UPSB v3

Tutorials Pending Approval / Squishy Grip Mod

Tutorial Released

  1. NinjaKai
    Date: Tue, Oct 14 2008 05:27:20

    I Recently Discovered this pen on a trip to Rite Aide. In Fact not actually a pen it uses a Graphite type ink and is erasable. But that is irrelevant, since the pen can't write XD. And so I gave the intriguing pens grip a feel and it was squishy . . . I instantly knew this would make a great double sided mod. And So bought 2 for the experimental Mod. After about 30 min I Created this:


    Spoiler:

    Name of Pen Modification: Squishy Grip Mod (SGM)
    Center of Gravity: COP
    Length in Centimeters: 20cm
    Weight in relative terms: A little less than the I-MX
    Style: Double-sided, Non-writable
    Estimated cost: $6 was the price for both pens

    Pens Needed:
    2 Pentech LE2 Liquaphite Pencils

    Materials Needed:
    Needle Nose pliers
    Wire Cutters
    Small Tooth Saw
    1 Cylindrical Chop Stick (Must be over 17cm)
    Scotch Tape
    File (Not required but will refine the metal pieces)

    Here is the exploded View of the pen:
    http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/Maste...plodedView2.jpg

    Length Example:
    http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/Maste...ens/NewMod1.jpg

    Spoiler:


    Spoiler:
    Step 1:
    Take apart your pens And Keep all the pieces on the left


    Step 2:
    Use your pliers to remove the clip off of the Plastic tubing


    Step 3:
    Cut the Plastic tubing (Do not cut on the threaded Side!) Cut it at size 5 cm


    Step 4:
    Cut the Plastic tubing (Do not cut on the threaded Side!) Cut it at size 3.5 cm


    Step 5:
    Screw on the Tips into the plastic tubing be Sure to place tape at the ends of the plastic tube so your metal sheaths will fit snugly (1-2 layers will work)


    Step 6:
    Saw down both of the metal sheaths to about the size of 4.3 cm (Or 4 3/10 cm) [I Suggest a Horizontal Cut because it will be less likely you will screw up]


    Step 7:
    Cut your chopstick to about 17 Cm Place tape along the middle so it will fit snugly (Only need 1-2 layers), Color or place inserts at the ends for some flashiness to your SGM.


    Step 8:
    Assemble the pen

    Congratulations on your new Squishy Grip Mod


    Spoiler:
    Question: Whats the difference between a bevel cut and a Horizontal Cut?
    Answer: The Bevel will add more grip but is difficult to make, while the horizontal is easy but will require use of tape

    Question: Where can I find this pen?
    Answer: Can be found at; CVS, Longs, Duane Reade, Raley’s, K-Mart, Wal-Mart, Brooks-Eckerds, Rite-Aid, Target, KB toy store, and Toys
    R' Us OR E-mail Pentech[ http://www.pentech.net/contact.php ]

    Question: Can you place LED's in this pen?
    Answer: MAYBE! I'm looking into it.

    Question: Can you remove the design on the barrel?
    Answer: Easily, First day of spinning removed a lot of the design, so eraser alone would work.

  2. Glamouraz
    Date: Tue, Oct 14 2008 05:40:29

    Oh cool!

  3. Jiinn
    Date: Tue, Oct 14 2008 06:14:48

    looks good, but never heard of those pens or pencils before lol

  4. NinjaKai
    Date: Wed, Oct 15 2008 03:53:25

    The Tutorial Has been Updated! happy.gif Enjoy!

  5. l3east
    Date: Wed, Oct 15 2008 04:01:15

    ty very much cuz there's a right aid in front of my house

  6. NinjaKai
    Date: Wed, Oct 15 2008 04:23:59

    QUOTE (l3east @ Oct 14 2008, 09:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    ty very much cuz there's a right aid in front of my house


    Cool, I hope you can find it because I really hope its more widespread.

  7. Aerials
    Date: Wed, Oct 15 2008 04:34:31

    Lol, at my rite aid, theres some pens i never seen before but i dont remember but there were ... like rsvps at a ridiculously high prices, and some other pens i forgot about.... i gotta check again.

  8. NinjaKai
    Date: Wed, Oct 15 2008 06:38:07

    I found out the availability to the US is in the following stores:

    CVS, Longs, Duane Reade, Raley’s, K-Mart, Wal-Mart, Brooks-Eckerds and Rite-Aid

    Not a full Guarantee but closest I could find to the facts.

  9. Pieniek
    Date: Wed, Oct 15 2008 13:40:20

    Cool grips, something like Dr.Grips. I like them smile.gif

  10. NinjaKai
    Date: Thu, Oct 16 2008 03:47:07

    Has anybody made the attempt to make the Mod yet?

