Cue tip installation questions..

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I sand the tip down to nearly the exact correct size before I install it. That then requires less attention once it is on the ferrule & equals less chance of an accident.

 

[spktur]

I started diong repairs about 30 years ago because I didn't have anyone to do them I trusted to work on my cue. And I started just as you are with a junk cue and some cheap tips. It's nothing a person with some basic DIY skill and an interest in doing something right can't do. Practice and learn, you may be somewhere you can't get it done.

 

[RackemBilliards]

Thanks for all the replies guys,

I am going to get a pro to do it.

Someone that replaces snooker cue tips should be able to do my 9 ball cue without trouble right?

This thread has sparked my interest to give it a go though, so I will try on my spare $20 cue.


Thanks again, loving this site, so much good info and so many active users.

This is the right move, IMO. You can certainly learn to do tips, but a 14mm Kamui on a 11.75 z2 shaft without a lathe wouldn't be the one I'd want to start with if there's a professional option available. I charge $7 to install someone's own tip, FWIW. Then you can buy some tips and practice on your friend's cues:grin:

 

[dr9ball]

I sand the tip down to nearly he exact correct size before I install it. That then requires less attention once it is on the ferrule & equals less chance of an accident.

This is an interesting technique Rick.

How do you know you have the 14 mm tip down to 13.25 or 12.75mm. Do you use calipers? Any tips on how you center the "exact correct size" tip on the ferrule? Do you make a lip with tape to hold it centered or as someone else suggested use a socket?

I've always put the tip on and then trimmed it down to fit flush with the ferrule.


Thanks for your reply.

 

[ENGLISH!]

This is an interesting technique Rick.

How do you know you have the 14 mm tip down to 13.25 or 12.75mm. Do you use calipers? Any tips on how you center the "exact correct size" tip on the ferrule? Do you make a lip with tape to hold it centered or as someone else suggested use a socket?

I've always put the tip on and then trimmed it down to fit flush with the ferrule.


Thanks for your reply.

If you'll re-read, I said nearly the exact correct size. I have an older metal tool that holds the tip in place while the glue takes hold. Then the tip still needs to be lightly filed or sanded down to the 'correct size'.

 

[dr9ball]

If you'll re-read, I said nearly the exact correct size. I have an older metal tool that holds the tip in place while the glue takes hold. Then the tip still needs to be lightly filed or sanded down to the 'correct size'

Thanks for your reply and you're correct, I missed the word "nearly".

 

[KMRUNOUT]

Ok fair enough,
You answered my question. I will try it myself.

I was asking because I had a quick look on youtube and both videos the guy was using a lathe. I thought there might be some sort of art to getting it perfectly symmetrical etc.

If it is as easy as you so I will just do it myself.

I also didn't realise that they come with top squared and you shape it yourself, I was thinking it would take a steady hand to place it perfectly in the centre.

Cheers,

I think it is possible to change your own tip without a lathe, but I wouldn't recommend it. There are some things that ONLY work well on a lathe. The tip trims much cleaner, I believe less stress is placed on the tip, and burnishing the sides and making them look and feel nice is a much longer process. I would very much advise finding someone to do it right. If you are getting 4 years out of your tips, there is no reason not to.

KMRUNOUT

 

[Sharki9]

Tip Replacement

I am in the Billiards Business and have been putting on tips since 1990 Don't recommend you do it your sell . I can help if you don't have someone in your area Just email me you can ship your shaft UPS and I do it and it can be back in couple of days. I have worked many tournaments doing installing new tips, shaft cleaning, dent removal, and wraps. Feel free to email if you have any questions like pricing etc.