Pool Cue Repair and Complete Restoration

[@kurtisstanton8921]

Love watching the restoration. Amazing job. Luv that you do it for the looks on their face. Pool playing community needs more people like you.

[@HorseRaceHandicrapper]

Nice of you to do that for him at cost. Great job.

[@teamempressive7730]

Thanks for restoring This beautiful piece👍

[@stephboeker7835]

This turned out to be a favorite success of mine. Thank you for the kind words. Sincerely .................

[@donjaun540]

What a beautiful job. Looks like new!!!

[@stephboeker7835]

Thank you for the kind words. :) This was one of the jobs I was especially proud of. Hence, the video !! :) You see, on this cue, the logo is painted and sand right off when you remove the cracking pealing clear coat finish. There's no way to stop sanding before the logo is damaged. Unlike an inlaid logo like Muccie. Anyway, I made a stamp and attempted turning my wrist & cue at just the right speed and pressure over 150x's before I actually got it correct. Then the new logo melted off when I applied the base clear coats of epoxy. I did the whole job again but more like 250x's before I actually got it right and then let the ink dry for 7 days. That did the trick and boy did the cue come out swell. :) Thanks for noticing :) Sincerely .................................

[@donjaun540]

@@stephboeker7835 You do good work. They should pay you something. 🙏🙏🙏 Great work!!!

[@dannymorgan7345]

That answers my question there if your just charges them a few buck and you enjoy helping them out God Bless you!!!

[@stephboeker7835]

I believe in this case I charged him $50.00 and had several hours into it, lots of sand paper and plenty of polish , not to mention my lathe and accessories needed to turn his cue. I've since gone up on the price b/c obviously I could not afford to keep doing this w/ out going broke. If you ask a cue maker to do this , they will tell you no. For $70. bucks they will re glue a joint back on if there is no break and only the glue gave out. That takes about 10 min. I have nothing to feel bad about , guilty about and I'm not looking for God to bless me. I like the challenge and will help if I can. I only ask the person to contribute enough that I can refill my inventory and pay for my tools. I don't advertise or solicit work. I say okay if I think I can help when they ask me.

[@dannymorgan7345]

I know what what a cue maker Charges Bill Schick charged me a fortune back in the day lol

[@leekellettjr441]

It's ok to make a little money. You did a good job.

[@Bramsshed1913]

Another satisfied customer Steph !! nice job , that looks a whole lot better! Take care mate , Bram

[@stephboeker7835]

Thanks Bram :) I learned a couple things w/ this one and was really proud of my work :) Yep, customer was very happy. I hope the guy he bought it from is jealous :) Thanks again, Steph :)

[@Bramsshed1913]

Heh heh I bet he is ! Job satisfaction is a great feeling Steph ..... can't beat it mate!

[@stephboeker7835]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment !! Honestly, I don't remember, BUT , I can tell you this : if it is a screw on tip, you will see the head of the screw in the center of the bumper. if you don't see a screw head, then it is a press in bumper. Press in bumpers may be hard to remove. Either working it out w/a tool (screwdriver, pick, etc ...) or someone before you may have glued it in. In that case, you might as well just cut the bumper off w/ a sharp knife and dig the rest out (or drill) w/tools (picks, knives, etc ...) New "press-on" bumpers come w/about a 1/2" to 3/4" centering foot on the press-in side. You can measure the diameter of the hole and may be able to purchase to fit. Or, you may get one that is just a bit tight. In that case I've drilled the butt out to fit. If it happens that your cue has no adjustable weight screw in the butt, you should be able to purchase a screw on bumper and screw the threads right into the wooden butt. I hope this helps and thanks again, Sincerely .................... God bless

[@theaveragejoebody]

Love your videos. Seen you haven't posted in awhile. Hope all is well

[@stephboeker7835]

Thank you Zane. You're right, I came under some internal organ complications that have been long in solving w/ many visits to doctors, specialists and hospitals. I believe we've now got a good path to solving the problems and should be filming again soon. The problems are not unique but a lifetime of bad choices in eating, not being able to exercise after my lower leg & foot disability (gaining weight) and I use to smoke about 25yrs of my youth but have quit over a decade ago. This that and the other thing all hit me at once and it took a while to figure them all out and form a plan of attack. Thank you so much for you generous concern, Sincerely ............................... Steph

[@theaveragejoebody]

@@stephboeker7835 sending prayers 🙏 your way brother. I have had some health issues popping up myself. Not only the physical part of these issues aren't nice but it really begins to mess with one's head.

