Search
Register
Only Admins can see this message.
Data Transition still in progress. Some functionality may be limited until the process is complete.
Processing Attachment, Gallery - 129.26096%

Drum Restoration Tools

Posts: 2237 Threads: 272

When I 1st took my vintage drums outta the closet, thanks to my G/F suggesting I set one up n the livin' room, I set em up in the livin' room, and found this forum. I started restoring drums with gusto! lol I drug out some tools. and got some cool shelves from sams on wheels, My snap-on 1/4" Socket set and ratchet was one of em. THe ratchet was missing and a 14mm short socket missin'. Snap-on man came by today and sold me another one. List price was $60, he sold it to me for $40 cash(you can go broke savin' money!). I paid him and left, my employees holler'n' " why dont we get those deals?!" lol

I got my ratchet, even though I know the other one is here somewhere! It's in the set now. Is this boreing?

If so , sorry

2 attachments
IMG_3133.JPG
120.8 kB
IMG_3134.JPG
131.8 kB
1960's SONOR 12-16-20-14 blue slate pearl
1968 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-14Sky blue P
1972 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-14BlueVistalite
1972 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-(14 impostor)BlackPanther "SOLD"
1964 Ludwig Oyster Black Pearl 22-12-13-16-14Supra "SOLD"
1969 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-14 Citrus Mod "SOLD"
1969 LUDWIG Sexto-Plus 8-1 0-12-13-14-15-16-20-20-14 Silver Sparkle
60's Majestic Delux 12-13-16-22-14 red pearl
2009 Homemade Kids 8-10-13-16-12 Orange Sparkle
24 kits, 80 Snares, 65 Cymbals
Don't tell my wife!
Posted on 15 years ago
#1
Posts: 202 Threads: 3

General Q to the forum: what is your MOST cherished restoration tool ?guitar3

Posted on 15 years ago
#2
Posts: 1064 Threads: 152

Your hands.


Recent Purchases
-1961 SBP Pioneer Snare Drum
-1962 SBP Super Classic w/ Matching COB Supra

Working On
-1963 Red Sparkle Hollywood w/ matching Super Classic Snare

Recently Completed
-1964 WMP Super Classic
Posted on 15 years ago
#3
Posts: 1064 Threads: 152

For me it's a drill. For scratches in finishes I use q-tips and a drill to take them out.


Recent Purchases
-1961 SBP Pioneer Snare Drum
-1962 SBP Super Classic w/ Matching COB Supra

Working On
-1963 Red Sparkle Hollywood w/ matching Super Classic Snare

Recently Completed
-1964 WMP Super Classic
Posted on 15 years ago
#4
Posts: 3972 Threads: 180

My son. He does the boring stuff so I can play. :D Seriously, I couldn't do this without my electric screwdriver. I couldn't imagine doing all those mounts and lugs without it. I would have Popeye wrists and forearms. Love that silly cheap tool.

Posted on 15 years ago
#5
Posts: 2237 Threads: 272

I have to agree with Mcjnic. My little cordless screw gun I got at Sam's for $22, and of course my drill bit drum key, and screw bit set and 1/4" socket adaptor.

From mcjnic

My son. He does the boring stuff so I can play. :D Seriously, I couldn't do this without my electric screwdriver. I couldn't imagine doing all those mounts and lugs without it. I would have Popeye wrists and forearms. Love that silly cheap tool.

1 attachments
IMG_3148.JPG
111.8 kB
1960's SONOR 12-16-20-14 blue slate pearl
1968 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-14Sky blue P
1972 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-14BlueVistalite
1972 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-(14 impostor)BlackPanther "SOLD"
1964 Ludwig Oyster Black Pearl 22-12-13-16-14Supra "SOLD"
1969 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-14 Citrus Mod "SOLD"
1969 LUDWIG Sexto-Plus 8-1 0-12-13-14-15-16-20-20-14 Silver Sparkle
60's Majestic Delux 12-13-16-22-14 red pearl
2009 Homemade Kids 8-10-13-16-12 Orange Sparkle
24 kits, 80 Snares, 65 Cymbals
Don't tell my wife!
Posted on 15 years ago
#6
Posts: 776 Threads: 114

Nutdrivers. I don't use a drill on them for fear of tearing something up!

Anybody wanna arm wrestle hahaha? Laughing H

Posted on 15 years ago
#7
Posts: 4009 Threads: 209

The greatest restoration tool is your wallet. Whitout it, restoration is not possible...LOL!

Posted on 15 years ago
#8
Posts: 215 Threads: 32

My ratcheting screwdriver and a large set of bits - I can usually disassemble and reassemble an entire drum with it.

If insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results, is it insane to practice?
Posted on 15 years ago
#9
Posts: 3972 Threads: 180

From Ludwig-dude

The greatest restoration tool is your wallet. Whitout it, restoration is not possible...LOL!

That's why wives have a purse. My wallet goes empty from time to time, but the wifey purse stays nice and fat for me. SWEET!!!!Kiss

Posted on 15 years ago
#10
  • Share
  • Report
Action Another action
Something else here