Only Admins can see this message.
Data Transition still in progress. Some functionality may be limited until the process is complete.
Processing Attachment, Gallery - 134.07098%

Cleaning Rusty Parts w/Walnuts & Polish!

Loading...

Is it easy to set up and use? Even for someone who doesn't normally work with "machinery?"

Posted on 11 years ago
#21
Loading...

Jag - I'll try it! I'll let you know how it works out.

Curtis - Easy as pie! Fill the bucket with crushed walnut medium as recommended, add half a teaspoon of white polishing powder, (Rouge) add your parts, flip the on-switch! Two hours later... clean parts!

nopork - I only filled it half-way and it worked just fine, like you said, not a whole lot of small parts going in so I was able to re-use the first batch twice. I'm going to go for three uses before I dump it. It's economical to use from what I can see. The 25 lb. box of media I bought should last me awhile.

Batterhead - thanks for the link! Some nice machines there.

John

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 11 years ago
#22
Loading...

Oh, one more tip.

Toss in a used dryer sheet, and it will pick up alot of the dust and debris generated during the process, extending the life of the media.

Posted on 11 years ago
#23
Loading...

Another tip:

Had trouble with the T-rods getting stuck against the wall of the tumble. Lug springs get tangled together. This solves both issues.

Good tip on the dryer sheet. Thanks!

I go with 3/4" full and three uses on the walnut shells.

Creighton

1 attachments
Nothing special here but I like them.
Posted on 11 years ago
#24
Posts: 1017 Threads: 349
Loading...

Hey, John -- in your first post you mentioned that there was a smaller version. I searched the HF site and couldn't find one. I'm doing just a bit of restoration these days, but one of these would be great for the smaller bit from Ludwig, Swivo, etc pedals and hi hats.

Any tips?

And Curtis - any interest in going in on one of these together??

Posted on 11 years ago
#25
Loading...

From bfulton

Hey, John -- in your first post you mentioned that there was a smaller version. I searched the HF site and couldn't find one. I'm doing just a bit of restoration these days, but one of these would be great for the smaller bit from Ludwig, Swivo, etc pedals and hi hats.Any tips?And Curtis - any interest in going in on one of these together??

They make a smaller version of mine (5 lb. tub) for $60.00!

http://www.harborfreight.com/5-lb-metal-vibrator-tumbler-67617.html

This one is more practical for guys who don't refinish enough drums each year to justify buying the big one. Great tool.

Creighton/Batterhead - Great tips guys! Thank you...

John

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 11 years ago
#26
Loading...

great scott, this may change my life. I have two kits and several snares and many parts waiting to be cleaned, dreading sitting for hours with a sore thumb cleaning parts!

Posted on 11 years ago
#27
Loading...

From tillerva

great scott, this may change my life. I have two kits and several snares and many parts waiting to be cleaned, dreading sitting for hours with a sore thumb cleaning parts!

I was chatting the other day with a drum repairer about this very fact. We called it "the un-fun" part. Of course in Australia, these are not common machines.

Can I ask - does it have the capacity to damage chrome? I mean if you follow the instructions as to the operation?

Also this is kind of interesting . . .[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UetR2wf0jcQ[/ame]

Home Of The Trout
YouTube Channel
Posted on 11 years ago
#28
Loading...

> - does it have the capacity to damage chrome?

Yes! Depending on a couple of factors; how abrasive the media is, how long you tumble the metal parts, and how many parts you run at a time, etc. I have run several chrome parts using the walnut media for two-hours at a time. No damage to the chrome. If you run the machine longer, say 6 or 12 hours, I think even something as fine as crushed walnuts would dull or damage the chrome. I believe it's a matter of run time and the coarseness of the media used.

Excellent question! If I ever notice damage, or dulling, of chrome parts from using my machine, I'll let you know. So far, so good though.

John

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 11 years ago
#29
Loading...

just looked on cabela's website and they have several models, including an 18". I think the top is smaller but may be able to get at least some hoops in there.

PLUS, just ordered a Lyman 1200 Pro Tumbler, $66, and going to get some reptile bedding aka walnut shells. Researching the ammo reloading folks was helpful!

I'm sure you could find these in Australia.

Posted on 11 years ago
#30
  • Share
  • Report
Action Another action Something else here