[@jasonwilliams3582]

Do you repairs still. I have supposedly a 200 year old stick that belonged to my grandpa I would like to fix. It needs some stick work and some decorative brass work. Any suggestions please

[@stephboeker7835]

Please catch me on a private message on my FB account (Steph Boeker) same name as this, my KZbin account name. Send me some photo's of the issues you'd like to discuss and then we can talk about them on the phone from there. Thanks for watching and reaching out, Sincerely ................. God bless

[@jeffbelow7505]

I just started doing cue repair and your videos have helped me tremendously! I so appreciate the time and effort you put into them. Just one question though. What brand sanding sponges do you use? :)

[@stephboeker7835]

tinyurl.com/4vhj3as8 I cut them in 4 pcs each. You can use them a long time and clean them by holding them against the lathe chuck while spinning if you are careful. Or, you can blow them out or even wash them.

[@jeffbelow7505]

@@stephboeker7835 you made my day. :) Thanks again!

[@billymitsi]

Where did you get your tail stock. I have a Delta midi lathe I used to turn saltwater plugs, I would love to be able to repair my cue shafts

[@stephboeker7835]

-The tailstock is never shown in this video , but , my tailstock came w/the Delta 46/460 lathe you see in the video and is part of the package. However, if you are asking about the three vice "steady rest" that holds the shaft on the ferrule & tip end, along w/ the cross cut sled, I got them from Cue Man Billiards. tinyurl.com/2tdwcnmw Steady Rest about 14 or so rows down ( $175.) Cross Cut Sled about 6 rows down ( $295.) It's a pretty costly investment if you are only going to maintain your own cue. Hope this helps and thanks for watching, commenting and reaching out to me. Sincerely ........................ God bless.

[@Stellarffxi]

Looks good!

[@RafaelMartinez-fe1yb]

Hi, great work ! I have the exact cue your showing in this video, do you have an idea of the model ? Ty.

[@stephboeker7835]

Lucasi !!

[@ednorman4401]

Hello Steph, I have a 2001 Lucassi cue that needs your help.

[@stephboeker7835]

Happy to help if I can :) Try private messaging me on FB . Same channel name. Send many photo's of the issues you'd like to discuss as well , please :) Thanks for watching and reaching out, God bless, Sincerely ...............

[@harper626]

great job and good video

[@stephboeker7835]

Thank you Paul, for the kind words, watching and commenting on the video :) Sincerely ......................... Steph Louisiana God bless !!

[@TerryBrower-od3xv]

Are you taking on any new cue refurbishments right now? I've seen many of your video's and think you would do a great job with mine.

[@stephboeker7835]

Sure, Mr. Brower, Catch me on FB private message (Steph Boeker) and send me some photo's of the issues you'd like addressed. I'll check them out and send you my phone # to discuss them. Thanks for reaching out :) God bless, Sincerely ....................

[@iyay20]

I have the same cue stick, Can you please tell me what kind of bumper is it screw or plug? thanks (I'm looking for a replacement bumper)

[@Zerpersande]

Is there anything that can be done about a very slightly warped shaft?

[@stephboeker7835]

1st let me say that when the wood grain warps, it's nearly impossible to get perfectly straight. That said, if it is warped enough to lift the tip off the table while rolling, it's no problem to get the tip to roll flat again. Although, the shaft will still have a slight warp you can see if looking at the gap between the shaft and table. So, to straighten a warp a bit, run hot water and soak a rag. Squeeze the rag so it is not dripping but still very wet. Roll the rag around the shaft starting w/ the corner of the rag about where you think the middle of the warp is. That will put the heat and moisture in a long area w/ the warp in the middle. Set the cue (handle attached) on a flat surface like a counter top. Put the end (tip) of a spoon or a quarter or 2 (depending how big the warp is) under the tip of the cue for 15 min. w/ the warp up. Mark the high side on the white ferrule so you know the warp is up. Put the largest book or 3 on the warp where the rag is and add a couple of heavy pots. You need consistent weight pressing down on the warp. Repeat all the steps every 15 min until it rolls better. You may over compensate by having the spoon or quarters holding the tip up too high so remove a quarter or put less of the spoon under the tip. Always turn the cue so that the warp is up when you add the weight. Always reheat the rag. I've never had to do this more than about 7 or 8x's. Then be careful to store your shaft flat in a case or vertical, but never lean the cue against the wall or leave it in your car to get baked during the summer. Good luck, hope this is helpful and thanks for watching the video and commenting, Sincerely ............................. Steph

[@briandavern8741]

Beautiful Work!

