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@hakanlindhen500
@hakanlindhen500 3 күн бұрын
Who plays tennis with only three balls???
@theRScope
@theRScope Күн бұрын
everyone that is not from the US. And in Japan the balls come in sets of 2 (fun fact of the day).
@mrpoopoo888
@mrpoopoo888 4 күн бұрын
Time to change that overgrip before thinking abt changing strings.
@shroud1390
@shroud1390 4 күн бұрын
Thats why I prestretch my polys. And not the around the pole method but pulling on one side of the string and actually elongating the string. I tend to restring when the dt drops below 52 so thanks for the vid. Its time to restring. No clue how you can play with a dt that low.
@chuckfriebe843
@chuckfriebe843 3 күн бұрын
Some people like it at low tension. I don’t get how they can maintain control of the ball, even with poly. I like my tension on most of my racquets between 51 to 53 lbs, depending on conditions.
@SaqibSheikh
@SaqibSheikh 5 күн бұрын
That’s crazy. Where can we get that little machine
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 5 күн бұрын
You could do a search online to see where you can purchase. There are other testers you can use as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZKZf3iBad6gfZIsi=aW08BEPUAAQG3AM4
@user-uq8qi8se9w
@user-uq8qi8se9w 5 күн бұрын
Hello! I would like to ask you if you are happy with the Gamma XLT Stringing Machine? Also where did you get these base clamps? Thank you in advance 😃
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 5 күн бұрын
I am pretty happy with the XLT, though in hindsight I should have gotten the level up, as I added the floor stand and caster wheels, and upgraded the clamp bases as well. The prices add up to more expensive than the next level up! That being said, the tensioner is quite accurate, as I use the 2090 calibrator to ensure it’s pulling the proper tension. As for the clamp bases, they are called “switch action cam lock clamp base” which I purchased directly from Gamma. Thanks for watching!
@user-uq8qi8se9w
@user-uq8qi8se9w 3 күн бұрын
@@funkyfreshg Great! I would like to ask you a last thing! Can you add 20% at knot function or just 10%? Thank you for your reply!!!
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 3 күн бұрын
@@user-uq8qi8se9w no problem. Unfortunately no regarding the 20% knot; you would have to manually change your tension to do that if you wanted to do more than 10% for knot tie
@macattack78
@macattack78 7 күн бұрын
Realise this is a general summary. For a future video it would be nice to know what the starting / reference tension was when stringing. Also rate of tension loss. Ie how much tension dropped in first 24 hours after stringing / before first hit, then how quickly and consistently it lost tension. I use a mechanical constant pull stinging machine (Easy Stringer) and a phone app (all v. low budget). But I have observed something like a 4-5lb on most firm polys within 24hours, then a rapid drop after an hour or two of play, then a pretty consistent level after that up to the 10-12hour mark. Be interested to know if you see something similar with the ERT. What amazes me is how few people seem to discuss the fact their playing tension is likely quite far off their reference tension. Ie people must be playing at much lower tensions than they realise?
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 6 күн бұрын
I actually had taken it right off the stringer and started with that reference tension. It was hit within 24 hours, so I don’t know what the loss actually was in the first 24 hours. A similar comment was posted earlier, and I had actually already planned on doing a video on tension loss after 24 and 48 hours of the racquet sitting at rest. Stay tuned for that video! And I agree - I’m sure people feel like the racquet hits great right after a fresh string job, and then they don’t realize the gradual change until they get a new string job only to get that great hitting feeling once again. Thanks for your input!
@AAroberto1i
@AAroberto1i 8 күн бұрын
thank you for test but my question is if the tension will stop on some points of tension? :)
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 6 күн бұрын
Possibly, though I’ve never really tested specifically. That being said, I have a friend who I strung their racquet at 55 lbs (Wilson Prostaff) with Yonex Poly Tour Spin (poly), and they played sparingly with it. A year later, it was returned to me for a string job and when tension was tested, it was at or below the lowest level of tension reading on my tension reader at the time (MSV Mini STT), so it may have been extremely low for all I know
@v.o.7339
@v.o.7339 8 күн бұрын
Tension loss 18% in 10 hours. I use ERT300 and get approximately the same results. In my experience good polyester strings last 12 hours and lose 16-18%.
