Refinishing Vintage Ping Putters

[@G2niverse]

These putters are beautiful when restored. If you're a businessman, you can easily put an hours worth of work into a putter and resell it on ebay for 3-4x what you paid.

[@benveith8792]

quick question does the grit on the sand paper have to be that low

[@graemetaylor4149]

Sorry to add a word of caution but Ping putters are made from a variety of materials including beryllium copper and manganese copper. You do not want to inhale particles or fumes from either as they are high category carcenogens. Please look that up. Therefore they should not be ground or polished as shown here. Ping were forced to stop using BeCu because of the health risk to their workers. I respect it is personal preference but these putters were never intended to be shiny, Ping actually used a tumble process at the end of the production process to ensure a matt finish that would not glare in the sun. Soaking in coke or similar is as far as I would go and takes the club back to close to factory finish. I actually like the dark patina that develops over years - again a personal thing.

[@G2niverse]

Meh... you get worse exposure holding your phone next to your brain. The Be levels are so low that one putter won't kill you. It was more for safety of this working in production 8-10 hours a day everyday. If you're feeling cautious wear a kn95 mask, it stops Corona, at least that's what fauci days.

[@temporarystranger95]

Agreed! Removing the patina is a sin. The darker, the better!

[@G2niverse]

Meh, I dont think so. Never heard anyone say....wow thats a beautiful dark putter you have there. Ive been using this putter for at least 10 years and not one person said anything about it until the refinish...now I have people asking about it every single time.

[@temporarystranger95]

@@G2niverse I understand what you are saying, but like Graeme said, it’s a personal thing. I just love the look of a dark patina on those vintage Ping putters.

[@eyehatemyjob]

Dude, you probably shouldn't even use the putter as the contact with the ball can release BeCu into the air and your lungs and will certainly contaminate the ground contributing to global warming. Just stay home and stay safe. And keep that dangerous putter away from humans, pets and grass.

[@custer8616]

I want to do this to a TaylorMade tpa, will this take off the alignment lines? I want to keep them

[@G2niverse]

It shouldn't. Your sight lines are on the back correct? Just don't be aggressive back there with the sanding. You will lose the paint fill, but that's easy enough to diy.

[@dropin777]

Any idea of the year the A- blade was manufactured?

[@Kevin_Ho70]

What is the mixture ratio of water? vinegar? Baking Soda? TIA 🙏

[@johnaustin635]

I’m sorry but these refurbs look hideous also if it’s sunny you would get dazzled with the sun glinting on them, I think the dark green or black verdigris finish is far more appealing, these polished putters look cheap and false.

[@G2niverse]

Don't apologize to disagree. Different strokes. I will say you might be in the minority here because the refurbs I make (on putters that cost me $40) go for $500-$750 easily and quickly on ebay.

[@Mr13thatguy]

What Dremel bit are you using at 7:25 for polishing?

[@G2niverse]

422 tapered polishing bit

[@chank2626]

I actually prefer my ping pal putter with some character. It exudes confidence. This is nice for a display but nothing better than an aged ping pal or answer putter.

[@brettroberton3373]

where can I purchase a cheap bench belt sander like the one you are using??? Thanks & good job on the video. Brett

[@G2niverse]

Harbor freight has them for under $50

[@WarwickLondon]

Hi, have you done a video on how to do the serrated embellishments on the top of that anser?

[@sh4rpgamingtv]

Waiting on it too

[@markgogos2674]

Have you tried soaking in a solution of Water, Tartaric Acid and dish soap? It cleans brass/bonze based metals very well. You could also add some Citric Acid if you want a reddish tint to the metal. 1tbsp Tartaric Acid powder (you should be able to buy it at most supermarkets that sell baking ingredients 1tbsp Citric Acid (optional) (also from the baking section) 1tbsp Dish soap Warm water to cover the item Let it soak for a few hours and wipe it down with a soft Scothbrite pad or brush

[@landonbennett4058]

I don’t have a belt sander… is there any chance this could be done by hand?

[@G2niverse]

Of course. Just will take you longer...WEAR GLOVES!

[@j1s1a1]

What replacement shaft did you use?

