GOLF GRIP REMOVAL FOR REUSE - Save your grips and save $$$

In this video I show you golf grip removal for reuse using a simple $20 grip removal tool. Golf grips are expensive, so why cut them off if you don't need to. I will show you the tools you need to remove grips and the process needed to save them. This simple process is something every golf club maker should know.

[@flippperboy]

Thanks. Just bought one after using a wire hanger. Your efforts in giving great info is appreciated.

[@roryheath9536]

He always has great videos, it just seems like it takes us forever to get to the point.

[@jamesneslen6573]

This is exactly what I am thinking. Just start playing the video at the 5 minute mark. GET TO THE POINT ALREADY!!!!

[@charlesbartholomew2910]

I've never removed a grip for reuse. Now that I'm armed with this knowledge I can do it. Thank you AJ!

[@ronlitz9055]

You are a natural for what I like to watch. Thanks so much for taking the time.

[@EFGMC]

Thanks for watching!

[@gregpfaff8060]

I've used metal skewers for grilling. These are flat on each side and are long enough for the grips.

[@SasquatchTour]

I use an air compressor and it works great for removal and install uses a lot less solvent however it doesn't work for a lot of putter grips. I have had about 50% success removing stock grips on new clubs but the key when using compressed air method is add grip tape or masking tape and completely cover the butt end of the shaft so air can't go down the shaft and must funnel down the grip. Doing this allows for about 15-20psi to remove the grip vs about 65psi to try to get the same boundary layer of air if air is allowed to escape down the shaft.

[@taylormzalewski]

I've been using this tool for awhile now and I have the longer version. I was always under the assumption to use it so that the channel is against the shaft so liquid can move down into the shaft and I tried your method and it is night and day easier. I no longer have to clean tape that gets stuck inside the grip after removal...or at least very minimal clean up. The little bulge in the tool is used to carefully peel away the grip from the tape. Excellent video

[@EFGMC]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fredfish4316]

Excellent video. A plastic coated wire coat hanger doubled over will do the job too. Bit clumsy maybe. Compressor, not needed. Vice, not needed. Ohhh, and turpentine works well too. Cheap as chips.

[@hiblendmedia]

Tried the compressed air method and although it works, there's always those few grips that are stubborn to get off. This method seems headache free. Thanks!

[@travismarshall8584]

Never saw this done that way... AMAZING!!!

[@mikewilliams1479]

You have no idea how much money you just saved me!!!!

[@francescacostin31]

Thanks! Very descriptive explanation. 😊

[@GaryMackman]

Great video, it is simple, i managed to do this and then found the video.

[@becrisp]

Worked like a charm. Thank you very much for the comprehensive tutorial!

[@EFGMC]

Glad it worked. I find I am usually 80% when saving grips this way. Occasionally some still tear at the seams.

[@MrWkendwarrior]

Excellent technique !

[@biggeejackharley77]

Tyvm, I’m going to give it a try!!!

[@christopherdyer1862]

Thanks for the tips. You make it look too easy😁. I have taken off numbers of grips man handling it. I'll certainly give this a try. As always Thanks for all the help

[@joshclayg]

Just purchased ... would have made sense to have got before cutting off dozens of perfectly good grips but better late than never!

[@lukejackson1933]

Needle and syringe does the job. We do a large amount of regrips that include removal of grips. Speed is necessary.

[@joemoss8106]

Today years old. Never knew. Thanks

[@sepetisionelatu5539]

Thank you!

[@Muzak1]

Hello AJ, love your tutorials. Finally took the plunge at learning to re-grip, bought the equipment and re-gripped 2 clubs after saving a couple of near new Golf Pride fat grips. Wow, I was beside myself to see how easy it was to to do it. Thank you AJ! p.s. any tips on how to remove stubborn, broken up grip tape from graphite shafts after having pulled out the grip?

[@EFGMC]

Heat. Warm the tape up with a heat gun or a hair dryer and it will come off much easier. You can also buy a tape scraping tool that makes it faster.

