How to drill a bowling ball | Walking through the steps of drilling a bowling ball with switchgrip
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@user-ju6qt6pj9i Ай бұрын
I most like that you are so through and deliberate and mention alternative tools that can be used for us guys that are just starting out and don't have access to all the tools of the trade. Thanks for sharing!
@bhartissimo Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I may never (well, at least not anytime soon) drill a ball myself, but it's good to understand the process so I know what my PSO is doing when he drills my ball.
@shanedaniels5399 3 жыл бұрын
14:36 I come back to this every time I drill a ball. Thank you JR
@TraumaER 4 жыл бұрын
*This is the video that I’ve been waiting for!*
@andrewinvests839 4 жыл бұрын
It's always good to see how other people do things. It makes you evaluate your own process and you can usually pick up a thing or two. I started drilling in the last year and I'm always looking for more ideas. Thank you, JR.
@paulweaver4962 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing JR! Lots of great wisdom pal... am super keen to learn how to drill my own equipment. Much appreciated!
@mattymerr701 2 жыл бұрын
Sharing knowledge is such a great thing to do.
@Fullcontactmotors 4 жыл бұрын
Love this series of videos
@sonnydeguzman4584 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for doing this video. Very helpful to see how you do things your way.
@alandillinger673 4 жыл бұрын
Same for me, been looking for some of these in depth drilling videos. Awesome info.
@MasterGunz84 4 жыл бұрын
JR great video on drilling your own ball... Glad your uploading info like this... 👍🏽😊👌🏽
@DodgyRyan 4 жыл бұрын
Great video mate. Learning heaps!
@AzezaI 2 жыл бұрын
I don't even drill balls but it was interesting to learn the process. Thank you!
@gremlin3089 Жыл бұрын
This was very informative. Thank you for sharing!
@AZLetendre 3 жыл бұрын
I love the I am Second band. Thanks for the video
@Matt_Holcomb 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you JR i learned a while back. But i have drilled the fingers backward and actually drilled a V and broke out into the other finger. I am still learning but this video helped me alot
@RustyManisduckman 4 жыл бұрын
JR thanks for this type of video. I've been drilling for about 10 yrs but am always trying to learn new snd better ways. I picked up a couple of things from this video that should help. My biggest problem i have is the press is 100% manual. So the pitches and distances sometimes off a 16th-32nd. But keep this type of video because we can continue to learn. Thanks
@Popsplace42 Жыл бұрын
I would love to get into drilling and work in a pro shop. Just to be around things I love!
@mrniceguybaseballcards8486 2 жыл бұрын
First time I’ve seen this, pretty cool! In my ignorance I thought they were manufactured already with the holes until I saw one today without them. Thanks for sharing this, pretty interesting!
@kingpin3292 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@user-ml8er4su4t Жыл бұрын
Great vid.
@JamesCFelty3 4 жыл бұрын
Love switch grip! Best interchangeable thumb out there!
@Fluffyguy958 4 жыл бұрын
I work for Lisa Bishop over here in Westland so I'm going to learn how to drill my own stuff and how to drill for other people. I like working in the shop because it doesnt feel like work. That and stuff is a lot cheaper. I understand how to draw out a layout with dual angles but havent done vector yet (not sure I will) and I'm also learning how to verify a ball's static weights.
@michaelszendrey5413 4 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! I've always wanted to learn how to drill, bc I feel that everytime I go in and talk shop with my pro shop guy. I've no idea what he's talking about. Thank you so much J.R.
@batdan9243 2 жыл бұрын
Not stupid at all, JR. I'm going to start assisting in a pro shop this summer, and while I'll learn this as I go, it's good to have an idea before I start.
@horseshoe_nc 2 жыл бұрын
As a machinist by trade, I found this video very informative and interesting.
@BigSkyBowler 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video JR! I have been wanting to learn how to drill a ball and pro shops are very "hush" on this... Out of curiosity: Is there more than one way to do vacu grips? The pro shop I usually get my stuff drilled at places a plastic ring in the bottom of the finger hole and then glues the grip into that ring on the bottom as well as gluing the grip near the top. From what I see in your video, it seems like this is almost just a shortcut to avoid drilling the hole two different sizes??
@gvet47 Жыл бұрын
Sure a lot more detailed then when I had my first bowling ball drilled some 5O years ago
@melodicchronic5181 3 ай бұрын
I just started bowling, so I'm new to all these concepts. My most recent ball I had drilled, they drilled directly into the pin. I thought it was strange. What does that mean? Is that a good thing, or a mistake by the pro shop?
