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13" snare to rack tom project
Mixed results after some sanding. I think I’ll try and find some stainable putty to blend in the repair then start the staining process.
5 years agoLudwig parts guys: what size drum would this fit???
Could that go on a Super Sensitive?
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
Here is the veneer patch after ironing it on to the drum. I’ll let it sit for a while then try to carefully start sanding it.
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
I’m trying something out to patch the area that lost it veneer. I found some iron on mahogany veneer so I trimmed away some more of the damaged...
5 years agoAny UK Gretsch Badge Grommet Stockists?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/7-16-3-Ply-shell-Brass-drum-Vent-Grommet-Fits-60-s-80-s-Ludwig-bass-tom-snare-/223584629685 Although the description says Lu...
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
Thanks J!m, Except for that one spot the veneer is in good shape. I’m thinking about some kind of filler or putty.
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
I didn’t look hard enough for this old thread so I started a new on yesterday. I do need to explore a putty or filler solution because the sandi...
5 years agoRogers Swivo matic bass drum pedal
Here’s the final result of the refurbishment. Thanks again to Bill Fulton for getting it cleaned up so well.
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
Hi Doug, Thanks, I think I’m leaning that way as well. Besides, it will save me close to $100 given the price of the badge, grommet, and grommet...
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
Thanks Doug, Any thoughts on changing the badge?
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
Here are a couple of better photos of my 6-1/2 by 14 Elkhart snare.
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
Here is a photo of the trial fit on the bass drum. I was lucky enough to find a really nice Ludwig tom mount on eBay that is perfect for this project...
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
Here are photos of the 9 x 13 future rack tom that is the subject of this thread. Thanks
5 years ago13" snare to rack tom project
I'm finally working on what I think will be the last drum for my very vintage Ludwig drum kit. I have previously shared photos of my 30's / 40's 6-1/...
5 years agoSuddenly Inherited Rogers Kit From Brother - Restoration!
Great story and great progress. All within 24 hours. Best of luck getting a good price for them.
5 years ago