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i am interested in a virtual gravity. i am a stoker and throw between 16 an 18 mph. could you please suggest a top weight, a pin length, and a layout.
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I would go with a 4 inch pin if possible and 3 to 3 1/2 ounces of top weight.

I would place the pin near the ring finger and the cg 2 1/2 to 3 inches right of the center of your grip.  (if you are right handed)  Then place the extra hole to get the ball to legal specs.

At this point, you can adjust the surface for the condition you are on.  
This ball is strong and will give you a pronounced move at the breakpoint.

Good luck,
Chip

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Ball drilling/fitting, Layouts, coaching related questions, any. USA Bowling Bronze Certified Coach, International Bowling Pro Shops and Instructors Assocation member, 15 years Experience in ball drilling, Storm Staff member.

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Team USA State Champion Indiana'87 and Lousiana '97, National Collegiate Championship Wichita State '87, Ky state Singles Champion '99,Team USA National Finalist '97,'98, USBC Open Singles Champion 2007 (814 series)

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