Hey - Newbie to the forum here. Just wanted to know if these Gibraltar spurs would be drop in replacements for an 80's MIJ Tama Swingstar - http://www.drumfactorydirect.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=5514
Product number is SC-BS2.
I can't get info on the diameter of these spurs (and don't know what size the original tama needed).
thanks
anyone? just want to know if that part will work.
thx
Welcome to the forum!
I don't have much experience with 80s Tama's, but my best guess is that if you're wanting to go with new replacement parts, this from Gibraltar is probably about as close as you're going to get. My experience is that you may have to reem to holes in the shell out a little, but these should cover.
No guarantees, however...
Have you tried/checked eBay for genuine replacement parts?
Bill
Welcome to the forum!I don't have much experience with 80s Tama's, but my best guess is that if you're wanting to go with new replacement parts, this from Gibraltar is probably about as close as you're going to get. My experience is that you may have to reem to holes in the shell out a little, but these should cover.No guarantees, however...Have you tried/checked eBay for genuine replacement parts?Bill
thanks bill. ya we ordered them so hopefully they work well. genuine replacements were like $50, so $23 sounded better for the gibraltars.
Hey - Newbie to the forum here. Just wanted to know if these Gibraltar spurs would be drop in replacements for an 80's MIJ Tama Swingstar - http://www.drumfactorydirect.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=5514Product number is SC-BS2.I can't get info on the diameter of these spurs (and don't know what size the original tama needed).thanks
Hello and Welcome to the forum!
Are you saying that your original brackets are still on the bass drum? If so, can you measure the opening for the spurs? I have a set of 80's-90's Superstar spurs, which measure about 12mm, or close to 7/16".
Also, check the following link... http://www.tamadrum.co.jp/world/parts/drum/page/spur.html As you scroll down the page, you'll find the spurs for the older Swingstar line, which is the D4 Spur. It does show as 12mm. My spur is the D2, which is a little shorter in length and also uses the large wing screw and rubber tip. There was an upgraded Swingstar, known as the DX series, that used these same wing screws and rubber tips.
I realize you just ordered some aftermarket spurs, but they might be too thin for your brackets.
Mark
Hello and Welcome to the forum!Are you saying that your original brackets are still on the bass drum? If so, can you measure the opening for the spurs? I have a set of 80's-90's Superstar spurs, which measure about 12mm, or close to 7/16". Also, check the following link... http://www.tamadrum.co.jp/world/parts/drum/page/spur.html As you scroll down the page, you'll find the spurs for the older Swingstar line, which is the D4 Spur. It does show as 12mm. My spur is the D2, which is a little shorter in length and also uses the large wing screw and rubber tip. There was an upgraded Swingstar, known as the DX series, that used these same wing screws and rubber tips. I realize you just ordered some aftermarket spurs, but they might be too thin for your brackets.Mark
Yep - the brackets are still on the bass drum. I figure that the actual spurs will prob be about the same size. If the spurs too big (diameter), I can try installing the Gibraltar brackets that come with the spurs on the drums. If the spurs are too small (diameter) then I can prob duct tape it to give it more girth or get a bigger wing screw.
I'm actually really a guitar player but played drums a little in junior high and high school (mostly in school concert band and marching band), but I've had a kit since I was 13 (I actually originally had a late 90's Pearl Forum, which I traded the shells for a small Tama kit with jazz size shells that was also low end, and then traded it again recently for the 80's Swingstar cos I started a punk/noise band). I guess what I'm trying to convey is that I'm not very specific about having the best drum gear as long as it does the job (and I like this kit cos it's nice and loud and boomy, which is perfect for my band).
thanks for the help guys.
Those Gibralters are definitly thinner than the Tama's ... and I'd steer clear of duct tape, it's a short term fix that ends up messy. I have a mid 80's swing star kit and I would agree they are near 12mm (hard to measure exactly without calipers and I don't have any).
If you're trying to pinch pennies it might be cheaper to buy a couple floor tom legs and cut them down ... you might even be able to find some in the junk box at a music store ... I know the drum shop near me has them.
Those Gibralters are definitly thinner than the Tama's ... and I'd steer clear of duct tape, it's a short term fix that ends up messy. I have a mid 80's swing star kit and I would agree they are near 12mm (hard to measure exactly without calipers and I don't have any). If you're trying to pinch pennies it might be cheaper to buy a couple floor tom legs and cut them down ... you might even be able to find some in the junk box at a music store ... I know the drum shop near me has them.
That's a bummer. I guess when our drummer gets the gibraltar's in, we'll see if they work or if their's a DIY fix before returning and either getting some correct replacements. Though I could also try putting on the hardware brackets onto the drum that come with the Gibraltar legs (though that might mean drilling new holes, but I don't really care cos it's not gonna effect the sound and those shells don't fetch more than $300 anyways). Tom leg idea seems pretty good too.
Well, if these were my Swingstars, I'd try to find the correct spurs, rather than replace the entire bracket. I've got the spurs if you're interested. Unfortunately, you've already ordered the Gibraltars, so see how they'll work for you.
Mark
