Tip replacement equipment

DeeDeeCues said:
If you have the skill, you need almost nothing. A sharp blade, some sandpaper, something to burnish the sides. It won't ever be real fast, but you can do it.
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Ok you got me there. I guess answering that late in the night/morning impaired my reading skills. I was thinking about more than just tips.

To the OP like DeeDee said simple tools do work. Examples on YouTube.

Some “devices” can be damaging so be careful.
 
SSDiver2112 said:
Ok you got me there. I guess answering that late in the night/morning impaired my reading skills. I was thinking about more than just tips.

To the OP like DeeDee said simple tools do work. Examples on YouTube.

Some “devices” can be damaging so be careful.
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You addressed the device issue that I ignored...mostly because I agree with your post.

In fact, there is nothing I disagree with in your post. It is much easier and efficient to get professional results with a lathe of some sort. I don't necessarily believe that most of the 'cue lathes' sold are the most economical way to get a proper lathe, but that is likely tainted by my history as an engineer, my ability to fabricate, and my access to tools.

I will say that whatever method is chosen, getting 'professional' results will take dedication and practice. We all know there are people who get a decent amount for simple work, but put out horrible work.

Anyone who wants to do tips would do well to look at some of the progress threads on here. I believe there is a good thread called, 'My first tip install' that shows the struggles that can be expected if you care about truly great results.
 
DeeDeeCues said:
You addressed the device issue that I ignored...mostly because I agree with your post.

In fact, there is nothing I disagree with in your post. It is much easier and efficient to get professional results with a lathe of some sort. I don't necessarily believe that most of the 'cue lathes' sold are the most economical way to get a proper lathe, but that is likely tainted by my history as an engineer, my ability to fabricate, and my access to tools.

I will say that whatever method is chosen, getting 'professional' results will take dedication and practice. We all know there are people who get a decent amount for simple work, but put out horrible work.

Anyone who wants to do tips would do well to look at some of the progress threads on here. I believe there is a good thread called, 'My first tip install' that shows the struggles that can be expected if you care about truly great results.
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Yes that is the thread of my struggles. Installing a tip is a simple job but also simple to screw up.

I have had to repair many that others have done poorly. Owners that tried to do it themselves by hand I can understand. An actual repair guy though, I’m surprised they let it leave their shop in that condition let along take money for it. A little pride goes a long way.
 
SSDiver2112 said:
Yes that is the thread of my struggles. Installing a tip is a simple job but also simple to screw up.

I have had to repair many that others have done poorly. Owners that tried to do it themselves by hand I can understand. An actual repair guy though, I’m surprised they let it leave their shop in that condition let along take money for it. A little pride goes a long way.
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Thanks for posting the thread, I thought it was yours, but couldn't remember and was too lazy to look for it.

I never wanted to do tips for people, as a rule. I moved to an area with very few options for players and have started doing them for people I have met. Pretty much all of them have been done previously by one other guy, and it saddens me to see what he has done.

Nobody is perfect, but when bad work seems to be the norm, that is a problem.
 
Well if you seek to become top Tip Replacement person, LOTS OF PRACTICE BUILDS SKILL.

But some wood dowl material, cheap no layer tips, and Practice building skill.

Dr. Dave has Utube how he does it with few tools.🏆❤️
 
I've changed a couple of tips by hand and even though I have the skills, it's very time consuming. I'd rather pay someone with a lathe, I have better things to do with my time.
 
All the devices work some better than others, it's called know what the hell you are doing with any of them and you will be fine. No tool is going to let you not pay attention and do it all for you . It takes practice, Make what tool(s) you have work for you
 
John oleson said:
What equipment do I need to do a pro job?

Have seen devices offer that appear to do well.

Thx … john
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Buy a $10 cue and practice...get started. This is my technique other than a using the lathe. I can do good tip replacement. So can you.
 

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DeeDeeCues said:
Thanks for posting the thread, I thought it was yours, but couldn't remember and was too lazy to look for it.

I never wanted to do tips for people, as a rule. I moved to an area with very few options for players and have started doing them for people I have met. Pretty much all of them have been done previously by one other guy, and it saddens me to see what he has done.

Nobody is perfect, but when bad work seems to be the norm, that is a problem.
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People having tips installed only by this guy didn't know any better, so no one told this guy he was doing a terrible job
 
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