z-shafts warping question...

[4k2]

After reading about people expressing their issues on z-shafts warping, i just want to ask the following questions...

How many of you guys use/know a friend using a z-shaft? and how many of them have actually warped?

I just want to know the chances of a z-shaft warping if in case i buy one. I'm hesitating after reading about it (warping), hopefully you guys can help me decide.

Thanks!

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[DeanF]

I have been using a Z shaft off and on for the last 12 months and I have not had any trouble with mine warping.

I don't know anyone else that has one.

I hope this helps.

DeanF

Sorry if I forgot to log in

[spartan]

my z warped in 6 months. it was in the same case (instroke cowboy) as my 3 other 314s and they are all straight as an arrow. i have always taken great care of my cues and the z was the first time i ever had a problem.

[4k2]

hey konur,

would you recommend me to use 314 shafts instead of the z-shaft? how do you find the difference between the two different shafts?

do you have friends who also have warped z-shafts? sorry for being repetitive, i'm about to order my predators soon and would like to get some advice...

[spartan]

i wave seen 1 other z warped and their are a few people here who have said their z has warped. i would go with a 314 and a tiger tip. you can look at other 314 vs z discussions in this thread also.

[4k2]

thanks konur,

yes, i've read the other threads and so my hesitation. I'm actually from the philippines, and with the conditions here, i think the chance of warpage will dramatically increase...

are you using a predator butt? i'm not to familiar with falcon made butts, but i'm curious, are they as good as they cost?

[spartan]

i shoot with a p2. its a great cue. it has a softer hit and i just love the clean look of it. ive been enjoying your posts. you shold make a user name. i see you are interested in a 4k2. its a good cue. nice simple design. cant go wrong with them. get a nice tip though. i like tiger but a talisman or a moori is good as well.

[4k2]

yes I'm thinking of ordering a 4k-2 with moori tips... i've actually tried a 314 and find it a-ok, i'm just curious with the z-shaft because they say it has better technology...

hehe, next question (if you don't mind), playing in a simonis billiard cloth, should i get an 18 oz-ed cue rather than 19 oz? since i'll be needing more softer shots than harder ones?

as you can see i'm really into the details, and i have to admit i haven't played enough to really know all the differences... that's why i'd rather ask and take it from the experts

[Neil Fujiwara]

I checked with Jessica in Warranty and found that we haven't had any spikes in returns due to Z-shaft warpage.

We will keep our eyes open and keep you guys posted. If there is a consistent issue then we will issue a recall and revamp our production procedure. Thank you for bringing this up, we apologize that you had an issue with one of our products.

[spartan]

i would go with a 19 oz cue. most players play with a 19 oz cue. i consider myself a finesse player. i try to move the cueball as litte as possible and try to use as little english as possible and i play with a 20 oz cue. the warp on my z dosent affect playability i still prefer my 314. if theres a place where you can try a z try it out and see if you like it. the pool room i go to is comet billiards. they are an outhorized predator dealer and they have a predator test cue. its basically a sneaky pete that says test cue on it. alot of people try it out and buy cues from there. see if there is a place like that in your area. i hope i helped and i hope you enjoy your predator cue as much as i enjoy mine.