[@Muzak1]

@@EFGMC Thanks for your prompt reply AJ, much appreciated. I also learned the using the grip removing tool with the groove facing away from the shaft would have not damaged the grip tape in the first place. Learning by mistakes, but I’ll be doing my grips from now on.😎😎😎

[@pgn1545]

Great tutorial AJ , used it to good effect 👍

[@EFGMC]

Glad to hear it.

[@Kinky_Wizzard]

Thanks AJ, great video

[@MrMike100280]

Great content!! Thanks for the tips.

[@TheKeenej]

Good job. Sometimes air pressure is not a practical choice. This method always works. Remember to use on recent re-grips.

[@EFGMC]

Yes, true

[@jordanevans6685]

A friend broke a wedge recently and I removed the remainder of the old shaft and then put a new shaft into the wedge head for him. He had just recently put a new grip on that club, but I wasn’t able to remove it with air pressure because the shaft was broken so no resistance to the air. I don’t have a tool like the one you demonstrated. But I’m going to get one for all the reasons you mentioned. Thanks for a great instructional video.

[@hercegmj]

@@jordanevans6685 IMO

[@Ozzie612]

You’re a lifesaver thank you so much!

[@EFGMC]

Appreciate it. Thanks for watching.

[@16-bit-trip5]

Just picked one of these up, thanks so much for the tutorial!

[@nickcelano6715]

I just got a new set of irons. They measure about an inch longer than my old iron, to my surprise. I believe I am going to have to cut down 4-gw on my clubs. I want to reuse these brand new grips of course. Do you have to remove the old tape and apply new grip tape, or can you reuse the old tape by applying the solvent to the old tape? Great videos on how to diy all of this. I appreciate the help.

[@EFGMC]

It's going to depend on what kind of tape they used the first time. Some tape you can slather up with more solvent and it will get slippery again, but some tape won't. I would try a little solvent on one shaft and just see how slick it gets. If it works just make sure you go quickly when installing the grips back. Once you start sliding the grip on, don't stop.

[@nickcelano6715]

@@EFGMC thank you for the advice. I appreciate it.

[@scottneeman3947]

I appreciate the videos. Does this work on graphite shafts?

[@EFGMC]

Yes, same deal.

[@RollYourRock]

Geez... while we're still young, already! - Instructions start at 5:20

[@jeffnahass8373]

Buying one today!

[@EFGMC]

Good deal. Also if you have not seen my last video, you may want to check it out as another great option for gripping and then removing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKaqn6OseaqEq6M

[@marcusmcnamara9530]

Hi AJ, love the videos, I'm finding removing certain grips/brands difficult to remove, in particular some Lamkin ones where the tape seems to be welded :-) to the grip rather than the shaft so the tape ends up stuck in the grip and a lot of effort to get it out, have you any tips for this issue, I've tried hacksaw blade etc and it helps but very difficult to get all the tape out. Thanks.

[@EFGMC]

I put a tee in the vent hole and then fill the grip with solvent, let it sit for 15 minutes or so and then go back with a wire coat hanger straightened and work it up and down the grip. Maybe shake it also. Once it comes loose you can recapture the solvent and strain it to use again.

[@marcusmcnamara9530]

@@EFGMC many thanks, will give that a try.

[@arvinddas6803]

Fantastic

[@TC-ps9sd]

New subscriber. Great content.

[@EFGMC]

Welcome!

[@Denis4644]

Same process with a oversized putter grip? A client wants to cut down the shaft but keep his Super Stroke grip I have the same grip remover tool that you are using in your video

[@reuk]

Now i'm thinking about getting the tool 😂

[@EFGMC]

Pays for itself quick

[@tsc6454]

I've used metal hangers that I bent and it worked......but I still wish I had the tool you have lol

[@EFGMC]

I know many who use your method.

[@CBFREE]

Thanks for the tips especially heating the grip. I will try heating it carefully with the paint stripper gun that i use for iron head removal. I think have been going a bit more brute force filling using a syringe with spirit am going to try this rotation method. 👍

[@EFGMC]

Let me know how it works out.

[@luke3milan]

Great video. Is that tool safe to use on graphite shafts? Or would it damage the graphite?