[@stephboeker7835]

Brian, I'd like to take the time to thank you so much for your positive and validating comment. To watch an 8 min video and then take the time & effort to comment is very satisfying to me. I spend a lot of time assessing whether or not addressing issues on a cue is even worth it to the owner or if it be better that they spend the money on a new one instead. I only work on cues that can't be replaced like expensive, old or cues w/sentimental value to the customer. I make few video's of the work I do and then, only to document the process for the customer. I DO NOT MONETIZE ANYTHING ON MY CHANNEL !! I have a pretty good record of likes and positive feedback but the world is changing before my eyes. I see people becoming more selfish and mean, hitting below the belt or just ridiculing others and their passions. It doesn't seem to me anything good can come from this. So , thanks again and God bless, Sincerely ................................. Steph

[@briandavern8741]

​@@stephboeker7835 No problem! I like your work for many reasons first as I noted earlier is stellar and shows the pride you rightly take in it and your customer service. I also like to see your desire to save not only valuable items but personal relics as well. That alone is very rare in today's disposable world. I have a an old cue that I purchased while in college. Its just a Steve Mizerak model that I paid $90.00 for in 1992. Which to me was a fair bit of change at the time (I was waiting tables at the time). I bought is as I got sick looking through house cues for a straight cue that felt comfortable only to never find it again or to have to try to learn how to play with and have the same thing each time. It has its own problems at the moment so I bought a replacement a few years back. I also currently don't have the time play anymore but I will never part with it as it is a part of my history. And history is worth keeping.

[@stephboeker7835]

@@briandavern8741 ..... I'm w/you Brian. My history is similar as well. Thanks for the kind words, Sincerely .................... Steph

[@SchonaKesslerBlogger]

This is a great video. I am looking to handpaint my pool cue not by airbrush. Do you know the best way to do this? Thank you.

[@stephboeker7835]

I've seen a couple of hand painted cues a girl around here did. They were very creative and intricate designs w/ lots of colors. I don't know if she used latex or enamel or lacquer paint or some other ? I'm sure it doesn't matter. I've used colored wood stains as well. The idea is to coat the designs so they don't rub off in your hand over time. The best coatings are 2 part clear epoxy (2 coats) and then C.A. Glue (10 coats) sanding in between each w/ multiple grits. The trick is to let the paint designs completely dry for over a week and then you could spray a safe thin coat of clear lacquer over the design to separate it from the chemicals in the epoxy and C.A. glue. It's a tedious job that takes patience. The more time you spend the less mistakes you'll make and the prettier it will turn out. Hope this helps. Feel free to contact me on FB (Steph Boeker) and I'll give you my phone # to go over it all if you like. Good luck, Sincerely ..................... Steph

[@BigOcto64]

just inherited this exact cue from my dads old pool cues, came to learn how to redo the string.

[@stephboeker7835]

There are many video's on how to wrap linen on a pool cue. Good luck and congratulations on your inheritance :)

[@GuyTony]

Hi Steph, great work! I just bought a cheap pool cue lathe to do what you did here. I, like you, have the patience and the love of making things new again by old school methods. Wondering where you got your materials/supplies from? Thanks I could go to your Facebook page if you’d like

[@stephboeker7835]

Thank you for the kind words. Yes, PM me on FB and I'll share my phone # so that I may help you in your search what knowledge I may be able to share. Sincerely ..............

[@grapeapes1445]

@@stephboeker7835 are you taking on new customers?

[@stephboeker7835]

@@grapeapes1445 ... I'm sorry bout' the late reply. I didn't get the notification I guess. Anyway, yes I take customers and ask them to catch me on Facebook (Steph Boeker) and message me w/ photos of the issues you'd like to be addressed. Thanks for reaching out, Sincerely ..................

[@veronicadavis6335]

What area are you in?

[@stephboeker7835]

That would be best. Same channel name on FB as here. (Steph Boeker) PM me and I'll share everything you'd like to know that I've come to learn. Thanks for reaching out and good luck w/ the new hobby !! Sincerely .......................

[@KSMOOTH065]

I love your video ,I have a old meucci Red Dot that i would love to see what you could do with it how would get my cue to you... Thanks in advance!

[@stephboeker7835]

Thanks for watching my video and sharing the kind words. :) Catch me on Facebook to share pics of your cue so we can talk about the issues you'd like addressed. I can share my info w/ you there (Steph Boeker ... facebook)

[@elisakatchenago4873]

I have a cue that is missing the bottom of it. Its not the standard screw in but the scuffer bottom where can i get parts

[@stephboeker7835]

I'm sorry but I'm not familiar w/ what you've described ?? If you like, you can catch me on FB and send pics on a private message and I'll be happy to help you any way I can. Thanks for watching my video and commenting, Sincerely ............................ Steph

[@pmayh3m]

Awesome video! @Steph Boeker do you have any suggestions on how to fill in an etching on the butt of the shaft where it says Lucasi? The previous owner had any etching done I'd like to remove. The butt of the shaft is black with white writing.