@tlalexander3 2 жыл бұрын
Can you explain about static weight? Does topweight or certain cores effect the layout you can put on a ball? What do you do to combat having too much static weight? Do you vary the depth of the finger and thumbholes?
@donkeydiehard879 Жыл бұрын
You can just run 1 3/8" bit in the outter before you move the jig. It cleans up the outter perfectly as long as the mill doesn't have run out. A lot cheaper than the reamer bit.
@enigmazero8624 2 жыл бұрын
Anyone know where I can find those little magnets JR uses for lining up the edge of the bit to the line on the ball?
@haskellgee 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I've been drilling my own stuff for about 2 years, and getting some online help when I started proved challenging. You covered several key bases that should help most folks out. One thing I'd point out for new guys (unless I missed it) is you seemed to skip over your vacu-grip finger drilling. Really important to drill the larger hole @ layout, and then immediately drill the 31/32 without moving the ball, to depth. If you drill the big holes for both 1st, then try to recenter for the 31/32, it can be frustrating. Just a supplement, not a critique!
@sauronseyescream8394 3 жыл бұрын
How did you get started drilling your own stuff? I would really like to because the places around me aren't great and don't use modern layouts they just place the pin above or below the bridge.
@sauronseyescream8394 4 жыл бұрын
Hi JR how would you go about drilling your own equipment as someone who doesn't work in a proshop? I don't necessarily want to work in a proshop but none of the ones around me use any kind of layout system or look for bowlers PAP and I want to be able to help friends and family out by drilling their equipment better.
@danbraden4401 3 жыл бұрын
Good video..got a question about balls. I had a Hammer Arson and it cracked so I got a Fastpitch Storm and cannot get it to move as much, Did I buy the wrong ball? Thanks for your help....
@markholland8953 4 жыл бұрын
I've been drilling my own equipment for about a year now. I have drill press from Home Depot. I had to figure out how get the pitches in the ball VERY manually! lol I've gotten pretty good at it and they're all comfortable, although a little different. I don't have a way to lock the ball in solidly enough to use a plug cutter, but it's fine for just drilling. Within two months, I'll have a Jayhawk rig that will allow me to start putting in slugs and Switch Grips. Looking forward to help my students by also drilling their equipment. For an upcoming video, can you discuss how to determine the best pitches for a particular hand? This one is great, thank you!
@janmedenvillanueva9615 Жыл бұрын
That 1 3/8 drill bit on the thumb... how deep was it?
@David-ck9wv 2 жыл бұрын
Hi the magnet devise you used in the video what’s it called and where can I find it
@Kawboy65 4 жыл бұрын
Silly question, but when you move the jig to change the pitches, doesn't that also change the span as well? Is there a mathematical equation you use to tell you something like "If I go 1/4" left and 1/8" forward on my finger, then I need to lengthen/shorten my span XXX amount?"
@petersrobar1955 Жыл бұрын
LO I came here to see how you drill the hole, and you cover it with your hand holding the hoover
@michaelgiraitis1278 3 жыл бұрын
Does the switch grip go straight in? If you want some angle, does the angle go in the slug?
@curtokay8046 7 ай бұрын
Does it drill though the core?
@donkeydiehard879 3 жыл бұрын
I know this is an old video but can you go more in depth about how to adjust depth if it is different. I moved and went to a different pso and he had absolutely no issue getting depth properly adjusted. Now that pso shut down shop. I went to a new pso and he can not get depth proper to save his life. Would you just use a dial caliper and measure the inside of an already installed outer, and then add the width of the plastic at the bottom?
@David-ck9wv 2 жыл бұрын
The magnet devise what’s the name and where can I find it
@prettynicefield1104 Жыл бұрын
be carefull with the switch grip on my part a blew up those thump twice and if you play too much screw unscrew how a was doiing it in tournament the 2 lock pin in the bottom broke often
@googleiscommunist2878 2 жыл бұрын
“Straight acrossed” or “straight acrosst”?
@danielgibbs5676 4 жыл бұрын
Great video JR! I’ve been teaching myself to drill my own balls for a few months now. I was wondering if you based your finger pitches off the main center line or created a new one following the angle your fingers go into the ball? I have been drilling my thumb and fingers using totally different center lines.
@richardgee9434 3 жыл бұрын
My knuckles are killing me we’re are you at my pro shop just said I am getting old they didn’t hurt Before the replacement thumbs.
