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@johnvega3791 The tool post is an OXA quick change tool post from Shars. I bought it on eBay. The collet is one of a set that I have designed and 3d printed. I actually sell them on eBay. Here is a link to my eBay store, www.ebay.com/usr/maplestreetbilliards Thanks for commenting.

@@MapleStreetBilliards thank you!!

@@berghy0922 I use Devcon 2 ton epoxy. Thanks for commenting.

@YoungSqueege It is a Vevor mini lathe. Here is a link to it on Amazon. VEVOR Mini Metal Lathe, 7"x14" Benchtop Metal Lathe, 550W Variable Speed 2250RPM Metal Lathe, with 3-jaw Chuck CNC Mini Lathe Machine, Precision Mini Lathe w/Tool Box Digital Display for Metal Turning a.co/d/eVX44VS

@@MapleStreetBilliards thanks! that’s what I thought. Did you have to do anything to be able to pass the shaft through that gear box or does it come like that stock?

@YoungSqueege It is set up with the through hole when you get it. If you want to run a shaft through it, you will need a steady rest at the other end of the shaft.

@@DeejayMaxotic Here is the link it on Amazon. Taytools 468907 8 Piece Set Live... www.amazon.com/dp/B07FBRXBC1?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

@@tkreiner1902 Your guess is as good as mine. Lol

I must respectfully disagree. Heat is the main cause of the layers delaminating. This can be caused by a couple of factors. First, cutting the tip too slow. If the cutting tool stays in one place for too long, then the tip will start to overheat, which is when the layers can start to pull apart. The second reason is using a dull cutting tool. A dull cutting tool will more or less rip the tip rather than cut it. This will also generate a large amount of heat and can cause delamination. I do like to use the razor after I have removed the majority for the excess tip. In my opinion, it is the best way to cut the tip to the same diameter as the shaft or ferrule. Thanks for commenting.

@luclambrechts3001 I use Tiger Liquid Burnisher on the qtip. I use it to seal up the sides of the tip. The liquid and heat cause the tip to seal itself and make the sides nice and shiny. Thanks for commenting.

@@jeremymaynard4034 Here is the link to it on Amazon. Taytools 468907 8 Piece Set Live... www.amazon.com/dp/B07FBRXBC1?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

@warrente66 My lathe does not have any kind of measuring guide on it. At the 9:00 mark you can see what I do. Once I start to get close, I will turn off the lathe and do a test fit. I don't show it every time in the video, but I will do it quite a bit until it fits perfectly. Thanks for commenting.

@mikebingham469 It is nice for tip work, for sure. It was cheaper than a cue lathe. Although I am very limited on what jobs I can do when it comes to pool cue maintenance. Thanks for commenting.

@@bikerrealengo I am not sure that it was me talking about deflection caused by the butt of the cue.

@@bikerrealengo I use Tiger Liquid Burnisher and then beeswax. Thanks for commenting.

What lathe would you recommend? ​@@MapleStreetBilliards

@@RioBrands I would recommend either a Cue Smith lathe or a Mid America cue lathe. I love my mini lathe, but I am really limited on what I can do when it comes to pool cues. If you don't have the budget for a cue lathe, then I would say that the Vevor mini lathe that I am using is a great buy. It already comes with a lot of the upgrades that most people do to their lathe once they get it. This is the part number of the Vevor lathe, SJ7X14JSMNCC550W0618MC

@@Gr1mTh3R34p3r Thank you!

@@caidenbrand Thank you

@stevevenus1 A short answer to this question would be that quality pool cues need quality tips and also ferrules. The tip needs to be affixed to the ferrule, and the ferrule needs to be securely attached to the cue in order for the player to get feedback, aka "feel," out of every shot they take. Thanks for commenting.

@Dugnew After I apply the epoxy and insert the vault plate. I apply pressure to the vault plate using the flat face of the tool post. You can see that at the 12:03 mark. The shaft will sit there under pressure until the epoxy cures. Normally, they will set for at least 12 hours. I will also note that this shaft's threaded insert was open, not sealed. Even though it was filled with foam, it might have allowed enough air to escape as I inserted the vault plate, preventing the back pressure. That said, I have also replaced the ferrule on a Cuetec Cynergy shaft, which was sealed, using the same type of vault plate, the same installation method, and had no issues with that one either. The material I am using for the vault plate is cotton phenolic. It is incredibly light but extremely strong. Thanks for commenting.