[@stephboeker7835]

Daniel, thanks for the question. I saw this earlier but had appointments at the time, so I apologize for the late reply. This is an interesting question, b'c, in my experience w/ Lucasi cues, I've only noticed painted logos on the "butt" portion. If the design is painted, it can be removed easily by sanding at 3000 rpms on the lathe. Then you just replace the clear coats. On the other hand, if it is an actual etching or inlay, you may be able to sand off the clear finish, scrape out the inlay, fill it w/ color epoxy and re-finish it. However, it is hard to match color (especially dated cues w/ patina) so you may have to settle for close. Or, you may be able to just paint over the inlay, let it dry for a week, spray clear lacquer to protect it, let that dry for 24 to 48 hrs and then re-finish it. Hope this helps, Thanks again, Steph

[@pmayh3m]

@@stephboeker7835 Firstly no apology necessary, thank you for responding. I really appreciate the detail and lengthy response. This is very helpful! I'm looking forward to trying out your suggestions. Thank you so much.

[@samuelleevallongo9752]

Woww beautiful difference

[@stephboeker7835]

Thank you for the kind words and for watching my video Mr. Vallongo :) Yes , the customer was really happy about the outcome !!

[@candcgamefarm]

I have a stick would love to get it redone like this one.if.u can do it please.let me no.

[@stephboeker7835]

You bet, just send several photos of the issues you'd like me to address on my FB messenger (Stephen Boeker) and I'll look at them and send my phone # so we can set it all up. I've got a small Icon of an animated alligator w/ a background photo of horses. Thanks for watching and reaching out, Sincerely ......................

[@uswomack]

What lathe are you using? I have been using a standard metal working lathe and yours seems more user friendly.

[@stephboeker7835]

I use a Delta 46-460 wood lathe. But I got mine years ago when they were still only $650. I actually have 3 now and one for sale for $500. It already has a chuck and various cutting tools. I couldn't afford one now b'c of this administration's inflation. Even w/ this lathe, I had to ad about $800. of accessories to turn pool cues. That's because I couldn't afford a real designated cue lathe. They are about $4000. to get the job done right. Thanks for watching and for the question, Sincerely ..................... Steph

[@jamescook2891]

Would definitely be interested in getting some work done how do I get the cue to yiu?

[@stephboeker7835]

First you need to catch me on FB under the same channel name Steph Boeker :) I discuss what the issues are w/ you and maybe get some pictures :) WE can trade info there :) Thanks for contacting me and watching my video, Sincerely ...................... Steph

[@kingofrandom9141]

Absolutely amazing work, plz teach me! Lol

[@stephboeker7835]

You can learn by watching other video's I've made and certainly other channels as well :) But if you like to know or speak to me , feel free to catch me Facebook :)

[@arisaldos6911]

may i know what sandpaper to be used for final smoothening the shaft? is it 1000 or 2000?

[@stephboeker7835]

I only use up to 1000g so from 100g150g220g400g600g1000g in sanding but after the machine polish (just polish) I smooth it out w/ 1000g and then lastly I apply the wax and smooth it out as well w/ 1000g. Hope this helps and thanks for watching and commenting, Sincerely .............................

[@jaradnewman9018]

I have a cue that I would like to get restored, the finish is really beat up & I kind of messed up the shaft trying to redo the pin myself. Can you help?

[@stephboeker7835]

Probably. Try my FB account Steph Boeker and we can talk about it and you can send me pics :)

[@KSMOOTH065]

Just a question how did you get in touch to get your cue repaired

[@jimdelarosa6678]

Any place around the Wisc. Dells area that dose this

[@stephboeker7835]

I don't know. But, I get ppl sending me their cues to Leesville, LA. for about $10 or $15 bucks each way. Good luck finding a place. God bless.

[@p0ssesst]

Are you still repairing cues? Is there a way to get in touch with you?

[@JimmiePorterAtStuartArts]

Very professional and interesting!

[@stephboeker7835]

Thank you for saying so Stuart :) I'm glad you enjoyed it and hope to see you again soon :) Sincerely Steph !!

[@hydrodad4263]

Are you still doing repairs? I would like to get in touch with you if possible. I have a Meucci fr-3 needing rewrap and restore. There's also a small crack at the base of shaft. If your available, I'd love to send it your way. Thank you

[@stephboeker7835]

Catch me on Facebook Private Message (Steph Boeker).