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 6 күн бұрын
Good info. Yes, some poly’s hold tension better than others
@b4m4f4n
@b4m4f4n 9 күн бұрын
Most people will probably be shocked by the rapid tension loss of poly. I string and have observed similar results. Good information.
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 6 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@nugget6292
@nugget6292 9 күн бұрын
Did u say 40 lbs after restring and 40 lbs after 10 hours? Same tension so no loss?
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 9 күн бұрын
No, starting tension was 48 lbs; after 10 hours, loss was to 40 lbs (so ~17% loss). I re-tested another 4 hours later (i.e. total of 14 hours), and loss was to 37 lbs (~23% loss).
@GMan407
@GMan407 10 күн бұрын
Be careful with the metal wiper part, years ago I had one fall down and hit the windshield and break it. I always put a towel down at that part now.
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 10 күн бұрын
For sure - I failed to do that in this video as an afterthought but corrected my ways in my other video!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6nUdGaAlqhlgKssi=JaAIFWGP1gLbA_qE Thanks for watching!
@gnohn9366
@gnohn9366 11 күн бұрын
It would be interesting to see if there is much tension loss after just sitting for a day or 2 without playing.
@TheSolopv
@TheSolopv 11 күн бұрын
actually the same 15-20%
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 11 күн бұрын
Good point! I’ll make an upcoming video on it after a multifilament test. Stay tuned…
@v.o.7339
@v.o.7339 8 күн бұрын
Depending on the string - good strings have static loss - 6-8% in 3 - 7 days.
@allemyr
@allemyr 13 күн бұрын
40 pounds 18kg strung? with a medium or soft polyster? Maybe ok with RPM Blast. If you not string every second day I would recommend strung it little higher so you like it few play hours later or after a week. Strings drops tension fast and then stay there. Restring after one or two month when the polyster string lost its bite.
@allemyr
@allemyr 13 күн бұрын
ok I got the number wrong I guess. anyway string the raquet so you like it most after 4-6 hours of play, choose a polyster that maintain tension well. all drops ofcourse but its huge difference inbetween.
@AJXOXO-vz1pn
@AJXOXO-vz1pn 13 күн бұрын
I don’t want to keep paying for restringing. Should I get my racquet string with a little more tension than I normally like so once I hit for a few days, the string tension settles into a range that I actually like?
@Para-rt9uk
@Para-rt9uk 13 күн бұрын
If i were you, I wouldn't worry too much. To try and put it into context for you, top players need their strings replaced more regularly, they hit through the ball so they lose tension quicker, and the particular string set up they use get less feel, become less 'lively', and 'dead' very quickly. Good players can feel it. And on the opposite end of the scale, Great Aunt Kittensocks, who goes down to social tennis 3 times a week, who just pats the ball back for 2-3 hours before her tea and cake, may never need her polyester strings replaced, she will never know or feel the difference, they will last her 20 years and beyond.
@allemyr
@allemyr 13 күн бұрын
yea exactly what you should do with polyster! It drops tension over time also especially first few days. You will know how you should string it so after 5 days or 2 weeks you really like it. Up to you when you would restring after
@pedrox96
@pedrox96 13 күн бұрын
I tried doing this once. I strung a racket at 56 bs (I normally go for 52lbs or 53lbs) and I regretted. Even when the tension dropped a little it still felt weird, like I had no feedback from the strings, a board-like feeling. I don't recommend going above the tension you're accustomed to. It's been a month and I have played probably 8 hours with it, and that thing still feels weird. Probably was the string job, but I dunno man...
@allemyr
@allemyr 13 күн бұрын
@@pedrox96 your stringing sounds like a mess! solve it!
@michaelyoong7
@michaelyoong7 10 күн бұрын
Poly strings are monofilaments & have elasticity like a spring. It's this springiness that gives you spin & feedback. Once they lose that, the poly is "dead" which is typically 10-15 hours of play! Over tensioned poly is like a spring that is over stretched, it loses its ability to return to its coiled state. If you use poly you should re-strjng 2X the no. of times you play in a week. If you play 3 times a week, you re-string at least 6 times a year.
