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- August 17th, 2023, 2:38 am
- Forum: Ball Talk
- Topic: Ball Setup...VERY different than you think
- Replies: 6
- Views: 904
Re: Ball Setup...VERY different than you think
Every sport has its rules. I don't think enforcing the rules is crying. There is something called nonsanctioned leagues. You should look for one of these. USBC rules are not in effect (but that's not to say the league itself doesn't have a rule or two). Yes, seniors leagues are inhabited by older bo...
- May 26th, 2023, 2:28 am
- Forum: The Pro Shop
- Topic: Conversion from Turbo SG to JoPo
- Replies: 10
- Views: 923
Re: Conversion from Turbo SG to JoPo
TH, Good info! I've had the entire system come out of the ball because the outersleeve (OS) was not glued in properly. One or twice, which led me to start reinstalling/replacing them myself. Ditto for slug in an innersleeve. Whether I receive a ball from the pro-shop with the OS or I install myself,...
- May 21st, 2023, 11:59 pm
- Forum: The Pro Shop
- Topic: Conversion from Turbo SG to JoPo
- Replies: 10
- Views: 923
Re: Conversion from Turbo SG to JoPo
Dean, "The diameter was the same but the JoPos are longer and need to be drilled deeper." That's the answer I was looking for. Thanks!
- May 18th, 2023, 7:37 pm
- Forum: The Pro Shop
- Topic: Conversion from Turbo SG to JoPo
- Replies: 10
- Views: 923
Re: Conversion from Turbo SG to JoPo
Tomahawk! Hello! My thought is the JoPo system is better. When I see the JoPo I see something that is screwed in rather than locked in with tabs. But you just mentioned tabs but I'm not seeing that. So maybe it's not better! I'm getting tired of having to replace the innersleeves (IS) because the ta...
- May 18th, 2023, 2:10 pm
- Forum: The Pro Shop
- Topic: Conversion from Turbo SG to JoPo
- Replies: 10
- Views: 923
Conversion from Turbo SG to JoPo
Hello, Upfront, I'm not a pro shop operator, I just bowl. But I can do some work on my own, such as removing and replacing outersleeves (OS) and custom slugs in an innersleeve (Turbo SG). I've reviewed videos and have reached out to JoPo but cannot get a definitive answer to my question. Can I insta...
- May 16th, 2023, 10:19 pm
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Reacta Gloss
- Replies: 4
- Views: 753
Re: Reacta Gloss
Glenn, thanks for the video links. Useful.
Tomahawk, damn! Royal polish! I use that now and love it. Looks like I wasted money getting the reacta gloss if Royal polish does same thing. Live and learn.
Thank you guys the all the info!
Viper/Joe
Tomahawk, damn! Royal polish! I use that now and love it. Looks like I wasted money getting the reacta gloss if Royal polish does same thing. Live and learn.
Thank you guys the all the info!
Viper/Joe
- May 15th, 2023, 11:34 pm
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Reacta Gloss
- Replies: 4
- Views: 753
Reacta Gloss
Hello,
What exactly is Reacta Gloss? Reading the label it strikes me as a sticky polish of sorts. Is this correct? Is there a grit rating associated with it?
Does anyone use this product?
Thanks,
Viper/Joe
What exactly is Reacta Gloss? Reading the label it strikes me as a sticky polish of sorts. Is this correct? Is there a grit rating associated with it?
Does anyone use this product?
Thanks,
Viper/Joe
- May 14th, 2023, 2:16 pm
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Thumbnail splitting
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1158
Re: Thumbnail splitting
Tomahawk, Here are three videos of full approach (or what I determined to be). If not usable let me know, advise, and I'll redo in the near future. Update on nail: The professionally applied acrylic nail continues to serve well. It will take probably to the end of the summer for it to grow out for m...
- May 1st, 2023, 3:35 am
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Thumbnail splitting
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1158
Re: Thumbnail splitting
John, I appreciate the information. Aging has not been fun. Seems as soon as one thing is "fixed" another breaks. (smile) I am taking the Natures Bounty product in pill form, and have been for awhile now, ahead of this present problem with my thumb. Which is perplexing. I have added anothe...
