The Gamebreaker had a fairly oil absorbent shell. If you had the surface at the stock 2000 grit, and had been using it on a good amount oil, it is possible that it needs an oil extraction already. BUT the first thing I would do, if I were you, is to do a thorough refresh of the surface with a strong cleaner, like Clean and Dull or Hook-It, as the lubricant. One, use all fresh Siaair or Abralon pads. Start with a 500 grit, use the cleaner (with rubber gloves!!!!) as a lubricant. Do about 30-45 seconds per side (2 - 4 sides), using medium pressure. Then do 1000 grit, about 30 -45 seconds per side, then do 2000 grit for about 30 seconds per side.
All this with the proviso that the oil pattern and amount at your center(s) has not changed!!
The seasons are changing (in many parts of the US) and with temperature & humidity changes come change in ball reactions with the same balls on the same oil pattern/amounts. One scenario: It looks like something has changed and you wonder what's going on, blaming the ball and the oil machine or the oil man and the only thing that has changed is the weather. On the other hand, it could be they're oiling earlier and there's some open bowling before your league. Maybe they're drier or carrydown has been created. All are "POTENTIAL" causes.
Make sure that none of this is happening, as near as you can determine, BEFORE blaming the ball.
This is all standard stuff. Just maybe it hasn't occurred to you - you're so focused on what's in front of you.
Of course it could be the ball ....
If the refreshing didn't work AND the problem does seem to be the ball, try an oil extraction (Revivor, Rejuvenator or hot water).
"None are so blind as those who will not see."
Edited by charlest on 4/7/2012 at 9:38 PM