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MIJ Star restoration

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Hello folks,

I've been at this kit for awhile. I bought the drums online in 2013 and started gathering the needed parts almost immediately. Then life got in the way, as it often does. Well, I'm back at it and am finally taking on the work of the actual restoration and am nearly done with the hunting and gathering phase.

I still need a couple of parts but that's not stopping me now.

Here you'll see that I've disassembled the floor tom and have begun cleaning up the shell and the hardware. I may take to repainting the interior as there is some slight water damage. The drum was super filthy as you may be able to tell from the photo.

btw - Anyone know what this wrap is called?

-Doug

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late 60s Ludwig Standard kit (blue strata)
late 60s Star kit (red satin)
Tama Rockstar Custom
a few snares ...
Posted on 7 years ago
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The 924 lug casings are in decent shape and have shined up nicely. Several of these were missing and were procured from members here - thanks again you guys.

-Doug

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late 60s Ludwig Standard kit (blue strata)
late 60s Star kit (red satin)
Tama Rockstar Custom
a few snares ...
Posted on 7 years ago
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The wrap is called red satin flame (I think). Red satin swirl? Check with Precision or other manufactures. I'm sure it is still being made.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 7 years ago
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Hey Brian - Yes! Red Satin Flame. $93 bux a sheet at Precision. I'll not be rewrapping at this time but it's nice to know it's out there. If I did rewrap I think I'd go with Marmalade as I'm a sucker for orange. Golly that's a beautiful wrap. Thanks!

-Doug

late 60s Ludwig Standard kit (blue strata)
late 60s Star kit (red satin)
Tama Rockstar Custom
a few snares ...
Posted on 7 years ago
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Hey, Doug!

Glad to help! I've been restoring these old Stars for years and love the process. My kit is listed in Ralf's site as well as our own picture section under "Vintage Stars in Turquoise sparkle" (or something like that). I'm pretty sure that Krylon gray undercoating is very near the grey interior paint if you're thinking of re-painting. Also, are you okay with hardware? I may be able to help. Best of luck, Doug. Please keep me informed of your progress!

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 7 years ago
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Hello Doug......Let me know when those parts arrive. That kit of yours gonna look great.....sean

Posted on 7 years ago
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Will do Sean. I'm on the edge of my seat!

-Doug

late 60s Ludwig Standard kit (blue strata)
late 60s Star kit (red satin)
Tama Rockstar Custom
a few snares ...
Posted on 7 years ago
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Hahahahahah i last checked the shipment was in New York......sean..ps All the parts i have shipped are the best i have. They will make your kit look fab.

Posted on 7 years ago
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Got your message, Doug. I'm more than happy to help if I can! Get back to you after a search of my stash!

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 7 years ago
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From salty 1322

Hey, Doug! Glad to help! I've been restoring these old Stars for years and love the process. My kit is listed in Ralf's site as well as our own picture section under "Vintage Stars in Turquoise sparkle" (or something like that). I'm pretty sure that Krylon gray undercoating is very near the grey interior paint if you're thinking of re-painting. Also, are you okay with hardware? I may be able to help. Best of luck, Doug. Please keep me informed of your progress! Brian

Or you could use that special grey Galvanized steel paint (like Gretsch uses) also cheap and available at any hardware store.:D

Keep fixing them up...
Posted on 7 years ago
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