[@jacobwall9269]

G2! I’d love a video about the detailed customization. I’m doing a Pal myself right now and would love to know!

[@G2niverse]

Releasing today on our other channel @3puttbogey

[@jeffjackson4145]

How do you get that rustic look?

[@G2niverse]

which one are you referring to? The older ping putters are made from Manganese Bronze which oxidize naturally.

[@thryvealternativemedicine1818]

Hey! Can you show me how to do the serrated embellishments on the top of that anser?

[@G2niverse]

I will work on a video for that...need to get another sample piece to work on.

[@michaelbrajczewski1659]

Do you provide the service of refinishing the Ping Zing putter ? I don't have the equipment you do.

[@jamesmc81]

Amazing work. How would you go about making the finish permanent. Would you coat it with something?

[@G2niverse]

You can use a clear coat if you want. But as long as you keep it clean it will be fine. Maybe an occasional buff every couple months, but that's it.

[@jamesmc81]

@@G2niverse amazing. Thanks

[@adamr41]

Not sure if you said and I missed it but is that putter head manganese bronze? Great work!

[@kenbender3535]

Hi, restoring my 40yr old answer putter and I’m looking for a replacement shaft band. Do you know where I can get one?

[@G2niverse]

You can contact ping, but they won't have an original. There are a few places that make counterfeits you can find with a Google search of you want to do that.

[@ryanb6746]

Do you have a store?

[@LesPaulLover916]

@g2niverse did you ever release the video on how to customize them? I’m dying to learn!

[@G2niverse]

they are all on my other golf channel... kzbin.info/door/Vz99dTKtUTgeS10lYpaYXw

[@brucemackenzie3115]

I'm looking to give this a shot but I don't have the polishing spindle. Is the polish a requirement from a finishing point of view to protect the club or can you stop after the 3M sanding part?

[@G2niverse]

You can, but you won't get a luster finish...it will be matte.

[@johnkelly8688]

G2, I'm having trouble removing these ping head from the shafts. Tried a heat gun and torch but they won't budge. Any suggestions? I know you work on a lot of pings.

[@G2niverse]

You probably need to punch out the ball bearing...could be rusted in there.

[@johnkelly8688]

@@G2niverse Just watched you're video on it.. will be drilling tomorrow. I have a ping 69 so hoping I can get it out without drilling

[@markcorbett3038]

Great video. I’m definitely going to give this a go 👍🏻

[@G2niverse]

Go for it!

[@coreypovar9869]

Can I purchase one of those soaked and cleaned up club heads from you?

[@G2niverse]

They are all installed back on a 34" shaft with a vintage grip. Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you pics of what I have available.

[@paperboychase5861]

Soaking as we speak! Have scribing utensils but nothing for polishing.. Can a use a wet sanding sponge or you think that might scratch it. Great video!

[@paperboychase5861]

*Scrubbing

[@G2niverse]

Yeah I'd stay away from it unless it's 1000 grit or higher.

[@paulgardner5079]

Hey dude, what happened to your Khyber pass build series...I had those vids saved to a playlist and they are no longer availible

[@G2niverse]

Yt just hit me with a 2 strikes and took every single one off

[@paulgardner5079]

@@G2niverse is there any possiblility that those vids might show up on a platform that rhymes with crumble?

[@KPFaaland]

I've been considering milling the face on one of my older Anser 2s for more friction on ball contact. Have you tried that?

[@G2niverse]

I've been looking at that too... haven't tried it. I have a drill press with many milling bits, but only a manual milling vise. You'd need an automated milling vise to get a consistent mill across the face.

[@G2niverse]

Just an update...i found a guy that does face milling, I sent it out. Will do an update video once it gets back...cost about $70 USD

[@KPFaaland]

@@G2niverse Nice! Would be highly appreciated. I'm located in Norway, so please get some details on tooling and process, so I can find someone around here who can do it

[@KPFaaland]

@@G2niverse Did you get it back yet? I'm anxious to see what the results are like!

[@benveith8792]

@benveith8792 1 day ago quick question does the grit on the sand paper have to be that low

[@G2niverse]

You mean that high? Yes. You're not tying to remove material, just polish it. If you use a more aggressive media, you run the risk of severely changing your overall head weight.