Reading the original post, sounds like you have two seperate issues here.
Maybe a good idea if you included a bit more info
ie Board settings, freshly lubed, what bolt are you using ?
First and fore most, have tried a brand new quality battery first ?
The Puff, with bolt stick, have you tried resetting the board ?
Dwell @18
FSDO @20
Next problem, eyes.
Clean them properly, including the eye holes in the marker body.
Check all eye connections are seated properly.
Make sure eyes are sitting in position correctly with eye covers.