@youwish3439 4 жыл бұрын
Thank u so much... I didn't realize i grandfather had everything to drill ball in his basement.. I didnt even know he had a basement lol
@krazytaxicabbie 3 жыл бұрын
What skills do I have when learning this? I'm missing the skill name...What am I good at?
@Gonzomt84 4 жыл бұрын
After watching this, things make much mor sense to me. A few years ago I had my first two reactive balls drilled by a guy who didn't seem to have much experience. I didn't know any different at the time, but always knew the fit and measurement wasn't quite right. I've always dealt with it and thought it was me who needed to make adjustments with swing or approach to become better with the ball. Now, I understand that my fitment is totally screwed up and it's not necessarily me that needs to make adjustments. Now that I'm beginning to get more serious with the sport I want to get a few new balls drilled the right way. How do I find a shop pro I can trust to do it right next time?
@jackolson6479 4 жыл бұрын
What does a 1 inch reverse pitch do, does it make you have more revs or is it a comfort thing?
@andrewinvests839 4 жыл бұрын
Reverse points away from the palm so it helps you get out of the ball faster. It can help with revs but not always. It can also help with comfort.
@JAW_73 4 жыл бұрын
What is your opinion on 3/8 left and 3/8 right in the fingers vs 0 in the middle and 3/4 right in the ring for a righty.. (or 1/8 left and 5/8 right) . Is there any difference in ball roll or track location?
@TheGeetarJoe 4 жыл бұрын
Finger and thumb pitches all work together as a system. If the lateral pitches of the fingers are both moved the same amount they will have minimal effect on the track of the ball. They will however effect how your palm sits on the ball and how it feels in your hand especially if combined with thumb pitches that are not complimentary. Lineal pitches have more effect on the track when it comes to the fingertips.
@etan5716 4 жыл бұрын
I might’ve missed why you do thumb first video? Enlighten me? Thanks
@MTUnleashedTV 4 жыл бұрын
Because if you miss your line on the thumb, you will still have the correct span. Drill the thumb first, then measure the span from the front edge of the thumb.
@ericdustin4663 4 жыл бұрын
Can you do oval thumbs with switch grips?
@dejabowler873 4 жыл бұрын
Yep
@erict4014 3 жыл бұрын
Is drilling the pilot hole really necessary if the switch-grip bit already goes a quarter inch deeper with the point?
@jeremiegrund 3 жыл бұрын
It is recommended by Turbo, of course with all things your mileage may vary.
@donm6578 4 жыл бұрын
What's your ball jig called? Seems way better to tilt the ball within the jig than to unclamp it to reposition it every time like we do at my bowling alley
@timsell3240 3 жыл бұрын
That's a Jayhawk trioval jig
@curtokay8046 7 ай бұрын
And I am lookingfor someone who know what they are doing when drilling a ball, I am in Seattel washington
@KennyGrinols 4 жыл бұрын
I'm not a PSO, but was shocked that you don't need/want more bevel on the fingers to prevent cracks.
@Tenpindoctors 4 жыл бұрын
Everyone has their own preferences and beliefs
@ericdustin4663 4 жыл бұрын
Safety glasses?
@mullmiller 4 жыл бұрын
Im second too jr. ; )
@bfielder9097 4 жыл бұрын
How much extra does it cost to have a switch grip drilled vs a regular thumb slug?
@bofadeeznuts469 4 жыл бұрын
B Fielder call your PSO and ask
@bfielder9097 4 жыл бұрын
@@bofadeeznuts469 I essentially just did minus the call part.
@williamfreitas7016 4 жыл бұрын
Seeing as cost will vary shop to shop just as with any other good or service in the world, call the shop you use and ask.
@Kawboy65 4 жыл бұрын
I can't believe that nobody makes a "reasonably" priced ball jig for the home/do it yourself user. I think the demand would be there for something like that.
@timsell3240 3 жыл бұрын
KTM ball jigs
@quantumsneak1773 Жыл бұрын
But surely everyone has different finger lengths
@nukiepoo 4 жыл бұрын
I bet John from Innovative will cringe when he sees you using the quill as an arbor press. I do it all the time (for 30+ years) and never broke the press.
@fishgutz4272 4 жыл бұрын
How to drill a bowling ball: Step 1. Bring the ball to a pro shop. Step 2: bowl with my other balls while waiting for drilling. Step 3: bowl with newly drilled ball. 😄😁😆😅🤣
@larryschlutt7211 8 ай бұрын
Jopo is better than turbo
@Tenpindoctors 8 ай бұрын
In what metric? Jopo is good. I’d say equal in many ways. Not better
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