Type a core + Type D cube question

[andrewvo1324]

I was wondering when people say change the type d core to a type A one does that include the Centerpieces?

thanks,
andrew

 

[ShadenSmith]

No, they mean just the core. I keep all the pieces, screws, springs, and washers of the type d.

 

[Statical]

does the cube suck at first when u just change the core to type a core? does the cube really start to become really good when u lubricate it?

 

[mrbiggs]

I put my (already lubed) type D pieces on my new type A core today and it's really incredible.

I'm not sure of the exact mechanics of why the type A core is better, but my D core was threaded anyway so I couldn't tighten it correctly. This is apparently a pretty common problem, so I'd recommend anyone getting a type D get an extra A core just in case. It's only $.70.