Im trying to find something that will bring my bowling balls back to their original form. I put dishwashing soap and water in the bucket.. I used pyramid tech bowling ball cleaner but I don't think it works

The sad truth is that modern bowling balls have relatively short lives (some as short as 100 games) and the life-extending methods are patches, at best.

Restoring a bowling ball to its "original form" involves a combination of cleaning, resurfacing, and oil extraction. When a bowling ball is used repeatedly, it absorbs oil from the lanes, dirt, and other contaminants, which can affect its performance and appearance. A standard cleaning approach like dish soap and water, or even specific bowling ball cleaners like Pyramid Tech, may not be enough to completely restore the ball to its original condition, especially if the ball has absorbed a lot of oil over time or has surface damage :'(

I've noticed my own bowling balls losing their grip over time, too. I've used a basic cleaner, but I’m considering trying CTD’s products after seeing them recommended here. Has anyone tried their Life After Death cleaner over an extended period? Also curious about the sonic oil remover—anyone had luck with that for serious oil buildup?

I use CTD Life After Death on a regular basis. It does seem to help somewhat, if you follow the instructions closely.

The sonic oil removers are your best solution if one is available in your area at a reasonable cost.

One new product I received last week seem to work really well is the new Venom Cleaner from Motiv. It's too soon to tell, but the few uses I have had so far look promising.