thanks Jonni, that's a good idea. This one may keep me busy for a while

OK, so i got the drums and I'm pleased to say that apart from the wrap they are in pretty good shape. No extra holes, edges all good and most parts are present. Only missing items are BD spurs and the plastic damper knobs/switches (surprise, surprise). The tom arms off the BD rail appear to have been messed with too. Nothing too bad though. The chrome is pitted but will come up ok, all hoops are present and most of the original heads too, even all the badges are accounted for. The old Premier hihat and cymbal stand are a real bonus and in good shape.

So now to look at rewrapping options.

Morning, Andrew!

I just keep comong back to look at your drums. Did you acquire the original foot pedal when you bought the drums? When I got mine, the original owner told me that he had purchased them in '71 or'72. My foot pedal was stamped "Imperial Star". It is quite sturdy and well- designed. I actually prefer it to a Ludwig Speed King I bought recently. Just curious.

Your kit is going to be beautiful!

Brian

Hi Brian

No it didn't come with any hardware except the Premier stands. I had another Star kit that came with an imperial Star pedal (see pics). I still have it somewhere. The kit went to a friend. They are good pedals. I use an 80's Tama BD pedal and hihat stand as part of my main gigging set up and have been for nearly 20 years. They are super reliable

I am waiting, with cheap wood baited breath, 3 plies worth, to see if you decide to do the veneer. It's really no more difficult than a glued on wrap, just a little more tedious. If you decide to use the kewazinga, don't forget the "softener" or it will split. Kewazinga (bubinga) is one of only a handful of veneers that MUST be moistened while working. I am not a fan of contact cement as you must be perfect or you just wasted tat piece of wood.

See this link for more info on how to do it...actually, read this site and ask questions of them.

http://www.joewoodworker.com/veneering/veneering-myths.htm

Jonni, I've actually decided to go with a more classic look at a bargain price. Well I'm at least going to experiment with the 13" tom 1st.

The material is a vinyl that is used for upholstery and is only $15 a metre x 1.5 metres wide, so the whole kit will cost around $30 to cover. It's a bit thicker than normal drum wrap but apparently it'll take remo heads when on.

I saw the material in a local shop and then went online to see if anyone had done it before. I found this great thread on another forum. If you read further through the comments he gives updates. I think he may be a forumite here too. http://www.pearldrummersforum.com/showthread.php?242031-Re-Wrapping-my-1970-s-Pearl-Fiberglass-Kit-for-45-PICS!

Here's a pic of the material loosely taped to my 13" to get an idea.

Thanks, Andrew for responding to my questions! I agree with you completely concerning the foot pedal qualities. Best of luck in whatever you decide to do regarding re-wrapping. I'm sure tey will be beautiful upon completion.

Brian

Hey Jonni. how thick is that veneer?

I think it's .040 ish. You can email them and they can give you specs. Each is different.

does this material have a brand name? would'nt mind wrapping some orphan drums on the cheap, not a lot wraps available here in oz.