Forum: Club Making & Components

Too bad as not only Tim Hewitt was very knowledgeable he was also a true gentleman. Dear myOstrich Golf Customer, The recent two year down turn in the golf industry has taken a toll on many suppliers and component manufacturers in the golf industry. Reduced staff, overall lower...

I replaced my putter grip with one that is 42g heavier (Winn AVS to Tiger Shark). I was wondering, in order to achieve the same swingweight as before, approximately how much weight would I have to add to the head or low end of the shaft? Would I really have to add 42g of weight to the head or...

Hi: I am looking at maybe buying a very cheap set of graphite clubs which have the option of either regular or stiff. Since I have seen different postings indicating that not all shafts are stiff or regular as indicated and since I currently have regular steel shafts, I was thinking of...

Seriously thinking about trying this out. All I need to learn is 3 swings and 3 different ball positions instead of 13 different swings and 13 different ball positions(that is if you do not play every club at the same ball position) I can also only bring 3 clubs to the range:scratchch Also thinking...

I am a high handicap golfer (19) and think that it may be time to look at my equipment to ensure that they're the right length, type, loft etc. I've gone for lessons several times and am definitely noticing decent improvement in my game, but I have never gotten my clubs fitted to me. I know that...

For all of you clubmakers (or not), which type of matching do you do in your irons. I've experimented with couple types but have gone back to plain swing weighting even though there are probably more technically sound methods. I'm just wondering what types of matching you use (few types of moi) and...

Hi All, I was looking for some advice regarding driver shafts. I recently purchased an R9 driver head for my son. He has a swing speed of about 95, is 5' 4", and has a very smooth tempo (like Freddie Couples). I recently purchased what I thought was a good shaft for him on eBay, but I may...

Edit: Errors were found and the formula does not hold up. Do not attempt to build such a set. Equivalent Compound Pendulum Length Matching ECPLM Spreadsheet The Basic premise is: compound pendulums of equivalent lengths (not weight) swing at the same frequency (tempo). Notice how a mantle...

Anybody have any idea where to get a sole weight for an Adams Pro Gold hybrid? Just noticed mine is missing. Thought I could swap with an unused Pro model but not the same. Thanks.

Ok guys…. remember I am a beginner at this. My 5 iron has 306 cpm in a 5 inch clamp without a grip. I prefer my clubs a little softer than stiff so this should be good for me . I think? Now if I want to match my 4, 3, and 2 hybrids would they then be made to 302, 298,and 294? My 4 hybrid is now...

Hi all, Is there an easy way and/or cheap tool for measuring face angle on woods (i.e to see if they are open/ closed)? The only way I know of is to get and upmarket loft and lie machine with a face angle guage like that below, not an option I fancy exploring!! Someone suggested using...

A few years ago I decided to change the paintfill on my Titleist 990s. After careful research, and much discussion with others who have had success with changing paintfill, I bought some acetone, put it in a bucket, dropped in the irons and watched the paint fall off and then got to work. So...

I've been after a set of these shafts for a while to try and decided to pick up a set for my fall/winter project. I picked them up on e-bay for $170 shipped, so I couldn't pass them up. Any comments on how they will compare to the DG X100's.. I picked up a set of i10's and the AWT shafts just...

Does someone knows the tip size? let me know thanks

OK here we go----remember I'm Scottish. GT and Golfworks---14 sticks @13.50 ea plus taxes :hissyfit: I don't think so :-) (GolfPride) Just been checking around on how to do this myself at home------looks like a piece of cake---really :) I have everything without even buying a thing except...

So I am going to pick up a heat gun that has two heat settings (250* or 450*). I think the low setting is good as it is high enough to loosen the epoxy and not high enough to ruin the graphite fibers. Is this correct? Should I be using the low setting? Also, is it possible for me, if wearing...

Chieflongtee just reshafted my driver and he just did a great job in case somebody is looking for a clubbuilder

I’m just not hitting the ball as far as I used to ...can you help?” This is probably the single most often asked question by golfers looking for a new shaft. For years, the answer was relatively easy: put the golfer into an ultra-light shaft and they would pick up some of the yards that time...

anyone know if the tip size is different between the R9 and R9 TP? They both use the sleeve but I am wondering if they use the same sleeve or a different one (.350 vs .335). thanks!

Hi. I am looking to get my nike 5900 driver bent a couple degrees. Can that even be done ? does anyone know where i could get that done ? thanks

Just had my golf Shaft fixed by Les McBride at his shop. What a great guy and he sure knows his (poop). If you need clubs, or need a club fixed call Les. He also caters to children as well:) His handle on this site is DOWNHILLSLIDER

Golf digest November 09 issue: http://www.golfdigest.com/instruction/2009/11/tiger_woods_cut_drive

So I swing around 85-90mph so I am supposed to have a regular shaft. I have a burner with a stiff shaft and I have learned to use it and it still has a manageable fade. If i reshaft the driver to a regular shaft, what can I expect in terms of ball flight. Longer? Straighter? Will it promote...

if you are a serious golfer try this shaft...wow! same perfect ball flight ever shot and you can't hook a ball (straight)...just a bit expensive

Can this be done? With the stock shaft and the adapter that changes the lie/loft, can you put in an upgraded shaft?

hi wondering if anyone has any experience with this? I was looking at trying it on some old heads i have..seems like a good opportunity for winter revenue while the clubs are in the basement for many of us?