[@EFGMC]

Works on graphite also. Want to be slightly more careful up at the very start, but once you get the tool down a bit, it's just running against the tape so the shaft is protected. Even if you get a little paint scratch at the top (which I have never seen but), it would still end up under the new grip so you won't see it.

[@ircunning2697]

@@EFGMC I wrap the exposed part of the graphite shaft near the grip with painters tape, dip the tool in the solvent first, work a little slower, and use more solvent. This helps against scratching the shaft, especially the visible part.

[@billcox199]

This could be the best tool I have .

[@EFGMC]

Pays for itself quickly!

[@BigDaddyofSoCal]

great job, you da man!

[@kyledavis635]

Well done video! Questions - after removing the grip, are you able to add a tape wrap (or more than one) to the existing tape or is it normally the case, or recommended, that you take all of the tape off the shaft and then add new tape wraps? My understanding is that a tape wrap is generally 1/64 inch in diameter and that the difference between a standard size grip and a midsize grip is four wraps, or 1/16 inch in diameter (which translates to approx. 3.14 times that, ie. Pi, in circumference?) Am I correct?

[@EFGMC]

1/32 is a midsize grip. As for the tape, if the old tape is in good condition, then you could leave it on. Just wait for it to fully dry before adding additional layers. Different tapes will have different thicknesses, grip tape is always thicker than masking tape.

[@kyledavis635]

@@EFGMC Thank you for the timely reply! So are you saying that basically 2 wraps equals a midsize grip, not four? Is there a brand/type of grip tape that you recommend? Are there any that seem to work better in facilitating removal of grips etc.? Thanks!

[@EFGMC]

@@kyledavis635 3 wraps is usually a better rule for 1/32. Figure each wrap adds .012 inch of thickness so 3 wraps gives us .036 which is closest to 1/32. All that said, each tape will be a little different. Some build up tapes are thicker, masking tape is different, double sided usually thicker but some OEMs use a very thin double side tape. Not to really screw up your universe, but the specific grip, and how it is made can also influence the thickness as the grip can stretch and thin out differently as it goes over more and more layers of tape. If you don't want to go down this worm hole, just stick with 3x wraps for midsize and not worry about it. 😅

[@whitedime]

Brilliant!

[@orviskid]

I use a knitting needle push it down then add mineral spirits let that work then twist grip off

[@lcalvin5601]

i have cut so many brand new grips!

[@EFGMC]

With current grip prices, you pay for the tool after 2 grips.

[@kusler67]

Action starts at 6:12

[@gregorywalker4997]

xcellent! thanks so much.

[@EFGMC]

Glad it was helpful!

[@noelreddy1670]

When reusing the grip i sometimes found glue inside the grip. this caused the grip to come loose on the new club. how do you clean the inside of the grip?

[@EFGMC]

I put some solvent down the grip, close both ends and shake it around for 30 seconds. Then go back with the removal tool and scrape the sides with it. Then rinse with soapy warm water.

[@IPv6Freely]

I bought one of these and it worked great. Actually, it worked too well. Somehow, the tape stuck better to the grip than to the shaft so the shaft was coming out completely clean... with the tape still inside the grip. I'm... not sure how to make that not happen...

[@johnherman3261]

Thanks A J

[@zoktoberfest]

I would recommend light usage of a hair dryer

[@briansgolfworks4991]

I've used this tool for years. You should lubricate the tool before inserting it into the grip. Once it's started pull the grip out and spray more solvent in. This works for most grips including putters. I've removed all types of grips including Winn and Superstroke products putters. The Golfworks is now offering a 20" version. The problem is that the handle is bent the wrong way. The handle is bent toward the shaft with the V on the shaft side so it presses against the shaft instead of away from it. Bad design.

[@EFGMC]

Not ideal, but I wonder if you could bend the handle into the other orientation on that 20".

[@briantorney980]

@@EFGMC It's spring steel so it won't bend.

[@EFGMC]

@@briantorney980 Scratch that idea.

[@Barney29508]

Hi AJ, I've bought a classic Ping putter which is a couple of inches too long. I want to remove the very expensive Ping Man standard grip and reuse it after I've cut the shaft down. Putter grips are a bit more rigid than iron grips due to the profile and not as straight forward. Have you got any links to videos or instructions covering this?

