How To Restring a Yo-Yo
Mark Amirthanathan and one other contributor
Last updated on Jun 2, 2021
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓This guide will show users how to replace a Yo-Yo String. This guide is suitable for all Yo-Yo's.
Before starting this guide, clear out a flat surface to work on restringing your Yo-Yo.
There are no tools needed for this guide but your hands. Sharp objects are not recommended as you could potentially damage the string.
One will find this guide to be necessary if your Yo-Yo does not run smoothly or if it’s visible that your string is damaged. The cause for restringing could also be for aesthetic purposes, such as colour.
Please see the link to Amazon in the parts section if you’d like to buy a set of high quality strings for future replacements.
What you need
Parts
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Unscrew one half of the Yo-Yo from the other by twisting them in opposing directions.
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Analyze the current state of the string.
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If the string is damaged beyond repair, then get your new string ready.
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Find the end of the string that does not have a knot tied around it. This end of the string is the finger hole.
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Pull at the threading, making a hole that is just big enough to fit onto the ball bearing.
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Place the hole over the bearing, allowing the string to rest on the half of the Yo-Yo with the ball bearing.
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Hold the half with the ball bearing with one hand and gently tug on the string with your other hand.
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Screw the halves back together firmly, making sure that they are aligned correctly.
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Wind up your Yo-Yo and try do a trick to ensure that you’ve done a good job in restringing your Yo-Yo. Now you can enjoy your ‘Yo-Yoing’!
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After following these steps, you will have successfully restrung your Yo-Yo.
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