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FS: Leedy Utility (?)
Unless the shells changed over time, the only metal shell Leedy Utility Model I have seen had an "inverted" bead in the middle of the shell.
12 years agoNeed a Zoomatic Thread Tap
My sincere thanks for that invaluable source!
12 years agoNeed a Zoomatic Thread Tap
The Zoomatic uses reverse 10-32" threading. Both the rod and the receiver are probably stripped, at least enough so that the rod 'turns in place' and...
12 years agoIt's the show off your Ludwigs thread...post them if you've got them!
Just a few ...
12 years agotucking a calf head
The "rule of thumb" for sizing unmounted skin to tuck on a flesh hoop: The skin selected must be approximately 4 inches larger in diameter than the d...
12 years agotucking a calf head
Re: Has anyone here had success tucking hides onto metal hoops? Yes. I have many times removed the mylar from a worn modern plastic head in order t...
12 years agoDon Henley/Ludwig LOVE
There are many drummers considered a "drummers' drummer" renowned for their virtuosity, technical skills, and showmanship. I like to think that there...
12 years agoThe one snare I should buy,...
That finish is "Alice Cooper Blue" lacquer!
12 years agothe premier sound
I've owned quite a few vintage Premier kits. Of course, when describing and discussing "sounds" we're in a rather nebulous study hall, all opinions b...
12 years agoI got lucky with this one - Oyster pink Sling
That's one AWESOME drumkit!
12 years agoRogers Endorsers
Professional drummers are chosen for an endorsement agreement contract based on the principle that they serve the manufacturing company as 'high visib...
12 years agoMIJ Tension rod replacement
Excellent suggestion! Please do keep in mind that not all internal threaded nut receivers fit properly into the recessed spaces in all lugs. Some ar...
12 years agoCamco Question
I seem to recall that on my Camco mounts those wingscrews measured 1/4 - 20", but because there are many wing screws from other brands that look the s...
12 years agoweird french bass pedal?
Isn't that Jacques Capelle pedal the model which is designed to be left on the bass drum attached to both top and bottom hoops, so that the footboard...
12 years ago'78 Vistalites with a few Needs
Here's how I solved the identical problem on all of my vintage Ludwig tone controls made with round felt pads and round external tension knobs: 1) Use...
12 years ago