Author Topic: Difference in Hot Rod Prostock Pearl... (Read 1870 times)

DukeHarding · « **on:** December 16, 2005, 07:52:42 AM »

and the Hot Rod HYBRID?

I have a used HRPSP that is pretty beat up.

MGbowling.com had this to say about the HYBRID:

"The Hot Rodâ„¢ HYBRID from STORMâ„¢ features their first Reactorâ„¢ hybrid (half pearl - half solid) reactive coverstock. This is a great ball for playing down and in and is very forgiving on a house shot. The new Reactorâ„¢ coverstock is polished to 1500-grit and is noticeably softer and more versatile than any other. The Hybrid core design is the same used in the Hot Rodâ„¢ Pro Stock and Pro Stock Pearl: Multi- Density with Power Mass Technologyâ„¢. The core is symmetrical and really gives you a very predictable roll. This combination is a perfect match of coverstock and core!"

It says it's half pearl and half solid...same core as the HRPSP...
I match up well with the HRPSP on a THS that is down and in...Wondering if the HYBRID would be a good replacement, or would I be better off buying another HRPSP?
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DukeHarding · « **Reply #1 on:** December 17, 2005, 09:38:46 AM »

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ConalO · « **Reply #2 on:** December 17, 2005, 02:19:56 PM »

For me, the Hybrid is quite a bit weaker than the HRPSP. Less backend and quite a bit less hitting power.

If you want to play the same line, I would recommend another HRPSP.

DukeHarding · « **Reply #3 on:** December 17, 2005, 03:08:45 PM »

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For me, the Hybrid is quite a bit weaker than the HRPSP. Less backend and quite a bit less hitting power.

If you want to play the same line, I would recommend another HRPSP.

ConalO,

Thanks...
How is your Hybrid drilled?

Anyone else have any inut?
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bgh · « **Reply #4 on:** December 17, 2005, 03:45:49 PM »

I have the Storm Hot Rod Hybrid that is drilled for an over/under house shot league that is super walled. <2.5X3.75> drilled for more roll and I believe that the two balls, hybrid and the HRPSP have similar, if not, identical RG 2.54 (Medium) and RG Differential: 0.033 (Medium Flare) weight blocks. Coverstocks differ quite a bit - Reactorâ„¢ Hybrid Reactive vs MONSOONâ„¢ Pearl Reactive.

I would expect the Hybrid to be more roll-e, and the Pro Stock Pearl to spin more through the heads and save energy for more backend. Especially, the way I have the Hybrid setup. I plan on ordering a Hot Rod Pro Stock Pearl and having it drilled either 5X5 or 4.5X5.5 to go long and arc strongly into the pocket.
Coverstocks: Solid/Pearl should hook earlier and Pearl should hook later.
Would be interesting to tinker with changing the surface of the Hybrid with more shine. Love it as it is.

I just love the Storm Hot Rod Hybrid but need something that will go a little farther down with not so much roll. The pearl should give cleaner control through the heads. Either way great ball would be interesting to drill another Hybrid to go long. The ball surface coverstocks generally tell a story. Like always depends on the setup.

Kegler X
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Edited on 12/20/2005 12:07 PM

ConalO · « **Reply #5 on:** December 17, 2005, 04:38:47 PM »

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ConalO,

Thanks...
How is your Hybrid drilled?

I have both of them drilled pin over ring finger with CG in palm. Works for the HRPSP but not the Hybrid. I'm considering redrilling the Hybrid to see if I can get a better reaction from it.

DukeHarding · « **Reply #6 on:** December 17, 2005, 06:07:35 PM »

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I have the Storm Hot Rod Hybrid that is drilled for an over/under house shot league that is super walled. <2.5X3.0> drilled for more roll and I believe that the two balls, hybrid and the HRPSP have similar, if not, identical RG 2.54 (Medium) and RG Differential: 0.033 (Medium Flare). Not sure about the weight blocks (Storm's website can't be reached to check it out <maybe down 12-17-05 2:40pm pst>. On this site it lists
HOT RODâ„¢ HYBRID = Coverstock Reactorâ„¢ Hybrid Reactive Weight Block Multi-Density with FE2 Technology
PRO STOCK PEARLâ„¢ = Coverstock MONSOONâ„¢ Pearl Reactive
Weight Block Modified 2-piece
Sounds to be different? Anyone know? Seems like I noticed this before, even though they list as identical RG&RGDiff.

I would expect the Hybrid to be more roll-e, and the Pro Stock Pearl to spin more through the heads and save energy for more backend. Especially, the way I have the Hybrid setup. I plan on ordering a Hot Rod Pro Stock Pearl and having it drilled either 5X5 or 4.5X5.5 to go long and arc strongly into the pocket.
Coverstocks: Solid/Pearl should hook earlier and Pearl should hook later.
Would be interesting to tinker with changing the surface of the Hybrid with more shine. Love it as it is.

I just love the Storm Hot Rod Hybrid but need something that will go a little farther down with not so much roll. The pearl should give cleaner control through the heads. Either way great ball would be interesting to drill another Hybrid to go long. From what Rohn Morton @ Bowling Directions at Hollywood Lanes tells me that Hybrid is more Roll-e and Pearl would clear the heads and save more energy and hook stonger. The ball surface coverstocks generally tell a story. Like always depends on the setup.

Kegler X,
Thanks for the response. I find the HRPSP cover to be very easy to change.
I've had it as high as 4000 grit Abralon...I now have it at 600 grit (Green Scotchbrite), with a coat of Track Magic Shine on it. The ball is drilled 5 x 4.
The Monsoon cover and core seem to match up very well with this drilling.
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DukeHarding · « **Reply #7 on:** December 17, 2005, 06:09:42 PM »

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I have both of them drilled pin over ring finger with CG in palm. Works for the HRPSP but not the Hybrid. I'm considering redrilling the Hybrid to see if I can get a better reaction from it.

ConalO,

How does the Hybrid react with that drill, Earlier roll? More controlled?

Thanks,
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Anyone who keeps learning stays young.
The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young." -- Henry Ford

ConalO · « **Reply #8 on:** December 19, 2005, 03:04:35 PM »

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ConalO,

How does the Hybrid react with that drill, Earlier roll? More controlled?

Thanks,
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Duke Harding

It's drilled for length and late hook, but it is not storing any energy and hits really weak with this drill.

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