[@VW5767]

Very nice job!

[@Clinicmaster-777]

Hey Steph, I just started out on the lathe here =) just wondering is there any way to prevent the base material (wood) from being sanded off or is it that a fraction will have to be sanded away inevitably in a refinishing process? Thanks in advance Steph.. Been watching your videos ever since I was in engineering school.. 😁

[@stephboeker7835]

Short answer : You will loose a certain amount of wood (base as you say). Remember, wood is porous and finish, sealer, epoxy or CA glue will seep into the pours and grab on. Like sanding is meant to create more surface area for the sealer or finish to adhere to. Same w/ painting a car or house. The surface must be rough (ruff) 1st so the finish will catch. Now, as the finish gets older, some of them will discolor, and that would be so, down into the pours. If you don't sand into the wood, there will always be that dingy discoloration seen through the new finish. Then there are dings and dents. These accumulate dirt and grime over time, which also get into the pours. You wouldn't want to refinish a cue only to have dirty , grimy spots seen through the clear glass like finish you worked so hard to create. This is a great question b'c many times ppl would like me to work on cues that have been stained to display a certain color instead of using rare and exotic woods that already have color. Could you imagine trying to leave a thin coat of finish so as not to sand into the stain layer ? If you touch the stain layer w/ even a 1000g paper or sponge, while the lathe brings the work to you at 3000 rpms, you will see it no matter how small a mark it left. In this case , the only way to make a good job of it is to sand off the stain and re-stain it. The level of work sanding the stain out of the wood will certainly be taking off the stained wood. That may be why the 1st 2 coats are thick 2 part epoxy building back the diameter. The next 10 coats of thin CA build a deep shine as well as the polish and wax protecting it. Lastly, this is why when ppl ask me to restore a cue that the designs are painted on, if I take the job, I tell them I can make the cue smooth but try not to get into the painted design. leaving the deeper dents and dirt or paint defects still noticeable. I may even be able to touch-up certain colors but that's a tough proposition b'c colors are hard to match perfectly. But I can't guarantee that I won't go through to the design and create a blemish or 2. These jobs are mostly asked by ppl whom received the cue from a relative like a father or grandfather and usually want to only remember them by it. They talk me into the job and don't demand perfection but trust it will come back to them better than they sent it and in a way that will honor their mentor (family member). I work very hard on these cues and they do look better than I received them but they never turn out as nice as the cues who's designs or the different color woods and inlays that I can sand right into. Thanks for the question sir and for watching my video's, I hope this was helpful, God bless you, Sincerely ................................. Steph

[@Clinicmaster-777]

@@stephboeker7835 Hey Steph, thank you for such a comprehensive explanation with regards to my question. I appreciate you for sharing your experiences with cue work. They are truly motivational and I am feeling all pumped up to be back on my lathe! You are a great inspiration to cue tinkerers like me. Looking forward to your next video..😊 God bless you too Steph.. Have a nice day Sincerely, Skye

[@piralee16]

I need a grip install can you help me with that ?

[@stephboeker7835]

Yes, message me on FB. (same channel name)

[@pogiWorks]

hi steph, where are you located, I wanna get my shaft fix, please let me know about the details.,thank you

[@stephboeker7835]

I'm in Central Louisiana :) Please message me on Facebook (Steph Boeker) or [e-mail]

[@lukasstorie2947]

Hey do you know how to take a slight bend out of the tip end of my cue?.

[@stephboeker7835]

I've never been able to make a cue shaft straight after being warped (bent). That said, I've removed most of the warp (bend) to the level of "slight" many times by using a hot water rag rapped around the area of the main part of the bend. Squeezing the rag after wrapping the cue. Repeat several times until the shaft is thoroughly wet and hot. Then remove the rag and place the shaft on a flat surface like a fomica countertop or granite or marble, etc... Put a quarter or dime under the tip and a bunch of books or pots w/wight in them on the bend. Leave sitting for 20 min. You may get the bend out a bit or over bend it. Repeat the process until you are happy !! If it's a large warp you can get most of it out in no time. If it's a "slight" warp (bend) count your blessings and don't waist your time. Wood is a biologic and can be cut in increments soaking and drying as you go along. Most shafts take from 5 to 7 years to cut & cure many times. Once wood warps, it's almost impossible to get it straight again. One exception is if it really is a slight bend, and you don't mind thinning the diameter, and you have the means to cut the taper to thin it out, then .... sometimes ..... the bend can be cut out leaving the shaft a smaller diameter. Most anything is possible w/ God but I'm not God. You may find another opinion or someone better than me w/ a little research and I hope you do. But as my carpenter co-workers and mentors always told me, "don't blame the tool" !! If you can win w/ a bar cue that is warped, it would matter little to you what small warp your cue might have. No offense meant , I do wish you luck, Sincerely ............... Thanks for the question !!