@@Jmmac104 Definitely not. The ferrule was actually separating from the shaft. It seems that the glue failed internally. Thanks for commenting.

Here is the link to the lathe I have. It is a 7"x14" mini lathe. VEVOR Mini Metal Lathe, 7"x14"... www.amazon.com/dp/B09FDVMYXS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

You will be happy with it I got the same one but you can buy from vevor just go to their site normally a little cheaper and better warranty

Here are the links to the items you asked about. The tip holder is just a live center with interchangeable heads. The head I use is the concaved one. It centers the tip pretty well. The live center - Taytools 468907 8 Piece Set Live... www.amazon.com/dp/B07FBRXBC1?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Shars OXA tool holder - www.ebay.com/itm/334120461883?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=EQxb9pehRie&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=DYNm-5LmQfK&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Thanks man

The simple answer would be that it is all by feel. I use the cutting tool to bring the tip down to just a bit wider than the ferrule. That is what I am doing when I am using my fingernail. I am deciding how much of a lip I want to remain. After that, I use the razor blade to trim the tip to the same diameter as the ferrule. Thanks for commenting.

@MapleStreetBilliards thanks for your reply, I always wonder how it all works out. I just got my new cue lathe, and I always wonder how to be accurate as I am afraid I might cut too deep. I see some have digital readout on their lathe, and they can see how much in millimeter they are cutting, but mine does not have that feature.

@warrente66 I would suggest getting a piece of wooden dowel and putting a ferrule on both ends. Then buy cheap tips like Le Pros or Triangles and some cheap layered tips(but don't buy them too cheap as the cheap layered tips are prone to delamination) and practice on those. There are a couple of upsides to this. First, you get some practice installing a couple of ferrules. Second, you can practice all you want, and you don't have to worry about damaging an actual cue. After you are comfortable with the dowel, move to the cheapest cues you own. I can tell you that all of the cues here in my house have brand new tips on them. I wanted to be as confident as I could be before I ever considered working on someone else's cue. Congratulations on the new lathe!

@MapleStreetBilliards thanks for your advice, that is exactly what I did. I worked with my 2 house cues and I practice with those, installing a elk mastet tip. However, I think I crack one of my wooden shaft because I tighten it too much as it would slip. I put on a plastic collete, but it still slipped. Did it happen to you before?

@warrente66 I have had carbon fiber shafts slip on me. Usually, what I will do if that happens is put a piece of painter's tape on the shaft where the collet will sit. This helps the collet hold onto the shaft without having to over tighten the chuck.

Thank you very much! I just use rubbing alcohol to clean the ferrule first. If I have any excess glue on the shaft or ferrule after installing the tip, I will first try to remove it with the razor blade. If that doesn't work, I will use a very small amount of acetone on a rag to remove the glue. Thanks for commenting.

@@MapleStreetBilliards thanksyou for your answer 👍

My customer provided the tip. He said he ordered it from Mezzusa.com. Unfortunately, I do not have any for sale. Thanks for commenting.

It is a 7"x14" Vevor Mini Lathe. Here is a link to it on Amazon: VEVOR Mini Metal Lathe, 7"x14" Benchtop Metal Lathe, 550W Variable Speed 2250RPM Metal Lathe, with 3-jaw Chuck CNC Mini Lathe Machine, Precision Mini Lathe w/Tool Box Digital Display for Metal Turning a.co/d/gZYFabe Thanks for commenting.

I do plan to make one. I have actually recorded one already, but I am not happy with it at all. It is coming, just not sure when. Thanks for commenting.

I've asked a million times to see it too I love the videos but I want to see that set up

I totally agree. They are really nice to work with. Thanks for commenting.

I am using revo 12.4. Can you recommend me which zan tip that i should try?

@selrahcnoved I'm sure Maple Street will comment on this also with their expertise but, the Zan hybrid, which to me plays very firm and I have personally tried the Zan premium soft and medium (Revo 11.8) and they all are just a little too hard for me and I like a true medium. With that being said, everybody likes a different hit, and every tip is different. All my customers that had a Zan installed by me love them, though.

@selrahcnoved Just like @ronsk8rr said, tip preference is very unique to the individual. What I can tell you is that I prefer the Zan Hybrid Max, but I happen to like harder tips. If you like soft playing tips, then the Premium soft is probably a better choice. Good luck in finding the right tip for you. I hope these responses have at least helped you a little bit. Thanks for commenting.