@Alex-eu3wd
@Alex-eu3wd 13 күн бұрын
Insane & EPIC! Also nice watches ;)
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 13 күн бұрын
The first one to note the Easter eggs! I’ve been trying to cycle watches between videos; glad you noticed!
@MyCvid
@MyCvid 9 күн бұрын
@@funkyfreshgMy kind of guy. Watch and tennis nerd (or should I say, watch and tennis enthusiast?)! I any event, I see ya! 💯
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 6 күн бұрын
@@MyCvid thanks! Yes, nerd sounds about right…haha
@tesladiesel2420
@tesladiesel2420 14 күн бұрын
I use the old school Gamma spring loaded tension tester and usually take 4 measurements: 2X on the mains (from center: 2 to left, 2 to right) and 2X the crosses right around the sweet spot. I noticed the same, about 4lbs give or take after about 4-5 hrs of play (I string w/ soft poly) Gonna look into the ERT300, looks like it’s very simple to use and probably more consistent and accurate vs the manual spring loaded device (gamma) Thanks for sharing!
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 13 күн бұрын
No problem; thanks for watching! I also plan on doing a video on tension after hitting for 10 hours with multifilament to compare to poly. Stay tuned for that one!
@michaelyoong7
@michaelyoong7 10 күн бұрын
You can use phone apps like Tennis Vibes or Tennis Tension that measure tension by sound frequency when you tap on the stringbed.
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 10 күн бұрын
@@michaelyoong7 Yes! My other video does mention an app like that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZKZf3iBad6gfZIsi=_dRQecy49JkwJC37
@tennis3339
@tennis3339 6 күн бұрын
Does every string lose tension after play and if so what string material should I get because I’m about to buy new strings for the first time.
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 6 күн бұрын
@@tennis3339 every string will lose tension, but all at different rates. If you’re looking to minimize tension loss, consider multifilament or natural gut. HOWEVER, you sacrifice durability with those as the strings may snap relatively early, particularly if you hit with a lot of spin. If you’re a flat hitter, they can last quite a while (I know someone whose multifilament strings lasted for months because they hit fairly flat shots)
@bahia9991
@bahia9991 24 күн бұрын
Is the ball rescuer worth it if I only have one of them? I mean, if I have just one ball rescuer but 6 balls total. Can I mantain 3 of them inside in a week, then the other 3... You think it would be useful?
@kkui8635
@kkui8635 20 күн бұрын
Yes, the point of them is to make flat balls not flat, after you repressurize your balls you can just store the others in a container with a lid, they’ll lose some pressure but should still be enough to play with, especially compared to a flat ball.
@bahia9991
@bahia9991 20 күн бұрын
@@kkui8635 It's useful if the loss of pressure after being pumped is slow. In my mind, for some reason, these balls would become flat again pretty quickly.
@Swenser
@Swenser Ай бұрын
That with a ball refluffer and perfect. Why cant you just inject air in the ball ?
@cylesarmiento8212
@cylesarmiento8212 2 ай бұрын
Can i ask where did you purchase the stand for your machine
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 ай бұрын
I originally purchased from Tennis Giant in Canada, but I don’t think they sell it anymore. I’m sure you could find it online if you search for ‘gamma xlt stringing machine floor stand’
@hankhe3841
@hankhe3841 2 ай бұрын
i believe the revive/restore/ball saver are 14 psi over atmospheric pressure, so ~28 psi in total pressure. 14 psi is less than 1 standard atmospheric pressure, it doesn't make sense if it's only 14 psi.
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 ай бұрын
Yes, that would be correct. All would be relative to atmospheric pressure
@mikefoehr235
@mikefoehr235 2 ай бұрын
I am going to buy this. My right shoulder and arm are torn up a second time from work place injury.
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 ай бұрын
For sure, injury shouldn’t prevent you from doing things you want to do!
@you166mhz
@you166mhz 3 ай бұрын
next invention --- a robot to grab your fork utensil instead of using your hands ....