[@lukasstorie2947]

@@stephboeker7835 I do appreciate the information it's a slight Bend so I will just count my blessings but heard slightest Bend could ruin a game I've played with it before and hardly felt like it was the cues falt lol anyway thanks for the information this is really helpful

[@brettfrancis1527]

I like the work but as a wood worker you are taking far too much material off by sanding that much. Not necessary. Start with 220 not 100 grit. Take the finish off then if you can steam the dents the wood will rise back and just sand with 320 grit.

[@stephboeker7835]

I appreciate your expert advice. I will say that it's hard to tell just how many layers of clear coat are removed w/each advancing finer grit paper by watching this video ?? But, alas, I don't know how you compare my work to another or what technique you use to judge it. I do know I was there, had my hands on the cue and abrasives, and set the speeds for each step. I will say that the Lucasi logo was "painted on" by the manufacturer and not engraved and filled like most Meucci cues, so sanding is very tedious and has to be precise or the logo would be sanded clean off. That may be something that shows my intention and desire to use soft hands. The customer was thoroughly excited and grateful for the job I did. It humbles me to hear the kind words my customers bestow on me. I hope to one day have the subscriber base you have and the number of video's on my channel that you have. Thank you for your generous consideration, help and guidance, Sincerely .................... God bless you.

[@brettfrancis1527]

I dont have a channel. Dont have the time for it. Was not knocking your work. It turned out very nice. Weve just been doing it for years and was trying to save you some trouble.

[@enitsujtv4583]

what do you use epoxy for the joints

[@stephboeker7835]

I used Devcon Epoxy but you can use many other types of two prat epoxy ....... fast or slow drying, does not matter. I think this one is 1500 lbs. psi holding power ? tinyurl.com/y6n5f8ue Thanks for watching and commenting, Sincerely ...........................

[@seabigsb]

I picked up some old 80's Budweiser beer cues. One is missing a shaft and joint. Could you make them into nice cues ?

[@stephboeker7835]

Possibly :) Facebook me (private message) at this same channel name if you'd like to discuss it and exchange info :)

[@JEL260]

No, they are trash. If you spend 15 mins on them it isn't worth your time.

[@stephboeker7835]

I don't know if I believe that ? I loved my $13.00 cue from Sears when I was 10yrs old to 13 and won plenty of money w/ it against college students at L.S.U. If you practice, find a cue you like, and tune it up the way you like it, time is not the factor. Money may not be in that case either. Sentimental value is a confindence builder and a cue someone gave you or a brand you like will help build confidence as well :) If I put a new and better tip on a cue that needs it, no matter how cheap it was bought for, the 15 to 30 min I spent was a great improvement and well worth it. Just sayin', Sincerely .........

[@gabedestellano]

They would have to have been nice cues to begin with... Lol

[@MuhammadKhan-sk4fr]

Where can I buy CA Glue and accelerator ? or what kind of shaft sealer

[@stephboeker7835]

Amazon or hardware store for CA Glue and CueManBilliards for shaft sealer !!

[@donwilson6464]

if the shaft had a significant dent how could remove it without making it thinner and need a different ferrel?

[@stephboeker7835]

I believe you could over fill it w/ 2 part epoxy, sand it down in stages, apply a couple few finish coats of CA Glue sanding them in stages and polishing it all up w/ cue wax.

[@brucemiller1696]

You probably have done it already but next time you could use drops of water/damp rag and an iron to steam and expand the wood in that area. Then sand it.

[@brucemiller1696]

@Shukin Andjivin glue in a toothpick and then sand it.

[@saxonbrown5342]

Hey there! I watched this video and I'm wondering how I could send you my que to be restored!!!! And how much it will cost. I would be greatly happy with your work. :)

[@stephboeker7835]

Catch me on Facebook (private message) I'll share my phone # and you can send pics and talk about what you may need done :) Steph Boeker The Icon is a Humming Bird & Red liquid feeder / the background pic on FB page are horses & bird :)

[@stephboeker7835]

@sig23 ... I'm sorry Sig :) e-mail me if you can at [e-mail] I need to talk to you and see pics. I can share my phone # through e-mail. I have no Cell phone so can't text. It's a land line :) Thanks, Steph

[@musicon6993]

How to make but acuarate?

