Search
Register
Only Admins can see this message.
Data Transition still in progress. Some functionality may be limited until the process is complete.
Processing Attachment, Gallery - 126.25470%

Star snare drum - MIJ - rubber grommet issue

Posts: 407 Threads: 27

Hello fellows -

I recently acquired a Star "Made in Japan" snare that will complete my Star kit restore. I have disassembled the snare and have found behind the washers of the lugs, there is what I think was a rubber grommet. Of course, being a vintage drum, these are all dried out. No problem, I thought they would come off with a little force of the fingernail. Nope. I soaked the drum in warm water and a little Dawn. It softened the area around the washers but the dried bit is still holding the washer on. And it's leaving a residue that is unsightly. Any ideas on how to remove this? I tried to pry off with a flathead screwdriver but was afraid to apply too much force for fear of scraping up the interior of the drum. See pictures for a better explanation. Thanks for any hints.

-Doug

1 attachments
IMG_1985.jpg
103.7 kB
late 60s Ludwig Standard kit (blue strata)
late 60s Star kit (red satin)
Tama Rockstar Custom
a few snares ...
Posted on 7 years ago
#1
Posts: 407 Threads: 27

The drum I'm talking about...

1 attachments
IMG_1978.jpg
82.2 kB
late 60s Ludwig Standard kit (blue strata)
late 60s Star kit (red satin)
Tama Rockstar Custom
a few snares ...
Posted on 7 years ago
#2
Posts: 2241 Threads: 379

Hey, Doug, as you know, I have had a little experience in these old Stars! You were really wise Not to use the screw driver. No matter how careful you are, it will slip and scratch! Try soaking the dried up old washers with a good spray of WD-40 . Even machine oil overnight. Age cracks and dries these old washers beyond repair. That's okay. They can be replaced if necessary. I hope this may help.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 7 years ago
#3
Posts: 407 Threads: 27

Try soaking the dried up old washers with a good spray of WD-40

Brian - thanks, I will give this a try and report back! Can you still acquire these old rubber washer thingies?

-Doug

late 60s Ludwig Standard kit (blue strata)
late 60s Star kit (red satin)
Tama Rockstar Custom
a few snares ...
Posted on 7 years ago
#4
Posts: 6523 Threads: 37

That looks like neoprene, a form of uncured rubber. yes WD-40 will cut it, so will gasoline.

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

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 7 years ago
#5
Posts: 2241 Threads: 379

From shortyedwards

Try soaking the dried up old washers with a good spray of WD-40Brian - thanks, I will give this a try and report back! Can you still acquire these old rubber washer thingies?-Doug

I doubt very much if they can be purchased, Doug. I can't remember but, I think I may have used t-rod nylon washers as replacements. I'm not sure if they are wide enough though. Your local hardware store might be a source.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 7 years ago
#6
Posts: 5227 Threads: 555

WD-40 will do the job.As far as the washers at OCDP we used metel washerd that had rubber washer backing..You could get these at any good nut bolt washer place....M

Posted on 7 years ago
#7
Posts: 1427 Threads: 66

Yeah Mike- I think they are gasket washers or something.

You could also contact someone like Anchor Rubber Products. There is one in CT near where the drum show is. They can get all sorts of rubber stuff but also custom cut the right size washers from the correct rubber (or a modern improved one). I have a contact there as they make stuff for us. Let me know if interested.

Cobalt Blue Yamaha Recording Custom 20b-22b-8-10-12-13-15-16f-18f
Red Ripple '70's Yamaha D-20 20b-12-14f
Piano Black Yamaha Recording Custom Be-Bop kit 18b-10-14f
Snares:
Yamaha COS SDM5; Yamaha Cobalt Blue RC 5-1/2x14; Gretsch round badge WMP; 1972 Ludwig Acrolite; 1978 Ludwig Super Sensitive; Cobalt Blue one-off Montineri; Yamaha Musashi 6.5X13 Oak; cheap 3.5X13 brass piccolo
Posted on 7 years ago
#8
Posts: 1244 Threads: 204

Sealing washers...not sure why they were used on the drum. Used mostly for roofing or siding to seal out moisture I believe.

Posted on 7 years ago
#9
Posts: 407 Threads: 27

The WD40 soak didn't work - still stuck on the drum. So, I guess I'll try and pick off the remains and reassemble.

-Doug

late 60s Ludwig Standard kit (blue strata)
late 60s Star kit (red satin)
Tama Rockstar Custom
a few snares ...
Posted on 7 years ago
#10
  • Share
  • Report
Action Another action
Something else here