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homerfan666
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Is it ok to change the leathery tip of ur pool cue once it is worn out or do u just buy a new cue?? And how important is it to buy all the tip shaping tools??
When the tip is worn it needs to be replaced by someone that has the knowledge, skill and tools to do the work.
You need to have a tool to rough-up the tip so it will hold chalk and you should have a tool to shape the tip but both/either need to be used spareingly so that the tip doesn't get damaged or wear out prematurely. Have an experienced player show you how to do that minor maintanance.
You need to have a tool to rough-up the tip so it will hold chalk and you should have a tool to shape the tip but both/either need to be used spareingly so that the tip doesn't get damaged or wear out prematurely. Have an experienced player show you how to do that minor maintanance.
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What type of tip do you have on it? Players as they become more advanced in their game graduate up to a harder tip, because they play better and longer than medium or soft tips. I play with a Hercules hard tip ($30 to replace). Tip replacement usually runs between $10 to $60, depending on the tip selected. I have heard quite a few players praise the new Talisman hard tip that came out recently.
I have had several tools over 40 years of playing, but today, I would say you only need 2 tools, the ultimate tip tool ($20) and a tip pick ($12). I just love the tip pick, much better than a scuffer, and doesn't wear your tip down.
Another tip for you, keep your shaft and ferrule clean with a biodegradable cleaning agent (I use one of the orange cleaners made from oranges) with some on a rag, dry it, and then put some Pledge on a rag and apply to your shaft. Keeps it clean and smooth stroking, almost like it was refinished by a cue maker, doesn't wear down your shaft like sandpaper or scratchies will. I do this at home before every tournament I go shoot in and before pool league (about 3-4 times a week).
A dirty ferrule (chalk all over it) is a sign of an unskilled player or just someone that doesn't have class.
I personally do not use chalk that is half used or more, prefer new chalk, and you should just brush it across your tip, but be sure to get the edges good too.
What type of tip do you have on it? Players as they become more advanced in their game graduate up to a harder tip, because they play better and longer than medium or soft tips. I play with a Hercules hard tip ($30 to replace). Tip replacement usually runs between $10 to $60, depending on the tip selected. I have heard quite a few players praise the new Talisman hard tip that came out recently.
I have had several tools over 40 years of playing, but today, I would say you only need 2 tools, the ultimate tip tool ($20) and a tip pick ($12). I just love the tip pick, much better than a scuffer, and doesn't wear your tip down.
Another tip for you, keep your shaft and ferrule clean with a biodegradable cleaning agent (I use one of the orange cleaners made from oranges) with some on a rag, dry it, and then put some Pledge on a rag and apply to your shaft. Keeps it clean and smooth stroking, almost like it was refinished by a cue maker, doesn't wear down your shaft like sandpaper or scratchies will. I do this at home before every tournament I go shoot in and before pool league (about 3-4 times a week).
A dirty ferrule (chalk all over it) is a sign of an unskilled player or just someone that doesn't have class.
I personally do not use chalk that is half used or more, prefer new chalk, and you should just brush it across your tip, but be sure to get the edges good too.
Jim S is correct -- I suggest going to your local Pool Room and ask about having the tip replaced. Most rooms have an experienced repair person either on call or employed there. For a beginner, a Le Pro is a very good tip and should only cost $8-$10.
The ferrule will only need replacing if it is cracked or broken. If you shoot with a severely worn tip, the ferrule could become damaged.
As to tools, about all you should need is a scuff tool or a tip pic. I have replaced many ferrules 'cuz players use the "Ultimate Tip Tool" and scratch their ferrule.
Keeping you cue clean is also important. Stay away from sandpaper. Even fine paper like 600 grit will remove some material from your shaft. I suggest a soft rag moistened with plain water followed by rubbing with a dry cloth. Another good cleaner is Lighter fluid.
Good Shooting !!!
Troy
The ferrule will only need replacing if it is cracked or broken. If you shoot with a severely worn tip, the ferrule could become damaged.
As to tools, about all you should need is a scuff tool or a tip pic. I have replaced many ferrules 'cuz players use the "Ultimate Tip Tool" and scratch their ferrule.
Keeping you cue clean is also important. Stay away from sandpaper. Even fine paper like 600 grit will remove some material from your shaft. I suggest a soft rag moistened with plain water followed by rubbing with a dry cloth. Another good cleaner is Lighter fluid.
Good Shooting !!!
Troy
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homerfan666
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Right on guys! I just have the standard tips my crapy a$$ cues came with,but i'm in the process of researching cues so i can be an imformed buyer when the time comes!!
Hi !
I've changed my own tips as well as others' for more than 10 years. I'd say you take your cue to a local cuemaker/-shop and let them change your tip. You could start learning and trying it on your own, but it takes many many tries and a lot of time and you might ruin your cue.
Keep in mind that a good and well-shaped tip can make a crappy cue decent and also a bad tip can make an excellent cue crappy. It's the most important part of the cue, because it's the only part that touches the cueball...
I've changed my own tips as well as others' for more than 10 years. I'd say you take your cue to a local cuemaker/-shop and let them change your tip. You could start learning and trying it on your own, but it takes many many tries and a lot of time and you might ruin your cue.
Keep in mind that a good and well-shaped tip can make a crappy cue decent and also a bad tip can make an excellent cue crappy. It's the most important part of the cue, because it's the only part that touches the cueball...
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homerfan666
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Thanx mjantti!! I'm just gonna let the pros do it till I learn alot more.I think thats the best bet!
I have put on hundreds of tips in the last 30 years...using lathes, rubber bands to hold on the tips , little plastic clamps, the Williard" machine, and many other ways.
I still like to "PAY" a cue repairman who has a quality lathe to put tips on my good cues before I go on the road.
I still like to "PAY" a cue repairman who has a quality lathe to put tips on my good cues before I go on the road.