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Custom Happ Trackball?
TKW4rr10r:
Another link to check out:
http://www.shop.saimport.com/Striped-Agate-Sphere-863.htm;jsessionid=0DEABBA08DCBEF49C07DBE466570ED9E.m1plqscsfapp01
I'm getting a star wars-y vibe off this one.
KIguy:
First, I just wanted to say your CPO graphic is freaking AWESOME! :afro:
Second, I am not "in the know" as far as custom trackballs go but I would like to point out that making a custom trackball with the epoxy method might be problematic. Due to the (most likely) different densities of the balls and epoxy, you're likely to end up with "heavy" spots in the sphere that cause it to be off-balance and not spin straight. Just a cautionary FYI :)
Either way, good luck and please post what you end up buying/making, I am anxious to see how the finished product looks :cheers:
hypersurfer:
Thanks, TKW4rr10r. That may be the safest route to go.
I'm tracking a few options on ebay right now. Most of the size I need are in China with a two month shipping estimate.
Google image search for examples for those curious: https://www.google.com/search?q=sodalite+sphere&safe=off&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=qOMQU-6fHIzfkQea7YCgDg&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1600&bih=815
I'll keep this post updated.
Thanks again everyone.
ChanceKJ:
Just wanted to add that i picked up a Clear contact juggling ball for my build at jugglegear.com and they have a bunch of cool options. UV Responsive ones, Steel, crystal clear, etc. The people that run the shop are LEGIT. I had a chance to meet them in person (Calgary Based) and get a look at their operation and i was quite impressed.
RandyT:
Juggling balls are made from acrylic, and are considerably lighter and less scratch/chip resistant than what actual trackballs are made from. The lighter balls will also affect the spin duration and feel, so that's something to keep in mind when shopping.