Anybody know the exact grommit size I should use to re install badges on 60s slings?
grommits for 60s slings
I get the 7/16" from Precision drum.
There's also a place in Illinoi that has the exact Slingerland style grommet.
Maybe someone can help refresh my memory who the person is that has them.
“I did not trip and fall. I attacked the floor and I believe I am winning.”
Detroit drum exchange has them and the correct grommet tool to install them
I originally purchased mine from "Chicago Drum and Restoration" Here's the link...
http://www.chicagodrumandrestoration.com/products/slingerlandreproductiongrommets.html
They've now come down a bit in price, at about $4.50 each. Shipping used to be $15, but is now showing as $10 when I put my ZIP in. Precision Drum is also carrying both lengths, at around $6 each. Might even be less expensive for shipping.
Keep in mind that these grommets are aluminum and harder to flange over than the typical grommet. I purchased a tool specifically for these grommets, which is different from the other $40 tool that everyone talks about, but don't see them for sale any more on eBay.
Mark
I originally purchased mine from "Chicago Drum and Restoration" Here's the link...http://www.chicagodrumandrestoration.com/products/slingerlandreproductiongrommets.htmlThey've now come down a bit in price, at about $4.50 each. Shipping used to be $15, but is now showing as $10 when I put my ZIP in. Precision Drum is also carrying both lengths, at around $6 each. Might even be less expensive for shipping. Keep in mind that these grommets are aluminum and harder to flange over than the typical grommet. I purchased a tool specifically for these grommets, which is different from the other $40 tool that everyone talks about, but don't see them for sale any more on eBay.Mark
Oh Yeh, That's the place. Thanks
And yes, Get the tool Mark is talking about, It will save a lot of head scratching.
“I did not trip and fall. I attacked the floor and I believe I am winning.”
Thanks again everyone! Jim was a huge help at Chicago drum restoration and I appreciate the help.
Just heard back from my buddy, John. He still has 2 of the custom-made grommet tools. Each tool comes with 5 grommets, your choice of 3 or 5 ply. The cost is $75 plus shipping. John informs me that after these tools are gone, that will be it. I'll also post this under a separate topic.
Mark
awsome! How would I go about purchasing one? Thanks Mark.
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