  11. MikeKe
    Date: Thu, Oct 16 2008 03:51:58

    Ahah nice mod! how does it spin?
    I'l go looking around for those pens, if I find them and they're not too expensive, I'll be sure to make one biggrin.gif

  12. CaliMartinio
    Date: Thu, Oct 16 2008 04:03:00

    I always see this pen when I go to Rite-Aid
    Maybe I'll grab a few next time I go

  13. hknl13
    Date: Thu, Oct 16 2008 04:10:24

    looks awright, i just loled at the title tho

  14. nateiskewl
    Date: Thu, Oct 16 2008 04:19:38

    QUOTE (l3east @ Oct 14 2008, 09:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    ty very much cuz there's a right aid in front of my house


    So you live in a parking lot?

  15. l3east
    Date: Thu, Oct 16 2008 04:40:58

    aww they dont have it at my rite aid sad =[

  16. NinjaKai
    Date: Thu, Oct 16 2008 14:29:47

    QUOTE (l3east @ Oct 15 2008, 09:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    aww they dont have it at my rite aid sad =[


    Try Another one. As well as Contacting Pentech to find out if they ship in your area.

    -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    I Recently emailed the company and they replied that the products can be found at the following retailers as well: Wal-Mart, K-Mart, Target, KB toy store and Toys
    R' Us

    -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Anybody Make the mod yet?

  17. FrozenIce
    Date: Fri, Oct 24 2008 23:58:45

    Not yet, but looks nice. How squishy are the grips?

    I think the thing that discourages people from making this mod is the fact that it requires cutting the metal barrel.

  18. Mr.Squekers
    Date: Sat, Oct 25 2008 00:29:50

    Im totally gonna make this. It looks really nice and clean and this is the best tutorial from a new Pen Spinner. Good job! clap.gif

  19. NinjaKai
    Date: Mon, Oct 27 2008 04:12:01

    QUOTE (FrozenIce @ Oct 24 2008, 04:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Not yet, but looks nice. How squishy are the grips?

    I think the thing that discourages people from making this mod is the fact that it requires cutting the metal barrel.


    Actually, The metal sheath Is very thin in fact I had to throw out my first mod because it's bevel cut sucked, and because it got bent when I dropped it. I found it just as easy as cutting a Bic Round Stic Grip.

  20. NitriX
    Date: Mon, Oct 27 2008 23:42:56

    cool it looks awesome but how good does it spin

  21. Sadistic
    Date: Tue, Oct 28 2008 00:44:33

    if the pens are cheap, im probably going to make this mod...but~~~can i see how infinities are with this pen please?? video ~_~?

    EDIT: ahhhhh 3$ a piece? well i guess ill still buy them if they work really well for infinities, please make a video of like a triple infinity or somthing and ill consider it...btw....think of a better name lolz

  22. NinjaKai
    Date: Mon, Nov 3 2008 03:45:46

    QUOTE (Sadistic @ Oct 27 2008, 04:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    if the pens are cheap, im probably going to make this mod...but~~~can i see how infinities are with this pen please?? video ~_~?

    EDIT: ahhhhh 3$ a piece? well i guess ill still buy them if they work really well for infinities, please make a video of like a triple infinity or somthing and ill consider it...btw....think of a better name lolz


    Lol sure got a suggestion?

  23. NinjaKai
    Date: Tue, Nov 4 2008 05:50:38

    I finished the vid. I also have the release of my variation of the squishy grip mod using DR. Grips.

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    UPDATES:
    -The Squishy Grips are removable with X-Acto blade, and contain a gel-like liquid.
    -Possible sub grips so far found out are; Dr. Grips (If the grip is thick enough can fit on it alone, if not placement of another grip is in order)

    The pen I was talking about in the video:



    (It looks expensive xD)

  24. FurBelz~
    Date: Tue, Nov 4 2008 10:06:58

    lol at first when i read the topic title im like WTF...
    looks nice...

  25. NinjaKai
    Date: Wed, Nov 5 2008 03:47:01

    Good News:

    I Found the Pen.

    Bad News:

    Its $8 Yay!

    And so I stole bought 2 and came up with this:


    Spoiler:


    It Is very nice happy.gif

    This is the updated Dr. Profile grip:


    Spoiler:


    Here's a vid with more of the change information: (Check out the vid description for more detail)

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    Spoiler:


    Origonal -> Premier Grip -> Dr. Profile

  26. daffy
    Date: Wed, Nov 5 2008 13:08:08

    i have never seen those pens before. but the mod looks good!

  27. blindwhatif
    Date: Sun, Nov 30 2008 04:42:35

    looks pretty sweet
    i guess ill take a look around for the pen =)
    great job happy.gif clap.gif

  28. duckfun
    Date: Wed, Dec 17 2008 02:13:54

    ohmy.gif ooooh
    looks nice....
    are the grips as squishy as they look?

  29. NinjaKai
    Date: Wed, Dec 17 2008 02:16:43

    QUOTE (duckfun @ Dec 16 2008, 06:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    ohmy.gif ooooh
    looks nice....
    are the grips as squishy as they look?


    Yes, Yes they are.

  30. Asterisk*
    Date: Fri, Dec 26 2008 10:41:21

    You should update your original post with the 2 new videos and a weight comparison would be nice (ex: mx < squishy grip, etc).