@MapleStreetBilliards didn't mean to hijack your comments, and I love your videos! You are great at what you do. Keep up the great work.

Most likely what I use, Tiger liquid burnisher. Looks like he uses a bar of Beeswax also.

I use Tiger Liquid burnisher. Thanks for commenting.

I use Locktite Gel Control super glue. Thanks for commenting.

Thank you very much! Yes, I did 3d those items. I am actually selling some of the things that I have designed and printed. I have links to my eBay listings in the description. Thanks for commenting.

You can scuff it a little, yes. You don't have to dig into the tip with the scuffer. Just make light scratches in the tip and try to chalk it. If it isn't taking chalk, lightly scuff it more.

I buy most of my tips from Seyberts.com. Thanks for commenting.

Thank you. It is 1 3/8 inch, or 35mm phenolic. Thanks for commenting.

How much does it weigh? Looks amazing!

@@RioBrands Kevin I didn't know ypu had a channel I just subscribed you should post your tips on there

​@@Gr1mTh3R34p3rThank you and I will as soon as it slows down a little bit. I really do enjoy the craftsmanship of this channel and others involved in billiards accessories and manufacturing.

@@RioBrands yeah I did as well remember me from the Vfw in Greenville the guy who did the refinishing of the pool balls up there for Mary and also put on tips.

Thank you! I use Tiger Liquid Burnisher. Thanks for commenting.

2mm is a very large amount when it comes to pool cues. When I trim off a small layer from the ferrule, I am only taking off 1 or 2 thousandths of an inch. That is a miniscule amount of material. Yes, I do have to remove some material from the ferrule, but I do my best to remove the smallest amount possible. Thanks for commenting.

It's called facing off. Need a new clean square surface to adhere the new tip to. It's a very small amount, the material coming off of the tool makes it look like more than it is. On my own cues I put a sacrificial pad on the ferrule so future tip changes only require facing off the pad and not the ferrule.

I am using a Shars 250-000 OXA quick change tool post. I just recently upgraded for a cheaper 250-000 that I purchased on eBay. I am very happy with the Shars. The quality and finish are top-notch. Here is a link to the eBay listing: www.ebay.com/itm/334120461883?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=EQxb9pehRie&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=DYNm-5LmQfK&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY The tip holder is actually just a live center with a concave tip on it. I purchased this one from Amazon. It has interchangeable tips. Here is the Amazon link: Taytools 468907 8 Piece Set Live Revolving Center MT2 Taper for Woodturning and Wood Lathes a.co/d/fvR48xV. Thanks for commenting.

I bought a pillow bearing on Amazon and then made an insert out of delrin for the back end of the shafts. Thanks for commenting.

Thank you very much! The lathe is a 7"x14" Vevor mini lathe.

@@MapleStreetBilliards what model ?

@Gr1mTh3R34p3r Here is the part number: SJ7X14JSMNCC550W0618MC This is the link to it on Amazon: VEVOR Mini Metal Lathe, 7"x14" Benchtop Metal Lathe, 550W Variable Speed 2250RPM Metal Lathe, with 3-jaw Chuck CNC Mini Lathe Machine, Precision Mini Lathe w/Tool Box Digital Display for Metal Turning a.co/d/gT9lhts

It is a Vevor 7"x14" mini lathe. Thanks for commenting.

Yes sir! Keep up the great work... Enjoy

Thank you! I use Locktite Ultra Gel Control for playing tips and Loctite Liquid Professional for break and jump tips. Thank you for commenting.

Thank you!

Thank you very much!

Thank you! The Taom tips are great. They are the only tips I recommend for jump cues. Thanks for commenting.

Where u get the tip tool in the last Operation?

@tkreiner1902 I designed and 3d printed it myself. I actually sell these on eBay. The link is in the description.

@@MapleStreetBilliards thank you sir. I will check it.

@MapleStreetBilliards unfortunately you didn't send it to my country. (Austria) But very nice tool.

Thank you very much for the compliment. It really means a lot!

I wanted to try skipping that step in order to save to life of the ferrule. The tip did stay on this shaft, but I have already had trouble with some other tips staying on. From my personal experience, I will no longer skip this step. Congratulations on the lathe! Thanks for commenting!