Awesome kit...I wonder if the snare is actually not original to the kit, or if the original beavertails were just replaced. I would have expected those lugs to be beavertails based on the rest of the hardware on that snare.
Basically...you have to take the entire kit apart; take off all hardware...lugs, t-rods, hoops, mufflers.
Check the internal springs of the lug casings; if they are rusted or full of coccoons, clean 'em up.
Small rusted elements: 2 days soaking, submerged in Dawn dishwashing liquid; followed by a soft-toothbrush scrub under warm water, a thorough dry (I use a hairdryer) and then a rubbing in some WD40 applied on a cloth.
Wraps: clean up with a mild cleaner. Method brand wipes (like wet wipes but not environmentally toxic and not containing bleach) is my number one choice for this. They are easy to use, don't get too wet, and they take off dirt well. After a thorough cleaning, use a car vinyl upholstery spray on them. This will return some of the shine.
Lugs and hoops: NeverDull, then follow the initial wipe-down with another wipe down using paper towels the next day, since the initial application leaves a film which should be removed later.
Question then is, what do you do with what I assume is that big hole in the bass drum ?
He won't sell the tom for $500. Although, I would argue that your kit doesn't need the other tom; it's a beauty of a 4 piece. So after the auction expires, contact the seller and try to talk him into a relist with a more realistic pricetag.
Congratulations ! Very nice !!!Cool1
BTW, I have some old RK bass drum clip-on spurs, nickel, if you need those for the bass. PM me.