- April 29th, 2023, 4:33 pm
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Thumbnail splitting
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1158
Re: Thumbnail splitting
Will do but it will take two weeks or so. I'm between leagues and using the time to give the hand a break and catch up on non-bowling stuff. I'll be back with the videos. Thanks!
- April 28th, 2023, 8:24 pm
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Thumbnail splitting
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1158
Re: Thumbnail splitting
ITomahawk, I should probably take a pic of my wrist with the device for you to see (you can sort of see it in the video). It's really one of those things people fighting carpel tunnel syndrome wear for support. It's not a "proper" bowling aid, but it does keep my wrist firm. And I've been ...
- April 28th, 2023, 3:52 am
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Thumbnail splitting
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1158
Re: Thumbnail splitting
Tomahawk, thank you for your input. I change my inserts every 60 games. Religiously. I keep a card on each ball with all the information, date games thrown, number of games, resurfacing, etc. I do use rubbing alcohol to clean the thumb hole, and I also use white tape in the front of the hole, either...
- April 27th, 2023, 6:50 pm
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Thumbnail splitting
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1158
Re: Thumbnail splitting
Let me know if these work for you. If not, I can re-do. Let me know what angle you are looking for.
As for the video, I've researched the Wiki and FAQ but don't see how I can upload. File too large for me to add as attachment.
Again, I appreciate the help.
As for the video, I've researched the Wiki and FAQ but don't see how I can upload. File too large for me to add as attachment.
Again, I appreciate the help.
- April 27th, 2023, 5:48 pm
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Thumbnail splitting
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1158
Re: Thumbnail splitting
I'll get those pics. Have video but will have to research how to post. Thanks for your quick reply.
- April 27th, 2023, 3:15 am
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Thumbnail splitting
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1158
Thumbnail splitting
Thumb (2).jpg Hello and Good Evening! In search of a possible solution to a very recent problem with my thumb (left, I'm left-hand). I'm a senior in my 70's, having taken up 10-pin bowling 15 years ago. I use a Turbo SG with a custom molded insert (which is glued into an innersleeve). My fit was a ...
- January 31st, 2021, 7:59 pm
- Forum: Layout Advice
- Topic: Question on Ball Specs
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1822
Re: Question on Ball Specs
Eric, thank you! Ball purchased. To be drilled this week some time. On the lanes the following week, maybe next Sunday with any luck. I'll let you know how it works. Viper/Joe
- January 27th, 2021, 4:00 am
- Forum: Layout Advice
- Topic: Question on Ball Specs
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1822
Re: Question on Ball Specs
Eric, perfect! Can you tell me where the pin will end up being relative to my finger holes? Sorry, but I can never visualize a layout. Again, thanks for the help, very much appreciated.
- January 26th, 2021, 4:36 am
- Forum: Layout Advice
- Topic: Question on Ball Specs
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1822
Re: Question on Ball Specs
Eric, appreciate your explanation and recommendation for a layout. Regarding the thumb hole depth, I use a Turbo SG. I believe that depth is approx 3 1/2. So less flare then? Or is there a tweak to the layout? Or a work around (such as drilling a "pilot" hole of a smaller diameter than the...
- January 25th, 2021, 8:53 pm
- Forum: Layout Advice
- Topic: Question on Ball Specs
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1822
Question on Ball Specs
Hello. I have a Track 505A which I am attempting to replace with something close. Found a Track Kinetic Amethyst. The 505A has a 4-5" pin and is laid out 55 x 4.25 x 29. The pin is squarely above the fingers. This ball is definitely angular, allows me to move right (I am LH) into the oil when m...
- November 30th, 2020, 7:39 pm
- Forum: General Bowling
- Topic: Crown Factory Compound
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2989
Re: Crown Factory Compound
Glenn, Thanks! I wrote a rep at Brunswick about the Crown compound. His response: "Crown products are sold under the Brunswick name. When put on a laser scanner, we found balls that were sanded with 500-1000 then ad (sic) Crown Factory Compound applied measured at about 4500-4800 grit." I ...