View Full Version : Your input and advice please for my first attempt!
Creosote
21-10-2006, 12:26 PM
I fancy having a modest go at assembling a club. Getting a head and shaft and putting them together. At the mom my feel is I would like to try a steel shafted driver.
The list of items I *think* I need to achieve this is:-
Head
Shaft
Grip (have that)
Epoxy - what sort?
Ferrule - which diameter?
Shaft cutter
Anything else I need?
Where (in the UK) can I order this stuff from?
I'd like to start off just trying to assemble a club or two, prolly driver, then see how it goes, and decide if I want to take it further.
PS - I may also need a shaft puller, any recommendations?
Steptoe
21-10-2006, 12:28 PM
http://www.truetemper.com/golf/gs75.asp
i am considering making up a 21-21deg rescue
and like the looks of that shaft :)
Steptoe
21-10-2006, 01:52 PM
i have also thought about making up a driver with steel shaft...
about 5 wood long and 12-16 degree loft.........just as an experiment
Guys have a look at that site they seem to have all tha basic stuff needed for clubmaking.
http://www.golfgrips-direct.com/
I think they might even have a shaft extractor.
They even got heavier putter shaft, that would suit you creo. instead of the heavy putter.
http://www.golfgrips-direct.com/acatalog/True_Temper_T2C_Putter_Shafts.html
Nick Davis
21-10-2006, 08:29 PM
Epoxy...use Golfsmiths two part epoxy (dont mess about with epoxys from B&Q...its not guaranteed that the stuff has the required Lap-Shear strength)
Ferrule...needs to be same inside diamter as the shafts outside diameter
i also recommend a ferrule installation tool
you will also need some Grip Tape and some grip tape solvent (I use white spirit which you can also use to help clean away excess epoxy from off the club before it sets)
I highly recommend buying a copy of Golfsmiths "Basics of Clubmaking"...you can get it from the previously quoted Golf Grips Direct website.
You might also like to have a look round the Golf Shafts Direct website (see the MoonGolfer Directory for link).
hope this helps initially...the book I found invaluable and is thoroughly recommended.
topscaff
21-10-2006, 08:52 PM
Another U.K based site to add
http://www.integragolf.co.uk
Would also suggest getting a jar of shafting beads http://www.integragolf.co.uk/products.php?productId=325# if you intend to make a hobby of " tinkering ";)
Steptoe
21-10-2006, 09:14 PM
http://www.macleonard.co.uk/
they seem cheap for heads
rgjusa
22-10-2006, 04:27 PM
Head
Shaft
Grip (have that)
Epoxy - what sort?
Ferrule - which diameter?
Shaft cutter
Anything else I need?
Where (in the UK) can I order this stuff from?
PS - I may also need a shaft puller, any recommendations?
If you are going to remove the head from a graphite shaft you will need a shaft puller if you intend to save the shaft.
Not only does the ferrules inside diameter need to match the shaft, but the outside diameter (od) needs to closely match the heads neck/hosel od. You can take it down with acetone if it is larger (pure acetone is preferable).
I would not take the risk of using any epoxy other than "proper" golf epoxy. As for the shafting beads, you can get the epoxy with it already in and it saves a little messing around.
The other point to note is that most heads these days are made with graphite shafts in mind...you will notice a difference in swingweight and overall weight as steel shafts are heavier than graphite...it is likely that with a steel shaft you will that the head is "light"...just so's you know...you also need to consider the final length of the club too.
For grip tape I recommend the 2" wide stuff that you can stick straight down the shaft rather than the 3/4" wide stuff that you have to wrap around the shaft. If you need to build the grip up then just use regular masking tape underneath the grip tape.
If I think of anything else I will add it but that is all for now...nothing finer than building your own club, hitting the first shot with it, then looking down and making sure that everything is still attached !!!
yellabelly
22-10-2006, 05:01 PM
Where can you buy acetone? I can't find it in DIY stores.
I understand it is like concentrated nail polish remover.
rgjusa
22-10-2006, 05:46 PM
Boots is the easiest for small quantities. Comes in a little jar and is expensive that way. You have to go to the pharmacy counter and ask them for it. Also, it is used for fibre-glass repairs so you can sometimes find it at places like ship's chandlers and some motor trade places (not Halfords). http://www.glasplies.co.uk/ is one place but I have not used them but their prices look reasonable (6 quid plus vat, plus shipping for 5) litres. And this place:
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&ht=1&shortcut=0&from=R41&query=pure+acetone&category0=&Submit=Search
It is classed as a hazardous substance so shipping is expensive.
