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Yonex Iron Shaft Replacement

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 15:41:49 +0000

I have a set of Yonex SuperADX titanium hybrid irons that were my dad’s. My nephew has sawed two off at the head ( they are probably 15 years old). I have told him that a switch to steel is a better choice he has a high swing speed, strong transition and fast tempo. Can you guide me in a good, reasonably inexpensive choice. I’m footing the bill as he is a college kid. It appears these are not a tapered hosel true? Comments would be greatly appreciated.
Shawn, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, USA

Shawn,

Without seeing the player swing, it’s tough to make a choice. The fact that the player is in college implies he is strong, so True Temper Dynamic Gold S300 is worth a look. The Yonex with graphite were parallel tip.

Regards,

Jeff

True Temper Shaft Identification

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 03:29:44 +0000

I’m trying to identify some True Temper shafts and the step profile doesn’t seem to fit anything on the Temper website. The shafts are 41″ raw length with a .370 tip. The step pattern is: 8@ 2″ and 2@ 3″. Any idea what these are?
Steve, Bakersfield, California, USA

Steve,

They may be a proprietary model done for a unique manufacturer. They are a lightweight to very lightweight model judging from the step pattern.

Regards,

Jeff

True Temper Determinator

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 03:16:50 +0000

I have the True Temper Determinator. My question regards how reliable that device is in determining the proper shaft. On my swing I peg the meter, so-to-speak, at 26 with indicates the need for an X300 shaft. However, 5 iron distance and speed indicates a strong R or weak S. Due to some physical impairments, I tend to have an early release which necessarily slows down the clubhead speed at impact.
John, Springfield, Virginia, USA

John,

In my opinion, the Determinator is not a good choice in today’s world. When it was first developed technology was not where it it today. Find a good launch monitor which will tell you much more than the Determinator.

Regards,

Jeff

Left-handed Driver Components

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:03:23 +0000

I was wondering if there are any lefty component driver heads that are less than 10.5*, or at least square-faced (and not closed)? I understand cost concerns and all that, but it sometimes feels like I’m either the only lefty looking for something like this, or the only lefty using components. Thanks for any help you can give.
Justin, Three Rivers, Michigan, USA

Justin,

While i am not all that versed in who carroes what, here are some places to look:

Hireko Golf
Golfworks
Golfsmith
Wishon Golf
Bang Golf
Geek Golf

Hopefully one or more of these will help.

Regards,

Jeff

Callaway FT Driver and Shaft Puller

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 04:51:48 +0000

I have a shaft puller and it works with clubs with hosel. How do I use my shaft puller for Callaway FT drivers without hosel?
Ronald, San Francisco, California, USA

Ronald,

You need a special adapter. Look to Mitchell Golf or Golfworks for the Callaway shaft puller adapters.

Regards,

Jeff

Basic Clubmaking Kit

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 04:22:03 +0000

Hi Jeff, I’m trying to enter into clubmaking just as a hobby, so what would be the basic tools needed (not anything fancy) to assemble a club? Thanks.
Ricardo, Oakdale, Minnesota, USA

Ricardo.

I might suggest you look at either Golfworks or Mitchell Golf. Both have beginner kits that will help you greatly starting out. Here is one example from GolfWorks - Assembly Kit.

Regards,

Jeff

Titleist Driver Shaft Sleeve

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 04:11:08 +0000

On a Titleist 905r driver, the steel sleeve between the ferrule and club head is missing after the shaft got broken, any ideas on a fix? I have a 7/8′ ferrule to go on with the new stiff flex ETA shaft. Will this suffice? Thanks.
Al, Calumet, Michigan, USA

Go to www.golfworks.com for a steel sleeve.

Regards,

Jeff

Acer Graphite Heads

Wed, 12 May 2010 21:39:20 +0000

Where can I find all graphite driver and fairway wood heads only? I have some made by Acer and need to be replaced. The heads are completely made of 100% graphite compression molded. Thanks
Ron, Greenwood, Indiana, USA

Ron

I know of nowhere anymore who carries these type of heads. Maybe Hireko can help but other than that it may be impossible to find

Regards,

Jeff

TaylorMade Iron Replacement Shaft

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:21:47 +0000

I have a broken TaylorMade rac R7 6iron with regular flex steel shaft and shaft band that says T-Step Ultralite. What would be the closest replacement? Thanks.
Mike, Durham, North Carolina, USA

Mike

True Temper’s Dynalite Gold makes a close replacement choice.

Regards,

Jeff

True Temper Determinator

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 14:53:02 +0000

I am looking for a shaft fitting tool made by True Temper called “The Determinator”. Any idea where I can buy one? I am fairly certain you can’t buy them new anymore. I used to have one and got great results with it, but I lost it when I moved a couple of years back. I would appreciate any help!
Johnny, Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, USA

Johnny,

These have been out of production for at least 10 years. Maybe keep an eye on ebay, but other than that, I have no idea. You might could even check with True Temper.

Regards,

Jeff