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Cleaning up bearing edges
I find that 220 grit really smoothes out bearing edges and cleans them up, but doesn't alter them as far as angle or cut. I haven't used anything coa...
5 years agoTwo-Ludwig 1123-1 "Spur Lock" Hi-Hat Stands-70's/80's Wide Base Model
Greetings, Both are exactly the same are in outstanding condition with great action. I thoroughly cleaned and re-lubricated them. Both include orig...
5 years agoSlingerland Dynamo Hi-Hat Stand-Model 806
Greetings, Excellent condition stand. Has great action. As far as I can tell, everything is factory except for: 1. Non-original clutch 2. Non-orig...
5 years agoDifferences in Ludwig Atlas Stand Models?
Greetings, I have two types of vintage Ludwig Atlas cymbal stands. I'm not sure of the model or terminology, so please forgive me if these questions...
5 years agoIs this an "Official" Slingerland part?
Thanks leedy. That's a great story. However, I still need an answer to my initial question. Do any Slingerland fans know for sure if that part is c...
5 years agoIs this an "Official" Slingerland part?
Hey everyone, Quick (and probably dumb) question: Is the first photo attached an "official" Slingerland middle section for a flat base cymbal stand?...
5 years agoTama/Camco Pedal
What's wrong with the old ones? They are easy to remove, re-lubricate, and put back in. Are they damaged? You should be able to replace them yourse...
5 years agoCraigslist In Your Area-What's the vibe?
I'm not a social media user, so I don't use or look at Facebook Marketplace. I browse Craigslist daily and wanted to hear some opinions about what yo...
5 years agoGot a rare Orange Trident kit (by Capelle)
Great score! I thought you said it was orange. It looks black to me......................Laughing H That snare..................first, I read it as...
5 years agoWhat did I just buy?!!! MIJ or Ludwig?!!
Good luck Mark! I can't wait to see what's hiding under there. You deserve a good score like this!
5 years agoVintage Ludwig Stand Rivets
In the past I've used small screws with stop/lock nuts (the ones with the nylon insert) with nylon washers/bushings in between to avoid metal to metal...
5 years agoAitwood Andersen (good source for cheap wood hoops) has closed their doors...........
Greetings, I learned about Aitwood Andersen from this very forum and I know many of you used them in the past. A great source for very affordably pr...
5 years agoPrice shaming
This is an interesting thread! I've noticed this trend too. I think a lot of stems from people wanting things for as cheap as possible. I listed so...
5 years agoseafoam green drum wrap???
Not that I am aware of. Walopus might be able to make it for you. I would just paint them Seafoam Green and use a clear lacquer over them.
5 years agoRemoving rust stains from white interior of vintage Ludwig
I would just lightly clean those spots and then just leave them as is. Personally, I would just get new, slightly larger washers to cover up the rust...
5 years ago