long time reader, first time poster.
i happened upon a set of matching numbers big beat c patterns today from the original owner. they have the original heads even, but were played quite a bit. they really need a resto and i could use some knowledge here
first and foremost; the snare has a clean split down the seam. i have read there are substances that can melt or bond the seam back together but i would like as many suggestions and pointers as possible as i dont want to mess this up
the badges; a few have come loose and curled a bit in places. not completely folded, but creased. and suggestions on straightening them out without removing? also, i believe the were glued down originally, anything specific to use here?
cymbals; the cymbals that came with the set i believe to be 70s era paiste 2002s. good cymbals. however the jackass at some point in his career thought it would be snazzy to paint the top of a set of 14 inch sound edges with his band logo. and there is all kinds of crap on the 18 from paint to.. stickers? any way i can get this crap off without harming the cymbals or stamps?
any guidance here would be appreciated. i have experience in taking scratches out of vistalites as i have a couple sets. however this is my first full on restore.
thanks
mark