I lost my Titelist DCI 981SL 8 iron and would like to replace it. Acushnet does not have any replacment heads (too old). I have the loft/lie spec's and am wondering if it might be possible to find/create a substitute at a reasonable cost......

I have a customer looking to complete a set and needs the #6 and #8 heads. New or used in good shape RH. These were from the now discontinued Elite program. Let me know at bobsailergolf@shaw.ca Thank you.

If I have a pulled shaft from a non-imix ft-5, can i pull the adapter off an imix shaft and stick it on the pulled shaft, and use that as an imix setup?

Can anyone remove rat glue from a Wishon Driver head for me in the Ottawa area? If so, how much will it cost? Head has quite a bit from what I understand...probably 15 grams or so. Please let me know. PM if you prefer. Thanks, Al

I presently out there looking for an FT9 MR Bassara UL Hawk 53 - now on the pre-owned/ebay circuit I am finding more with the Whiteboard shaft in it. To all you club makers/tinkerers out there what are you thoughts on the comparison of the Bassara UL Hawk 53 to the WB D-63. According to the MR site...

I play a draw but I find when I really want to swing my driver I play a huge high draw. My miss is a hook, but I find that even on good contact when I give a good swing I will get 275 almost all of it carry with a draw that plays from the right side of the fairway to the left. This is good distance...

Can anyone tell me the kick point on this shaft. TM superfast 50g. I can't find it listed anywhere.

Does anyone, still refinish old wood woods, and if so can you post a contact name & number. I have a lady that has a few and will not upgrade. Thanks

Where do I get a roll (assuming it comes in a roll), of lead tape, from an Ottawa retailer? Golfworks? Might GT sell some, or give me a small bit?

Does anyone in Ottawa do proper shaft fitting and has the newest shafts from mitsubishi, matrix and Fujikura..... I will be in San Francisco for the Presidents Cup in October so I might wait to be fitted down there........

Not sure this can be done but is there a tool that can shave the tip uniformly from a .350 to a .335 and if so will it affect the properties of the shaft? :book Luc

I picked up one of these shafts and was wondering if anyone has used one,if yes, what were your thoughts on it? I have the stiff version in black of course. It is currently in a Burner TP driver and wondering what to expect. http://www.grafalloy.com/grafalloy/bimatrx.asp

I have purchased a few R9 .350 TIP SIZE SLEEVEs. I am considering changing from a Regular to a Stiff shaft ie. Motore F1 75... Since these have .335 tips, can a clubmaker shim these to fit the .350 tip sleeves and will they be reliable? Also, can anyone recommend someone in Ottawa that is a...

Hey folks, I bought a set of Wilson Ci7 irons. They are great clubs, but the shafts feels weird. I got used to the smotth feeling of the KBS tours and something bugs me in the stock TX-105. I pulled the head of my 4 iron to try it with the KBS shafts, but big problem : I then realised that...

Hi folks, I have a TM Tour Burner 9.5" (07, non-TP) driver with Pershing 65g R shaft in it. It's a nice stick, very reliable, pretty long on solid hits. The only trouble is that it feels quite a bit heavier than my old Nike Sumo (the original one) with V2 shaft. So, after some digging, I've...

I hear the shaft makes the difference. Just wondering what would be the benefits of changing the shaft in my Driver. CGB R7 Superfast 45g Stiff. I hit it well when I do hit it but spray it on occassion. Don't hit it as far as with my Burner but more consistent. Have a FUJI E380S 65g shaft thinking...

Would anyone here be able to bend a 52 degree to a 50 for me? Any potential issues with doing this?

What is the correct way to fit a person for a putter's lie angle? How much of a difference does a degree or two of lie angle make in a putter? My understanding is that if your putter is too upright (i.e. toe up at address), you may tend to pull your putts left (for a right handed golfer).

WTB UST PROFORCE V2 GRAPHITE WOOD SHAFT (STIFF) and perhaps get installed into my 4 wood.

Hi, Looking to re-shaft a driver for a friend. He needs a driver shaft around 42 inches long and he has about a 90mph clubhead speed. Looking to get him in a regular shaft but not sure if i get a regular shaft cut down will it become stiff? Should I look into getting a senior shaft cut down so...

Is there anyone here on the forum that does good work? I need a few things altered and would like to get it done in the next few days. Thanks in advance. Brian

Any thoughts from the following thread? http://forum.OttawaGolf.com/showthread.php?t=47237&referrerid=0