Don't be tempted to use the stuff that is used to remove nail polish as it has oils and fragrance in it and you cannot get the ferrules to shine with all the extra stuff in. Well I can't anyway.
Where can you buy acetone? I can't find it in DIY stores.
I understand it is like concentrated nail polish remover.
EXMAX
22-10-2006, 08:28 PM
if any guys need anything just holler and i will try to help
go to a local spray shop for the acetone far cheaper same goes for panelwipe which is the best available stuff to use for re gripping
on the shaft you would be struggling with a 40 ins one to get the length on the rescue
Lowho
22-10-2006, 08:57 PM
if any guys need anything just holler and i will try to help
go to a local spray shop for the acetone far cheaper same goes for panelwipe which is the best available stuff to use for re gripping
on the shaft you would be struggling with a 40 ins one to get the length on the rescue
Panelwipe? thats a new one to me, i just use white spirit. Where do you get panelwipe from i may have to try it.
Steptoe
22-10-2006, 09:03 PM
if any guys need anything just holler and i will try to help
go to a local spray shop for the acetone far cheaper same goes for panelwipe which is the best available stuff to use for re gripping
on the shaft you would be struggling with a 40 ins one to get the length on the rescue
looks like using a tx90 then lol
Nick Davis
22-10-2006, 09:19 PM
Don't be tempted to use the stuff that is used to remove nail polish as it has oils and fragrance in it and you cannot get the ferrules to shine with all the extra stuff in. Well I can't anyway.
Yeah but I bet youve got nice nails!!
topscaff
22-10-2006, 09:35 PM
Just a little warning to anyone interested in clubmaking, be prepared to lose the garage/shed/workshop etc. It is almost as addictive as playing the game itself......this was once a Garage
http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/2132/garage1qm4.jpg
http://img357.imageshack.us/img357/6729/garage2aq7.jpg
StickMan
22-10-2006, 09:55 PM
Panelwipe? thats a new one to me, i just use white spirit. Where do you get panelwipe from i may have to try it.
Panelwipe is what they use in Accident Repair Garages (bodyshops). Used it for my first gripping under advise from da man. Works well without the harsh smell etc. of white spirit....
Lowho
22-10-2006, 10:08 PM
Just a little warning to anyone interested in clubmaking, be prepared to lose the garage/shed/workshop etc. It is almost as addictive as playing the game itself......this was once a Garage
http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/2132/garage1qm4.jpg
http://img357.imageshack.us/img357/6729/garage2aq7.jpg
Health and safety ould have a field day lol, Our work bench is just as bad apart from i have to keep acetone in a wooden box
Alex_Smith
22-10-2006, 10:44 PM
Just a little warning to anyone interested in clubmaking, be prepared to lose the garage/shed/workshop etc. It is almost as addictive as playing the game itself......this was once a Garage
What do you do in there, regripping, reshafting?
EXMAX
22-10-2006, 11:11 PM
Yup Acetone And Panelwipe Readily Available From Most Car Body Spray Shops
topscaff
22-10-2006, 11:14 PM
What do you do in there, regripping, reshafting?
I don`t do a lot of tidying up, as you can see.
Both, i started off with regripping, then, wanted to try out a few different shafts. I bought a few cheap clubs on Ebay to practice on ( broke my first 3 graphite shafts :rolleyes: ) and then decided to re-shaft an old driver of mine, i took it to the range and it survived......that was me hooked.
I have re-shafted/gripped a few of my playing partners clubs and have been able to experiment with shafts in my own clubs. Very enjoyable and very rewarding, as i was able to build my current irons & wedges from components.
Lowho
Health and safety ould have a field day lol, Our work bench is just as bad apart from i have to keep acetone in a wooden box
Doesn`t it leak ? :D I keep mine in the shed away from everthing else.
Steptoe
23-10-2006, 09:08 AM
hey topscaff!!!!!!! is there an odd 53-56 deg wedge head lurking around in that garage of yours?? ;)
seems everything else is in there :D