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New w Question regarding early ludwig snare
I agree with snaremania. There are discussion threads here about what really "patina" vs what is just neglect. I think (?) the consensus is that rust...
14 years agoLudwig 1948? Strainer Questions
You're missing more than just the slider. The upper ball shaped part that holds the snare adjusting screw (strainer) is also missing. It clips (or is...
14 years agoShipping Damage!
Appears that it was not properly packaged by the seller so certainly some sort of reimbursement is justified. How much hassle it will be and what succ...
14 years agoWhat is YOUR Top 10 Drummer's List of All Time
Well, ten that come immediately to mind: > Buddy Rich (THE Greatest Ever) > Louie Bellson > Sonny Payne (Most Entertaining) > Jeff Hamilton > Gene Kr...
14 years agoWhite paint inside old Ludwigs
See: http://www.vintagedrumguide.com/painting_shell_interiors.html If you're just touching up, not totally repainting, the color listed in the link m...
14 years agoSupra Cleaning - Quick Question
MountainHick, that's extremely good advice, especially if the factory really messed up the threads. I have used both techiques, i.e., force it, or re-...
14 years agoSupra Cleaning - Quick Question
SD75 is correct. Certainly a drop of machine oil, or WD40, helps the "cylindrical thing" reshape the fouled threads as you screw it off. When reassemb...
14 years agoLate 50's WFL restoration
Looks great...in any case you need to put on a coat of chrome polish (or car wax) to protect the finish and preserve the shine.
14 years agoEconomy Sizzle
Well, it ain't pretty, but I would imagine that it produces an interesting sizzle sound and would certainly work in a pinch. I think I'll try it.
14 years agoDrum Throne
Well, my "boys" have never complained so I guess they are happy with the Roc N Soc. They certainly don't get as sweaty as they did with my old round t...
14 years agoDrum Throne
I had the same problem...got the Roc n Soc throne and the situation is much better. I do wish I had gotten the back rest too. Maybe soon.
14 years agoFavorite and Least Favorite Finishes
Well, I like my Gold Sparkle kit (I must, I've had it 48 years). However, Gold Sparkle can look pretty pitiful if it's faded badly...fortunately mine...
14 years agoOriginality of Ludwig Wrap
I can't imagine any way that a rewrap could be laminated into the plys of the shell as it was by the factory without obvious damage to the last ply an...
14 years agoLudwig Blue Vistalite
A Blue Vistalite kit is something that I absolutely do not NEED, but that I really, really want! Call me envious.
14 years ago1964 Ludwig Gold Sparlke
Gold Sparkle Ludwig ride toms do come up on ebay occasionally, just takes patience...then, of course, it has to be the type of mount you want to use....
14 years ago