Expert: Chip Aki - 12/1/2008

Question
I'm a left hander, rolling a finger tip drilled Ebonite
Total NV with the Ebonite drilling #1 (Pin above center of
fingers, mass bias 1.5 inches left of thumb). My track is
through the pin and the MB, giving me a PAP 8" left and
1"up.I stand just right of center and throw a 13 mph ball
at the 2nd arrow, which more often than not leaves me with
a ringing 7 pin from a perfect hit.I've tried changing my
line and various ball cover changes without much luck. I'm
thinking of getting a new ball (good deal on an NVS),
drilled with the Ebonite #4 drilling (pin at 4:00
direction, MB at 10:00 direction). What do you think? Any
other suggestions?

Answer
The layout on the NVS will give you a different look on the lane and should retain the energy better.  That should improve your carry.  I would bet you will have to try a different line to the pocket.

If you can send me a picture of your ball track, and also let me know how the new ball works out, I would love to see it.  Email it to collinspro2@aol.com

Thank you and good luck,
Chip