Congrats John! Gary N gave me a heads up on your thread so I am late to the party. Guess I need to read the restoration section from time to time.
You are doing right by the kit. Not sure what gave the 13 a bumpy texture, but go with it. Did the other drums come out nice and smooth? BTW - the textured Rogers wraps were only on the glass sparkle finishes, not MG. No glass in that finish. You will love the way it sounds with those desirable early 3 ply shells. Careful when replacing the lugs. They are probably the first gen beavertails with the thin walls on the screw receivers.
Can't wait to see the finished project. Set it up and use her for your home kit and enjoy!
Here's my 20,12,16 bvtl mardi kit to help inspire you to keep moving (or to make you even more anxious about getting the finished result).....
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