Hi Poolsleuth:
I would agree with most of the advice you received. Now I will offer my own
You are playing with one of the best hitting cues made. My advice to you is to call the cuemaker who made it.... Jack Madden is not only a fine cuemaker but a world class player. He is always willing to spend time on the phone with his customers and will talk you through your problem. If you have never seen Jack play, you cannot appreciate my advice. Trust me on this one. Give him a call!
Cross Side Larry
"Learn from the best, and beat the rest"