Radio King Aficionados/friends of the Clamshell . . . . I need your help!
I just picked up a 1958 Slingerland Radio King with Clamshell strainer in red sparkle wrap.
The arm is broken off (bought it that way). Also, there is a minor dent on the first ridge of the strainer by the pivot point/middle (for lack of better description) Appears to be cosmetic.
My first question is how easy or difficult is it to replace the arm? I know where to source the repro part.
Secondly, would you recommend replacing the whole strainer because of the slight dent. It doesn't bother me aesthetically, as I will be playing the drum, etc. Just wondering if the dent impairs, in any way the strainer function.
I very much would love to restore this drum to its former glory.
Thanks in advance.
Max
PS. Sorry if this has been covered before. I could not find it with the search function.