[@EFGMC]

I've pulled the all rubber ones off before with this tool. If you are really worried about tearing, you might want to use a syringe method to inject the solvent through the grip. If not, just do it on a warm day and use plenty of solvent during the process.

[@harveyn3328]

I have spent several days looking for this grip removal tool that you used. I have found the correct category on Amazon but it is not the same. It is a tape removal tool which I believe to be totally unnecessary. Where can I find the tool that you used in your video " Golf Grip Removal for reuse"? Thank You.

[@EFGMC]

Here is the one I use. www.golfworks.com/the-golfworks-v-groove-grip-remover/p/vggrv/

[@ronharrington8659]

Golf Works has one like he using. Go ahead and get tape removal brush while your at it. Shipping cost about the same. Gets wet tape left over inside the grip.

[@gototcm]

Is there much difference between this solvent and another solvent such as paint thinner? I've also used paint thinner to put grips on a club.

[@EFGMC]

Very similar to paint thinner / mineral spirits. I've used both as well in a pinch.

[@cadizwilmo9687]

I got my grip removing tool today and was able to removed the grip no problem. But I reused the grip on another club (using new tape) but the solvent doesn't seem to be drying inside the grip. Still slipping a little bit. Bummer. Will I need to let it dr over night.

[@EFGMC]

The grip will get stretched out somewhat being on another club so usually need to wait until it's completely dry before swinging it. Might also want to poke a tee or a nail in through the vent hole in the grip. Some people put a lot of tape on the butt end and tuck it into the shaft. This sometimes can collect some solvent and have nowhere to go with it. Opening that vent hole and letting the club dry grip side down, can help speed things up.

[@cadizwilmo9687]

@@EFGMC YOU ARE COMPLETELY CORRECT, SIR! Woke up this morning to see if it's dry. Yes - it's dry now. The solvent at the end of the shaft just needed more time to dry (overnight). Thank you so much for your reply and all the great videos you make.

[@BuffaloBarber24]

Will the grip be stretched out tho after it’s removed and not stay as connected to the new club?

[@EFGMC]

Not from my experience in most cases. If it is old, then maybe. Cords seem to not always return to shape as well also. But age is the biggest factor.

[@kimbo172]

Hey bud got another question for btw the shimms worked a treat and bought some glass beads. What solvent would recommend for removing grips bought a pressure grip remover tried it out today failed miserably could not get them to loose their tackiness

[@EFGMC]

Any grip solvent will work that is golf specific but you can also easily use mineral spirits if you have that around the house. Both will work. There are definitely two camps when it comes to gripping, solvent vs. compressed air. I'm team solvent.

[@kimbo172]

Failed miserably with the spirits lol will try the grip solvent read somewhere about acetone or like nail polish remover or even a sticky label remover type thing

[@EFGMC]

@@kimbo172 Would try the grip solvent before the acetone. Acetone is really stronger than you need. Also it helps if your solvent is not cold. All this works better when the grips, tape and solvent are room temp.

[@kimbo172]

Eventually got round to getting the proper grip adhesive and how easy it is to remove those grips 're gripped a friend's clubs lat week managed to save 2 of them for myself just cut the rest but now I have the confidence and proper stuff to remove those grips and keep them intact new set of of sonars coming my way and now I can sell my lamkin tour calibrates thanks again for you help Peace Out!!

[@EFGMC]

@@kimbo172 Good deal. Glad it worked.

[@AndreasLarzon]

Hi. What are the dimensions of the steel rod in the tool? Thinking of constructing one my selves because they are crazy expensive here where I live. Do you have any suggestions on similar tools for removing grips where double-sided tape has been used?

[@EFGMC]

A piece of of steel filed down to the right width (about 3/8 inch) would work. I've had people tell me they use metal hangers also.

[@AndreasLarzon]

@@EFGMC Thanks for the quick reply. I will use/modify a meat skewer or something similar as a few people in the comments suggested. I think it should work just fine. Another question. When companies, for instance, Taylormade, produce their clubs nowadays. Do they usually use compressed air or double-sided tape in their grip installation process?

