shaft is too long

i just baught a new driver and i think my shaft may be a little to long it is a 46 inch shaft and imy old is a 44.5 do i need to shorten my shaft or adjust on the ball. and if i need to shorten my shaft i would like to do it my self if at all possible

Weeeelllll, you can shorten the shaft yourself, if you like.

You simply remove the grip, cut as much off the butt as you like, and install a grip.

That said, now we're talking about details. First, is the shaft steel or graphite?

If it's steel, you can use a pipe cutter (tubing cutter). If it's graphite, you'll need some masking tape, a grit edge blade for your hacksaw, and a vise. They're all equally important.

You'll also need a new grip, some grip tape, and some grip solvent. (The latter two items are required to install the former item).

The easiest option is to try out your new driver. If you don't like it, then modify.

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thank you i will have to try it first it is on its way here and have yet to try it and i think it may be too long. there are not to many pro shops up here that do any club work so ill try it first and thanks for the info

[quote=LowPost42]Weeeelllll, you can shorten the shaft yourself, if you like.

You simply remove the grip, cut as much off the butt as you like, and install a grip.

Thanks for the tip! I am thinking about shortening my shaft.... does a shorter shaft usually equal greater accuracy.... I have a standard sized shaft - I am about 6'00 tall - I suppose I should start with an inch - and take it from there...


thanks


James

If you are 6'0", becareful shortening your shaft. What is the current length of your shaft? If you are are still determined to shorten your club, choke up on it for a bit to see if a shorter shaft is going to suit you. If so, hack a chunk off, but go in 1/2" intervals. 1" is quite a bit when it comes to shaft lengths!

Spot on Gord.

My theoretical knowledge states that by shortening an inch off the butt, your flex may increase (play stiffer) about a half flex, depending on the shaft.

This in turn should help your accuracy some.