Hey AJ, thanks for this. I am thinking about cutting my driver shaft by 2” for more control. Can I just do this or should I rather consider to buy a shorter shaft? Do you have a video on such a test? Thanks for your insights, keep up the great work!
For this one, I used a Dremel Saw Max, but you could also use the standard rotary tool and just work your way around the shaft, or a pipe cutter when working with steel or hacksaw when working with graphite. Make sure to tape the graphite if using a hacksaw though.
Hi AJ, I'm planning to cut a friend's graphite shafts. Bought equal length ones and struggles with Sw-8 irons. Will the swing weight be consistent across the shortened clubs, if I cut say 1inch? How will the shortened clubs fit with the swing weights of the uncut clubs? Lastly, how would you approach this? Thanks
One inch is significant. If in doubt, try it at full length, then try choking down 1 inch and see what that does. Then you will have a very similar feeling club to what it would be like after cutting it down.
Each steel shaft is different in the step pattern. Some use uniform steps at equal distances, some bunch them up at a certain spot on the shaft. Distances between steps can also vary based on design.
@@pyj1119 Used epoxy though superglue would be fine also. I keep the hinge moveable. I always measure to the level sole of the club, not the 60 degree angle. You could fix a 60 degree angle if you want to use that method, though it's only important if you plan on building drivers to max conforming length.
This and the three tools video have been incredibly helpful!
Thank you. Very thorough!
Hey AJ, thanks for this. I am thinking about cutting my driver shaft by 2” for more control. Can I just do this or should I rather consider to buy a shorter shaft? Do you have a video on such a test? Thanks for your insights, keep up the great work!
Great video! Would you mind sharing what kind of Dremmel tool you used? Thanks
For this one, I used a Dremel Saw Max, but you could also use the standard rotary tool and just work your way around the shaft, or a pipe cutter when working with steel or hacksaw when working with graphite. Make sure to tape the graphite if using a hacksaw though.
@@EFGMC Thank you for the quick reply 👍
Nice and informative.
Thanks so much. I learn a lot of club making from you. Did you use 3 inch tee hinge to attach under your 48 inch ruler.
Yep. Super simple.
LOVE the ruler and hinge strap idea....accurate? What kind of epoxy did you use to install the strap?
As accurate as anything. Any epoxy will hold it. I think I used quick set epoxy for it but any golf epoxy you have around will do the trick.
Hi AJ, I'm planning to cut a friend's graphite shafts. Bought equal length ones and struggles with Sw-8 irons. Will the swing weight be consistent across the shortened clubs, if I cut say 1inch? How will the shortened clubs fit with the swing weights of the uncut clubs? Lastly, how would you approach this? Thanks
Bit confused. Give me the lengths you are planning on using. Are you just shortening the set?
I just ordered a used gap wedge that's +1" over standard. If i butt trim an inch, will it drastically affect my performance?
One inch is significant. If in doubt, try it at full length, then try choking down 1 inch and see what that does. Then you will have a very similar feeling club to what it would be like after cutting it down.
No.
I’m thinking about cutting down my 3 wood. Is it the same process for a pured graphite shaft?
Yes. Cutting pure graphite no different from non pured.
What type of blade did you use on the sawmax? And can you use that blade for steel and graphite?
It's the metal wheel and it can cut graphite and steel. Just make sure you cut graphite in a well vented area.
@@EFGMC Thank you, will do.
Just curious how steps on steel shafts are incremented between irons? TY
Each steel shaft is different in the step pattern. Some use uniform steps at equal distances, some bunch them up at a certain spot on the shaft. Distances between steps can also vary based on design.
Where can I buy the same shaft ruler you have on your workstation? Thanks
You can't. It's homemade using a 48 inch ruler and a gate strap hinge. Need to do a video on how to make one.
@@EFGMC Did you use superglue to to attach tee hinge to the ruler? or super glue hinge to a fix angle? thanks
@@pyj1119 Used epoxy though superglue would be fine also. I keep the hinge moveable. I always measure to the level sole of the club, not the 60 degree angle. You could fix a 60 degree angle if you want to use that method, though it's only important if you plan on building drivers to max conforming length.
so how do you cut a graphite club?
Hacksaw with a high TPI (teeth per inch) count.
Will the metal disc for a angle grinder work on graphite? Or is there a wheel you suggest for graphite?
With a hack saw.