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  1. stringwalla

    Dropped in on Drakulie today

    We usually start days before P1 arrives. I'll be in Lauderdale the Thursday before qualies start if you want to meet up and talk shop. On site is often too hectic-
  2. stringwalla

    Dropped in on Drakulie today

    I'll be in Lauderdale for a day before I head down to work the Sony. Maybe I'll pop in to say "hey". If I'm guessing the correct business name, it looks like you might have a sister store a lot closer to Lauderdale. If so, do you ever work that location?
  3. stringwalla

    Off to Australia-

    I was off celebrating "Australia Day" during that final, but I think "GoGo" from Croatia was assigned to her this event. He was still there. There were only 3 stringers left by then out of the 15 or so that started the weekend before qualies
  4. stringwalla

    Off to Australia-

    That would be Tadashi Hosoya (aka Spikey). He's a grizzled veteran of tour stringing from Japan.
  5. stringwalla

    Off to Australia-

    Yeah sorry, I'm kinda tired and thought you were talking about Roddick years ago. Murray is with P1, so his on courts are handle with us. It was Todd. Hair isn't curly though-
  6. stringwalla

    Off to Australia-

    Benoit was stringing Andy the last couple of years for ****. But I don't think it was him then. Grant Morgan was his personal stringer for a while, but he doesn't wear glasses or have curly hair so , not sure
  7. stringwalla

    Off to Australia-

    Not my first Aussie open so I'm well aware of the prices. Luckily we get on site food covered.
  8. stringwalla

    Off to Australia-

    Sure can. I'm at the machine on the left at the window.
  9. stringwalla

    Off to Australia-

    Not much of a regular poster here, but have enjoyed reading some of the threads. Fun to see the enthusiasm of beginners, as well as the over-analysis from the more experienced hands. I leave for the Australian Open Tuesday and just wanted to share my excitement. Though I haven't worked...
  10. stringwalla

    Upkeep on prince neon

    Rock Solid Machine. No preventative maintenance required. Apply hard wax to bar rails and clamp pins every few hundred frames. Apply Triflow or other oil to bearings in head track wheel bearings and head clamp bearings every 1K frames. Clean clamp teeth/bars/head clamp plates/brake disc with...
  11. stringwalla

    Ordering a Machine Soon- Need Advice!

    WoW!!!, no need for that level/price of cutter. Been using Xuron for 2 years, but been fine with any cutter/pliers for the previous 20 years. Don't sweat your tools. A good awl is the hardest to find. Cutters and pliers are everywhere you look-
  12. stringwalla

    I just missed on a Prince Neos

    Interesting timing of this one. I'm selling my Neos in excellent condition (about 1K frames) for $750. I think it's a fair price considering the price includes an extra new clamp and "dog kit". The only 2 things that ever wear out on these machines. The price also includes delivery, set up, and...
  13. stringwalla

    Neos Glidebar Issues

    Take it from a stringer that's done tens of thousands of frames on an "H". I only used WD-40 or any oil on the bearing assemblies of the tension head that contact the track. Address unruly glide bars by -cleaning all residues (as stated above with alcohol) -I lubricated track and rails with...
  14. stringwalla

    Ektelon Model H Mounts

    yup, get a "dog kit". They do wear out frequently. One of the few weak points on the H/Neos. Whoops, But first try the a counter-clockwise rotation on the hex bolt from the top. This is a tightening adjustment for the system- Sorry, just read Max ply response. Ditto to this-
  15. stringwalla

    VS Starting

    Witnessed this being done on Nadal's frame. Blast 15 @55lbs. Stringer was worried the starting clamp was damaging (crushing) the Blast at that bend and might cause premature breakage. Love the Wilson knot for it's look and ease of application-
  16. stringwalla

    What machine does TW string all the racquets they sell on?

