I have done a few searches here on "how to's" on wrapping drums. Does anyone have a link or book suggestion on this topic? My searches have been hit or miss on the topic. How do you finish the wrap at bearing edges? Is it trimmed to size first or cut after? Also tape vs glue? And how about the end seams? Are some shells tapered where the wrap starts and finishes to leave and somewhat level surface?
Also as far as wraps themselves who sells the material and is there one brand or type that is better than others? And who to buy from? Lets use White Marine Pearl as a guide as it's the wrap I favor the most. How do you determine how much wrap you need for say each 22-24" bass, 12-13" toms and 16-18" floor toms? I know each company had different types of pearl wraps over the years. But is there different types of WMP wrap sold for 50's-60's-70's drums? Lets say Slingerland as the drum brand? And how about the total cost of the wrap material in (ball park figures are fine) for say a 24-12-13-16" drums?
Seeing all the beautiful restoration work everyone does here is very inspiring. My hats off to you that make it look so easy. The reality for me is finding a good set of Slingerland shells that are mis matched, painted or have wrap in very bad condition. And make something that's a nice players set for me. As I continue the look for something affordable I see bare wood sets and shells come up for sale from time to time that I can afford. And this gets me thinking. Is this something the average guy can do at home? My son builds custom guitars and does guitar repair and restoration for a living. So I have access to a pretty well stocked shop and tools. And I'm handy with tools and know how to use them. I think it would be a fun project to take on.
Thanks, Glenn.