than aluminum, and both are a little lighter than straight plastic (but not much). The mid-balance right wood one is about the same weight.
I don't know what a Lucasi butt cap or bumper looks like, but if I were in your position, I would probably just get an insert that would allow for a carbon fiber extension. Then you could get a 4" and 8" set and have up to 12" of reach. [That's what I did and what I use].
-td
[edit: I think I could make an extension a little lighter (but not much). The white ones shown are longer butt sleeves, so I printed them with higher infill and more walls to make it stronger, especially the threaded part].
But, honestly, the 3D printed ones are really only useful if you don't like what's out there and they weigh about the same. Most of the people that I make them for need a bespoke solution for their cue. Like a Viking cue they want to use predator extensions on. For my personal cue, I made a longer butt sleeve with an adapter for a another extension [3" longer cue, with an extension adapter].
In terms of weight, all of them are basically 2-3 oz, so you shouldn't really be worried about that. Carbon fiber is a little lighter than aluminum, and both are a little lighter than straight plastic (but not much). The mid-balance right wood one is about the same weight.
I don't know what a Lucasi butt cap or bumper looks like, but if I were in your position, I would probably just get an insert that would allow for a carbon fiber extension. Then you could get a 4" and 8" set and have up to 12" of reach. [That's what I did and what I use].
-td
[edit: I think I could make an extension a little lighter (but not much). The white ones shown are longer butt sleeves, so I printed them with higher infill and more walls to make it stronger, especially the threaded part].
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This is perfect.
Lucasi moved from a fat butt cap to a slim model. I’ll post a picture of it again.
What would be a best case scenario for building an adapter and extension for the Lucasi LH cue? If doable, can you DM me the specs/price on an 8 inch model?
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Pictures are OK, but you really caliper measurements to get things to work. I only do designs when I can physically hold the cue and test fit everything. Sorry.
What kind of weight bolt does your cue have? My typically solution for cues with press-in bumpers is to upgrade the weight bolt to one that has a threaded 1/4" hex slot and then 3D print an adapter that will accept a carbon fiber extension. Then I connect the adapter to the cue with a bolt (into the weight bolt). It holds the adapter tight and you don't have to worry about it back out when you remove the extension.
I’m in agreement. I understand that you require hands on the cue. I’ll check the butt and see what I can do.
I’d removed the weight bolt to lighten the backend weight. I can certainly add a 0.5 oz bolt to hold an adapter.
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These look good. Including the weight bolt, is this a doable project?