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Can I use modern tension rods on a Slingerland kit?

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Hi Stu here I am cleaning my drums. I have some damages/ missing tension rods. Can I go to guitar center and get some replacements thanks, stu.

Posted on 12 years ago
#1
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Don't know about Guitar Centre, but if you are after originals they are always up on ebay. Jammin' Sam have a decent range of replacements.

Here's a link..

http://jamminsam.com/index.php/musical-drum-hardware/drum-tension-rods-and-claws/209-tension-rods.html

Cheers

'77 Slingerland 51N,Super Rock 24,18,14,13.. COW 8,10 Concert toms
'69 Slingerland Hollywood Ace
'75 Rogers Dynasonic 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'77-78 Slingerland 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'78-79 Slingerland 5 1/4 x14 8 lug COB
'79 Biman 5 1/4, Acrolite
'82 Slingerland 5 1/4 x 14. Festival COS
'84 Tama MasterCraft Superstar 6.5 x 14, 10 lug Rosewood
'98 Slingerland (Music YO) 6" 10 Lug Maple.. NOS
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Posted on 12 years ago
#2
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From stu_p

Hi Stu here I am cleaning my drums. I have some damages/ missing tension rods. Can I go to guitar center and get some replacements thanks, stu.

Yes, but you'll pay through the nose for them.

Try one of the supply houses.

Precision Drum

DrumFactory

Interstate

etc, etc.........Google up Drum Supplies to get a full list of providers

Kevin
Posted on 12 years ago
#3
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Yes you can. I still need 20-24 original tension rods. We bought our Grandson a pint size little kids Ludwig set for Christmas. It's actually a nice little kit. It came with some extra rods, washers and lug inserts. Made in China but they threaded right in the old Slingerland lugs on the kit fine. I'm going to check the local Guitar Center tomorrow and see if they sell them. As much as I dislike them they are the only game in town here. I need 8 for my floor tom and will use them until I can find the correct ones. Would be faster them ordering online for me at this point.

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 12 years ago
#4
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Kevin do you know how much GC charges? They are like 50 cents each with washer online @ drumfactorydirect.

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 12 years ago
#5
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I went into a guitar center and your right there really expensive. I will try the drum supplier rout thanks gents!

Posted on 12 years ago
#6
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From FFR428

Kevin do you know how much GC charges? They are like 50 cents each with washer online @ drumfactorydirect.

Plus 1 on DFD, Matt is a great guy to deal with & they ship fast. Just get some cheap replacements for the time being to get the kit up & running. You can find the real deal slowly as they become available at a reasonable price.

"Play the drum...don't let it play you" - Max Roach

1968, 1974 & 1984 Rogers Dyna•Sonic COB
1971, 1976 Slingerland GK Sound King
1973 Slingerland Festival
1920's-40's Slingerland (US Military) Field Snares (6)
19?- Ludwig Field Snare (US Marines)
1960's Premier Gold Glitter Student Snare kit
1960's-? MIJ Snares (way-way too many)
Posted on 12 years ago
#7
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From FFR428

Kevin do you know how much GC charges? They are like 50 cents each with washer online @ drumfactorydirect.

Looks like $4.99 plus tax for six.

Kevin
Posted on 12 years ago
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From kevins

Looks like $4.99 plus tax for six.

Good to know thanks! I couldn't find them.

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 12 years ago
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