@DikkeBetha
@DikkeBetha 3 ай бұрын
Dude do you even lift? Only wussies need a "solution" like this. And besides. this only works with studs on to which the wheel can hang. Most Japanese and European cars don't have studs but bolts. Those wheels hang of the hub and fall off easily. One needs to hold/press a wheel against the hub, grab the first bolt and screw it in so the wheel won't drop off, thus this contraption won't work very well.
@bicepusmaximus
@bicepusmaximus 3 ай бұрын
Is this for old people?
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 3 ай бұрын
Primarily helps those with back issues (herniated discs, degenerated disc disease, etc.), which increases in incidence as you age
@RobertLaneTech
@RobertLaneTech 3 ай бұрын
While I wouldn't need that for auto, that would be nice to have for solid rubber tires on skidsteers. A prybar works, but when you do several units a day it takes its toll.
@drew5992
@drew5992 3 ай бұрын
This takes away from the fun of bouncing the tire off the vehicle
@jeffconn722
@jeffconn722 3 ай бұрын
If you need one of these you're pretty pathetic. I put on very heavy tractor tires with calcium chloride in them, and I don't need any of this crap. Do you want to know the secret....... Stop making excuses and get strong.
@truedox
@truedox 3 ай бұрын
What weakling needs this to change a wheel?
@CanadianAnanth
@CanadianAnanth 3 ай бұрын
I work at a semi truck shop we have one.
@CanadianAnanth
@CanadianAnanth 3 ай бұрын
But ur right only weaklings need it for a car tire
@jeffconn722
@jeffconn722 3 ай бұрын
​@@CanadianAnanthyou're a Canadian so it doesn't surprise me that you need one. I'll grab one in each hand and put them on easily. Because I'm an American Farmer. The world has gone soft.
@carlosochoa9388
@carlosochoa9388 3 ай бұрын
​@@jeffconn722I'm American too just jack up the car and pick it up and they think we are lazy old men
@user-zc7xm5bb2y
@user-zc7xm5bb2y 3 ай бұрын
Not every one is a superman as you, I am 70 years old with two bad knees!!!
@CarGuy2012
@CarGuy2012 3 ай бұрын
Great video! This is exactly the same for the front and rear wipers on a GLC300. Never knew about the maintenance mode for the wipers. Tried it and it works the same on my GLC. Really handy for when washing the car. Rear wiper is the same as your E63S. This is the only video I found that shows how to change this style of rear window wiper. Thanks
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 3 ай бұрын
Thanks! This is exactly why I did this video; glad you found it helpful
@viralhype_
@viralhype_ 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for this vid 👍. How long to they need to be in the containers for to notice a difference. I've just got a 'head' branded one, but nowhere does it say for how long you are supposed to leave them to 'cook' for 🤷‍♂️
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 4 ай бұрын
For the gamma/tourna/tennis ball saver ones, they recommend 14 days. The ball rescuer only needs 3 days!
@glenparis
@glenparis 4 ай бұрын
Yeah, but do they work?
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 4 ай бұрын
I would definitely say the ball rescuer works. We’ve hit with some propenn balls for 4 hours, then put them in the rescuer for about a week, then took the balls out again to hit and they seemed to have even more bounce than before! Of course, felt will start to wear down so the ball’s lifespan will be limited by that aspect
@TreyCheung
@TreyCheung 5 ай бұрын
Great video. Anything done to the car? I have a 2020 in Ottawa.
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 5 ай бұрын
Nope, pretty much bone-stock (other than blacking out that rear chrome strip)! Haven’t really planned on modding my current cars since my ricer ambitions of the late 90’s/early 00’s. Haha. Thanks for watching!
@bekipitz472
@bekipitz472 5 ай бұрын
🙈 'PromoSM'
@raysurx2010
@raysurx2010 Жыл бұрын
Good video, volume is too low? You need a small microphone on your shirt since you speak soft.
@hoanhle5367
@hoanhle5367 Жыл бұрын
Hi! Enjoyed watching your video. What stand are you using for the stringer?