[@stephboeker7835]

Sorry , I don't understand the question. :(

[@jonmiller19845]

Do you take orders?

[@stephboeker7835]

Sure, let me know what you need by Facebook messenger (Steph Boeker) and thanks for your inquiry :)

[@nathansheffield2736]

Was that shaft warped?

[@stephboeker7835]

A bit. Not enough to see the tip move up and down when rolling it on the table, but if you bent over and looked at the taper gap, it would not be symmetrical when rolled. As a matter of fact, when shafts come to me for thinning out from , ....... , say , ........ , 13-1/2mm down to 12-3/4mm , many times the warp is turned out or is less warped and much better than when it arrived :) Thanks for watching and for asking the question, Sincerely ...........

[@mikerys5265]

What technique do you use for warped shaft turn downs? Sand Paper? Tool bits? Router?

[@gabedestellano]

@@mikerys5265 the proper way to straighten a bent shaftis in a room with proper humidity and temperature using weights and turning the shaft over a span of about 5 days. There's a lot of experts out there that know how to do it correctly. you can't turn a shaft straight... You'll just ruin the shaft if you try to cut away the warp.

[@wdiddy1]

You didnt show refinish of butt. How was that done

[@stephboeker7835]

Unfortunately I'm new at this video editing and lost the footage of the but refinish part :( (i deleted it by mistake) lol But, if you'd like , you can see the complete process on one of my later video's here : tinyurl.com/yaa38wy3 Thanks for watching and the comment, Sincerely ......................

[@99baggett]

So did you use also cyano on the butt?

[@stephboeker7835]

As a matter of fact I did :) I actually had to when it came to the white butt piece w/ the Lucasi logo that holds the rubber grommet. I virtually had to sand every part of the cue as I did the shaft , clean through the clear coat finish. Unlike the Meucci logo on the butt , which is engraved and filled, (just like all the inlays) the Lucasi logo is painted on :( Of course, the paint sanded clean off as I found out that it was not engraved and filled. Luckily , I had anticipated that , so the owner knew the risks and the ideas I had to resolve them. In the end, I had a rubber stamp made in the likeness of the logo and w/ over 150 try's , I finally got a stamp laid out that I liked. It is hard to lay the same pressure on a rolling surface :) I also had trouble smearing and damaging the logo w/ various different clear finishes I tried, to boot :( This was even after letting the logo ink dry for days :) It was the CA glue that covered the logo w/ zero smear. I sincerely like the glossy crystal clear finish the Cyano creates and should have tried it first :( It's such a nice finish (if done correctly) and it can build upon it's layers to a thick coat in no time :) Thanks for the question Mike, and thanks for watching my video, Sincerely ..............

[@mikerys5265]

How did you apply the CA finish at the linen wrap ends? Did you have to replace the linen wrap as part of the refinish? How did you blend the CA finish at the SS joint collar?

[@cronbenson8788]

I have a Meucci cue that is like you to fix for me.

[@andypetrovich2155]

6:20 Ringo also has blisters on his fingers.

[@andypetrovich2155]

Thanks for the Gator love. One quick question, would any wax work on a pool cue? I have one I like to shoot with in my basement but the lacquer is worn out. I thought about rubbing a little beeswax on it.

[@stephboeker7835]

@@andypetrovich2155 , I don't know what results you are looking for by using wax, but, I use wax more like a protectant !! In this case, yes, any wax will work. I would say the idea is to get it hot by spinning fast and working it into the finish or wood. (I DON'T MEAN HEATING IT UP W/ A FLAME OR HEAT GUN) Then I use 1000 grit sanding sponges to even it all out and remove most of the excess. That way it will be very smooth and slippery. Hope this helps, sincerely ....................................

[@andypetrovich2155]

@@stephboeker7835 Your advice does help. The pool que is almost wore down to wood so I want put some protectorate on before I have splinters while shooting.

[@derekr7814]

Man that shaft wasn't even worth the effort if that wobble is not coming from the lathe. Absolutely brutal and not worth the vast effort you put into it. A cue damaged like that is scrap guaranteed its warped past repair. I'll edit this to say the shaft portion is scrap. Maybe not the whole cue as the warp does not occur in the butt end of the cue but rather the shaft end.

