How to Install Tapered Golf Shafts

There are two types of shaft tips when it comes to re-shafting a golf club: tapered and parallel. Golf shafts taper in width from grip to tip; parallel shafts stop tapering about 6 to 7 inches from the tip, tapered shafts continue to taper to the end. The result is a smaller radius at the tip of a tapered shaft. Most golf heads are specifically designed for tapered shafts. Alterations to the hosel joint linking the shaft to the head won't be necessary.

Things You'll Need

  • Ferrule
  • Sandpaper
  • Epoxy
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Instructions

    • 1

      Slide the ferrule (small metal or rubber ring that strengthens the bone between the shaft and club head) over the tip of the tapered shaft.

    • 2

      Locate the hosel joint of the club head. This is the small joint linking the shaft and head together. Clean it out with a small piece of rolled sandpaper. There may be residue from old epoxy or dirt inside the hosel; this must be wiped away. If the the head is new, you can skip this step.

    • 3

      Drip epoxy into the hosel and fit it over the tip of the shaft. Push the head down until the tip of the shaft is flush against the base of the hosel.It's always easier to fit the head onto the shaft instead of the other way around.

    • 4

      Ensure the ferrule is flush against the mouth of the hosel joint and allow the club to set for at least 24 hours before swinging.