[@EFGMC]

@@AndreasLarzon They all use double sided tape. Every single brand.

[@AndreasLarzon]

@@EFGMC In Sweden, the V-Groove grip remover tool costs about 60-100 USD depending on where you buy it. That's a bit much for occasional use. So I went to the hardware store, bought a 10x4mm flat bar, and cut it to the correct length. Filed the end a bit pointy with tapered thickness for easier penetration between the grip and shaft. I bent the other side of the bar so that a handle (replacement handle for files) was clear from the shaft when the flat bar was parallel to the post. The result. A very similar-looking, reusable for a long time and functional tool but with a total cost of about 8 USD. :D

[@muzzminoti1840]

Cool

[@MG-th9sl]

What do think about using a hair dryer to warm up the grip a little?

[@EFGMC]

Yes, that for sure can help, especially if you are doing this in colder weather. In summer time, probably not necessary.

[@terrencecitywide]

I have an ugly putter with a ping man leather grip. Should I try to remove it?

[@EFGMC]

I don't think leather will work with this. Might need to use the syringe method to have any hope of saving that one.

[@terrencecitywide]

@@EFGMC sorry I rechecked them it is that smooth black rubber. On one grip there are some cracks

[@jeffwatt2627]

Rather than solvent I use washing up liquid.

[@jakemckeown9961]

How do I get the dried grip tape out of the grip when I save it? I pull the grips off and when I went to re apply them I realized the there was tape stuck down inside the grip and it was dry. I was wonder how to get the tape out of the grip

[@EFGMC]

I put a tee in the vent hole and pour some solvent into the grip. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes then pour it out. Remember the solvent is reusable so you can catch it and use again. Some of the tape will pour out with it. For the rest I use the grip tool to scrape out what is left in there. Need be give them another solvent treatment, shake it around and dump again.

[@ronharrington8659]

Golf Works has a tool similar to the tool he uses here that has like a small wire brush on the end. You just insert into grip go around up and down until you pull all of the tape out. May take a few times to grab and pull out and remove wet tape from the brush and going back for more. Just hold grip up to light and you can see when it’s cleaned out.

[@foxyyy4u]

will this scratch graphite shaft with this method?

[@EFGMC]

Not from my experience, need to be careful and not dig it into the paint when you start though.

[@jincyayrattu6606]

Tnx bud what is d solvent name??

[@EFGMC]

Just grip solvent, you can also use mineral spirits though.

[@rythymsection7335]

Scratching my head a bit! If you are removing your grips to replace with new ones, why would you want to keep them still in tact?

[@EFGMC]

This is only if you want to put the old grips back on. For example they are only a couple months old and you decide to cut down your shafts and don't want to buy all new grips.

[@richeatongolf]

Do you prefer this method over using pump and needle

[@EFGMC]

I don't really do the needle method much. No real reason why not though. Both work.

[@richeatongolf]

@@EFGMC I struggle with the needle, just ordered the tool to try

[@EFGMC]

@@richeatongolf I always had to do multiple punctures with the needle to get it off. The tool will damage some grips (personally around 80-85% success), but I'm happy with that number. The ones that fail usually were past that time when I should have been trying it. Just remember to keep everything warm when doing it. Grips, solvent, etc. Makes a big difference.

[@richeatongolf]

@@EFGMC thanks for tip

[@sloppytypist]

Is this safe with graphite shafts? thanks

[@EFGMC]

Yes. Same process though I would be more careful and use plenty of solvent.

[@coreyhr]

In before the “why don’t you just blow your grips on” crowd shows up. This tool has paid for itself tenfold for me.

[@EFGMC]

Agree. And air compressors are just loud and annoying to me.

[@stuyboy]

Tricky to not have the tape get stuck in the grip! Always surprised when I get a clean pull

[@EFGMC]

Depends on the type of grip tape you are dealing with as to how much residue you have. Can always just shake a little solvent inside the grip for 10 seconds and then pour it out. That usually will get most of it out. Can also use a wire hanger to run around inside the grip again with some solvent inside and the vent hole plugged.