[@stephboeker7835]

Thanks for the comment :) I don't know how old you are and I don't know the values and principals you grew up w/, but, in the hopes of finding common ground, you must admit that different people have different values, principals and most importantly ..... perspectives ....... right ? I grew up playing pool from 10yrs old at a college billiards hall where #1.) the competition for this 10yr old was extreme #2.) to win the game and the money was the principle and most valuable #3.) the idea that you had to have a killer, $1000. brand name cue w/ all the bells and whistles (perfect), was : a.) unrealistic for me w/ no job, and little or no money, b.) was not as important as how you use your cue, how comfortable you are w/ it and how much confidence you get from it. Some cues are "sentimental". Some people are so skilled , they can walk in a pool hall looking dull and ragged, use a plain, warped, house cue and whip anyone there. So, w/ that in mind, I speak to the customer about why he wants to restore is cue, what kind and how much value he places on it and I don't judge weather a cue is good enough by my own or some other persons standards, but let him be the judge :). If a man comes to me w/ the first cue he ever owned and wants me to restore it, has the money and will feel better for the work, I'd like to help if I can. If a man comes to me w/ a cue his father passed down to him, .......... same deal. I've had warped cues on my lathe that I couldn't make straight (but gotten close) and I've straightened shafts to help how I can. I would never try to straighten a shaft first and then do any lathe work. I know my limits and may tell a customer I'll try something but it may not work. So, I've never charged for straightening a shaft or trying to get a warp out. I may get it out and good for the customer but if I only get it close or it warps again in the future, it doesn't come back to me. That said, Value is in the eye of the beholder (owner). As long as I ask the questions and let the owner answer them and make the final decision, I can sleep at night. You see, I simply don't know the story behind their needs until they tell me. I just talked a guy out of having work done to his Players Cue yesterday :) But he made the decision :) If the cue is really bad and they want me to try and make it better , I usually don't say no b/c of the challenge. I fixed a cue that broke in half once when the manufacturer and no other repair company would even consider it. I had fun :) Here's that video : tinyurl.com/yd8l88na Thanks again, sincerely ...........................

[@derekr7814]

@@stephboeker7835 I think you may have misunderstood me a little. I'm not referring to expensive cues etc. I'm saying you put so much great effort into a warped cue that really is a waste to me. If it has sentimental value than I'd recommend the customer to get a new shaft that fits the butt end of the cue so they keep that sentimental value. To me spending that much time and effort on a warped cue that will benefit the cue in no way shape or form is not my idea of productive time also a waste of a customer's time and money to fix a cue that isn't really worth the time. Shafts can be replaced which won't usually take away from sentimental value as they all basically look the same. Keeping a part of the orginal I.e. the butt end is of course a must.

[@dizzy2544]

Hello I was wondering if by any chance you would be able to take the finish off of my cue and be able to put some designs under them? I've been looking around for a little bit and I can't seem to find anywhere I could buy a custom cue like that I just want the word crybaby on the forearm of my cue and an drawing of a bird on the butt sleeve I have both of the images for the designs I just can't seem to find anywhere that is capable of doing such a thing? I was thinking maybe you get a printer and make an image or I could order some stickers for the images and then you could possibly redo the finish over them or something similar like that but I'm not too sure thank you. Also if you could send a link to your Fb account that would be amazing thank you

[@stephboeker7835]

FB acct. same name as this KZbin channel Steph Boeker !! It's better to start there w/ a private message :) tinyurl.com/juwux35 Send me the pics and we'll see what's possible :) Thanks for thinking of me, Sincerely .....................

[@TheREVIEWGUY1-ip1wm]

Who restoree cheap old Lucasi cue

[@stephboeker7835]

Thank you for being so nice & reaching out to offer such kind words about the restoration. I noticed your channel has 'NO CONTENT' !! I assume you are young, inexperienced in many ways , communications, relationships, knowledge of ppl, why and how they choose their paths in life. I'm sure you will stumble along regretting mistakes until you rid yourself of them. I KNOW I DID FOR YEARS !!Think before you open your mouth or send a written message in public that you can't take back. I'm rooting for you and praying for you as well. Wisdom is a good thing to strive for. Most ppl that have less expensive cues restored have some sentimental value worth more than the price tag. (Grandfather gave it to me, my wifes' 1st cue, my 1st cue, want to give it to son, grandson, or .................) If you'd like to see a more expensive cue restored on my channel, look for the David Howard Meucci (Signature Series) cue worth $2400. Thanks again for your generous & kind consideration, Sincerely ........................... God Bless.

[@Trevaryn13]

I would love to send a old mucci shaft to you n pay you to refinish it for me , could you look me up on fb or contact me some how

[@stephboeker7835]

You can catch me on FB (Steph Boeker) Or go to my YT channel's "about" section , scroll down and click the FB link.

[@briangoodrich3534]

That is horrible. I bet that shaft was 9mm when he got done.

[@stephboeker7835]

What's horrible ? The finish was the worse thing, not the shaft wood, so the diameter when restored was 13mm.