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! It’s the Gamma XLT floor stand; there were optional caster wheels that I got with it - makes a world of difference to allow me to move the machine around when needed
@deliciousdaddyfood7251
@deliciousdaddyfood7251 2 жыл бұрын
Really good video as you explained how to use various tools and why. Where did you buy the Babolat starting clamp? I cannot seem to find it anywhere, only the Gamma brand which is fine, but in reviews I read that the best one out there is Babolat. Thanks.
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 жыл бұрын
I live in Canada, and there’s a store here called Racquetguys that I primarily use for my stringing needs. Another place I’ve used is Racquetdepot which is based out of the UK. Hopefully you’ll have luck in those places!
@RicardojdVeiga
@RicardojdVeiga 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your explanation!
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@minkabby9536
@minkabby9536 2 жыл бұрын
It’s 55 tension on cross and mains is this ok?
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 жыл бұрын
Answer: it depends. Personally, I like to string within the tension range recommended by the manufacturer (usually can find that information somewhere on the throat of the racquet or doing some digging online). In terms of absolute tensions, just keep in mind that lower tensions will generate more power and higher tensions will give more control, in general. Thanks for watching!
@minkabby9536
@minkabby9536 2 жыл бұрын
@@funkyfreshg thanks for answering!
@ATELIERDUCORDAGE
@ATELIERDUCORDAGE 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, what is that tool that you use to arrange your strings right after finishing your raquet, how is it called?
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 жыл бұрын
It’s called a String Thing String Straightening Device. I used to use my fingers to straighten while the racquet was still mounted on the machine, but this is much less time-consuming!
@ATELIERDUCORDAGE
@ATELIERDUCORDAGE 2 жыл бұрын
Really nice and we'll explained. I did the same on mines and I added 10% on the knot, that means in kg..+2kg and what I've noticed is that it really pulled on the frame and made the raquet rounder. Now if I'll cut the strings, will the raquet come to its original form or the frame will remain in the same position??
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Catalin, a few things come to mind: is the tension you’re stringing in the recommended range for the racquet? Was the racquet adequately supported with the mounts while stringing? Was the racquet damaged in any way prior to stringing (i.e. cracked)? If the racquet is structurally sound, there should be recoil so the frame should come back to its shape prior to stringing. Also, racquet stiffness may also play a role in what you’re seeing when you string. Thanks for watching!
@ATELIERDUCORDAGE
@ATELIERDUCORDAGE 2 жыл бұрын
@@funkyfreshg sorry for the late reply. Yes the tension is among the one recomanded by Yonex. Now there are some things though. Every frame will be deformed while stringing and it also depends on the stringing technique. 4 knots with 1kg lower on the crosses will keep the frame "rounder". 4 knots with the same tension mains and crosses will pull back the frame to it's original unstrung form.2 knots with 1kg lower on the crosses will pull the frame back to it's original form. 2 knots , same tension mains/crosses...well I haven't tried that yet...I'm out of string 🤣🤣🤣
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 жыл бұрын
@@ATELIERDUCORDAGE yes, very true. Will be apparent with hybrid string tensions on the mains and crosses. All things being equal and racquet not damaged, you will for sure get some deformity with stringing, even under normal stringing circumstances (and more so with tensions outside the recommended ranges for the racquet). If you REALLY want to mess with the shape, try stringing one side entirely when doing mains then do the other side…haha. Though I would only do that with a racquet you don’t mind potentially damaging! Haha
@ATELIERDUCORDAGE
@ATELIERDUCORDAGE 2 жыл бұрын
@@funkyfreshg aaaa nope!!! Don't think I'm gonna do that, i really like my raquetes 😈 and I'm more interested in upgrading to the gamma xlt that you have rather then breaking raquets 😉
@funkyfreshg
@funkyfreshg 2 жыл бұрын
@@ATELIERDUCORDAGE haha, of course! Just joking, for sure. As for the Gamma XLT, I’m very happy with it. Can’t beat the electronic constant-pull tensioner! I would have loved to get a Wilson Baiardo or Yonex PT8, but alas the price points for those were cost-prohibitive…
@TheSiamesefighter
@TheSiamesefighter 3 жыл бұрын
Informative. Thanks for the walkthrough.