    One of the largest shops in the country (top 3) I know has a Baiardo, Sensor, Prince 5000/3000, Star 3, and a Gamma electric. They got completely off crank 5+ years ago-
  17. stringwalla

    Speed Stringing

    I'm with you JSV. Some stringers that have little else besides stringing, are going way to far. Always interesting discussion, but in the end, won't revolutionize the techniques. Players that aren't very good won't notice, and the top players only care that they get what they've payed for...
  18. stringwalla

    Speed Stringing

    Thanks for the understanding/empathy zap. Try 12-14hr days for 3 weeks straight. Granted, the real crush is Sat/Sun/Mon early qualies and Sat/Sun/Mon before main draw. But you're on site, ready to go for whatever is required to get sticks in hand for practice/play. In the heyday of my retail...
  19. stringwalla

    for any east coast stringers that want to learn

    Tim Strawn (the man behind the curtain) lives in Roanoke, Va. He puts a lot of effort into his events and doesn't get the credit he deserves when it comes to advancing our profession. Bottom line is I don't think he'll take this west in the near future, but I don't want to speak for him. If...
  20. stringwalla

    for any east coast stringers that want to learn

    currently planning on it for Monday only. I have a lot to learn about frame customization. John Gugel is a wealth of knowledge. Sundays action has nothing to offer me, but would be great for someone relatively new to stringing-
  21. stringwalla

    for any east coast stringers that want to learn

    Just putting this out for all levels of stringing. Tim Strawn, the organizer of the infamous GSS symposium at Saddlebrook, is putting together a brief Sunday/Monday learning seminar for October 28/29 in Richmond, Va.. For any beginner, this would be invaluable. And much to gain for...
  22. stringwalla

    Stringing Tecniques

    That's how the players get it at some grand slams and other tournaments-
  23. stringwalla

    Priority One, Stringing & Customizing, and The Hall Of Fame

    Gave you a "smile and a nod" Ron. My next stop is Australia, if I see you there, I'll introduce myself for sure-
  24. stringwalla

    One piece or two piece? Which is best?

    2 piece may be easier for a newbie. In addition, you can guarantee a "top down" cross installation which is better for the frame. As long as you can grasp the tie -off procedure and locations, you're good to go. Give yourself 21 ft for main and 19 ft for crosses is it's a 40ft set(or you could...
  25. stringwalla

    Priority One, Stringing & Customizing, and The Hall Of Fame

    Saw the P1 crew quite a bit hanging/waiting outside of Ashe to transfer rax to players. Must of been a logistical problem during qualies week though, because a few top P1 clients were using the on site services even though P1 stringers were in the city.
  26. stringwalla

    HELP NEEDED! Head Ti S7 adapter

    First of all, what the hell is going on in that picture?!?! Yes, that is the correct adapter, but why are you padding the pad and not the frame? The padded end goes toward the frame and you remove your yellow pad and go metal to metal on the adapter. Maybe the player won't notice the nasty gash...
  27. stringwalla

    Can It Damage Racquet if Tie-Off in Wrong Grommet?

    Ron enjoys challenging stringers to think quick to test their aptitude. There are many approaches to filling a frame. No, currently the 3 stack is not used (by any pro team I'm aware of). Besides, that would make the on court <15 minute frame a little more difficult. I'm hoping to return to...
  28. stringwalla

    Can It Damage Racquet if Tie-Off in Wrong Grommet?

    Only for the last X at the bottom Drak. This is where most of our hole opening occurs. The top X always uses the factory tie-off on a main. Unless it's a Storm where a tie off is on the 3rd X with certain sensitive strings-
  29. stringwalla

    Can It Damage Racquet if Tie-Off in Wrong Grommet?

    A "tie-off" is grommet that will accept a second string to secure the knot. Optimally, it will be as close as possible to the last string pulled. Many designers don't string, and the factory tie-offs sometimes aren't in the best locations. I don't understand the logic. Usually for pro's...
  30. stringwalla

    What machine for fastest, easiest, consistent string job?

    here to debate the "speed" aspect. Experienced stringers are as "fast" on electronic as crank. They learn to work other aspects of the process as the machine is pulling which nullifies the extra speed of the crank. I have used both for many years and can record times within seconds of each...
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