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Early 70's Ludwig Bearing Edge Repair

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Hello all!

Hopefully I can get some insight on this one...

I just picked up a 20/12/14 early 70's champagne sparkle with a downbeat snare and 60's Zildjian As. When I was taking a look at the bearing edges I noticed this issue (See picture link) on the floor tom and the rack tom. Other than that everything was in immaculate shape so I pulled the trigger.

PICTURE: http://imgur.com/oZvmtVW

Now my question is SHOULD I fix the bearing edges and if so how? I was reading through other threads looking for similar problems/solutions and it looks like wood putty might be one way to go. The other thing to consider is I am looking to resell the kit so I'm not sure if that will affect fixing vs not fixing.

Thanks!

-Ryan

Posted on 10 years ago
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Chances are that it came that way to reduce that famous Ludwig hump, if you mean the re-ring joint. If it`s not separating or loose, I would leave it.

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 10 years ago
#2
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Excuse the ignorance, but what exactly is the "Ludwig hump"?

Posted on 10 years ago
#3
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From tama1310707

Excuse the ignorance, but what exactly is the "Ludwig hump"?

I believe he is referring to where the wrap was tucked into the seem of the shell causing it to "hump up" a bit.

Posted on 10 years ago
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From ec_curtis

I believe he is referring to where the wrap was tucked into the seem of the shell causing it to "hump up" a bit.

Yes, that`s the big hump. You also get a hump when your re-rings are not perfectly done.

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 10 years ago
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From OddBall

Yes, that`s the big hump. You also get a hump when your re-rings are not perfectly done.

Ah yes I see! These don't have a wrap in the seem it appears either does it? If the rings and shell are solid and the drums sound good I wouldn't touch them either.

Posted on 10 years ago
#6
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Alright well correct me if I should move this to a new thread then...But does it hurt the value of the drums significantly?

I'm not a jazz player and prefer 22/13/16 or even a 24, so like I mentioned before I'm looking to resell. Everything I've had in my possession so far hasn't had a bearing edge issue like this, so it's new territory for me.

Posted on 10 years ago
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From tama1310707

Alright well correct me if I should move this to a new thread then...But does it hurt the value of the drums significantly? I'm not a jazz player and prefer 22/13/16 or even a 24, so like I mentioned before I'm looking to resell. Everything I've had in my possession so far hasn't had a bearing edge issue like this, so it's new territory for me.

Look at it this way,....If you see repair, you think less value and low ball.

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 10 years ago
#8
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Leave the drums be and sell as is. Most collectors want them that way and the finish and sizes you have are popular.

Manny

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L.A. Camco 12 14 18 Moss Green
Gretsch Round Badge 12 14 18 w/snare Champagne
Gretsch Round Badge 12 14 20 w/snare Burgundy

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Posted on 10 years ago
#9
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Alright thanks everyone! I'm going to take this to another thread for selling/value info.

I really do appreciate the input!

Posted on 10 years ago
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