[@richhall4085]

The same for graphite shafts?

[@EFGMC]

Yes, just be a bit more careful when twisting the rod. Little more solvent wouldn't be a bad idea.

[@Concordeagle]

Or use an air compressor and no tape, can regrip a club in 30 seconds without cutting anything. I just redid my driver with Jumbomax grips and it took longer to setup compressor than the regrip. If you haven’t tried air method, you have been living a lie!

[@EFGMC]

You compressed air people! We will just have to agree to disagree. I prefer the quiet serenity of the gentle drip of solvent into a pan (much like a peaceful garden fountain), to the sound of an air compressor like I'm working in a tire installation shop.😀

[@Concordeagle]

@@EFGMC haha good point!

[@vincebrown5158]

Agree with Concordeagle...took me longer to setup the compressor than to remove and install new Winn grips. The only knock on the process is it does not work on oversized putter grips.

[@Concordeagle]

@@vincebrown5158 here's proof, I just did a swap and it took 16 seconds: kzbin.infol3xGFRhXHQQ?feature=share

[@robl8157]

I’ve been searching for this tool after seeing my local Dicks SG use this but can’t find it. Does anyone know an actual name or company that sells it

[@BrokenRRT]

Google search “The GolfWorks V-Groove Grip Remover Saver Gripping Tool” $23.99

[@BrokenRRT]

Also: “Dynacraft Blade Style Grip Remover” from Hireko. $29.95 Seems both places are out of stock. Golf and golf crafting has got very popular since Covid.

[@ronharrington8659]

Golf Works

[@kevinsullivan4037]

Where due you get the tool??

[@EFGMC]

That one is from Golfworks.

[@redsocksphan]

You could have a career in couples counseling

[@EFGMC]

If this KZbin channel doesn't work out, may try it!

[@h.l.4723]

I like the video but it’s too long of a video to get your point across.

[@MM-zb9kc]

The guy I have work on my clubs uses something terrible. Used to wonder why my clubs always smelled and wife always had me leave my clubs in the garage for a few days. So a few weeks ago I asked him what he uses- gasoline. 🤮🤢

[@EFGMC]

That's old school club making.

[@robertdickson7758]

$20 ? I wish £40 in the uk 😖

[@adrianmack3]

I just tried to use this tool with a grip, just my luck, all the tape stayed inside the grip. Yeehaaa

[@EFGMC]

Fill the grip with solvent after plugging the vent hole and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Then dump it and use the tool to scrape the old tape out. Usually works.

[@adrianmack3]

@@EFGMC thanks, that was my next plan.

[@saintpatrick6681]

coat hanger

[@yuichu6957]

I love your channel but please take this as constructive criticism. I think you are too wordy. You repeat same things in different ways. I think you could cut the videos down a few minutes. I have a hard time w over information and pace of videos. Too slow but if it’s intentional go with it!

[@steve827]

Air compressor is the easiest way ... This scratches up graphite

[@EFGMC]

I know the air compressor people love it, but I just prefer the classic method. Agree saving grips does take a bit longer this way, but can't say I have ever scratched a shaft using a grip remover either graphite or finished steel. Tool slides between the grip and tape so it's pretty difficult to scratch anything.

[@steve827]

I’ve never tried it on graphite... i might invest in one for mobile changes away from home , cheers man

[@EFGMC]

@@steve827 The only way I could see any possible scratch scenario would be right at the beginning when getting the tip of the tool under the grip lip. If you just peel back the grip a quarter inch first and insert it, should be good to go.

[@Harryjones05]

I use a car tyre pump compressor... I've sanded down an attachment for airbeds or whatever it is that they supply with the pump, I hold it in the grip hole, whack the compressor on and work the air down evenly and off comes the grip, no solvent, no mess... 😎👌🏻

[@MrSmashmouth07]

Wow this guy can talk why cant he just get to it

[@tonytennyson6843]

Watch someone else then.

[@tennesseetrash9]

I put a like on this video although you talk too much. Could have seen all we needed to see in about 3 minutes. Didn't need to kno the why of reusing a grip or the history of the club you were removing the grip from.