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DIY Modding

Before 2017, if you wanted a magnetic cube, you had to build it yourself. Today, almost all cubes come magnetic, but modding is still a fun hobby.

Magnetizing a Cube

Have an old cube lying around? Give it superpowers.

Tools Needed

  • N48 or N35 Neodymium Magnets: Size 4x2mm is standard.
  • Superglue: Gel type is best (doesn’t run).
  • Tweezers: Unless you have tiny fingers.

The Process

  1. Disassemble: Take the cube apart completely.
  2. Open Pieces: Split the edges and corners open (most pry apart).
  3. Placement:
    • You need to glue magnets inside the pieces so they attract when the cube is aligned.
    • Crucial: Check polarity! If you glue them repelling, your cube will push itself apart.
  4. Glue: A tiny drop. Drop the magnet in. Let it dry.
  5. Reassemble: Enjoy the satisfying click.

Spring Swaps (MagLev Mod)

You can turn a spring cube into a MagLev cube.

  1. Buy “Ring Magnets” that fit over the screw.
  2. Remove the metal spring.
  3. Put two magnets on the screw, facing each other so they repel.
  4. Screw it back in. The floating magnets act like a frictionless spring.

Sticker Mods

  • Force Cubes: Buy 6 stickerless cubes of the same model. Take them apart. Assemble 6 new cubes that are SOLID colors (all red, all blue, etc.).
  • Calendar Cube: Stickers with dates. You have to “solve” it to show today’s date.
  • Mirror Blocks: Shape-shifting puzzles where pieces are different sizes but same color.