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Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 10-31-2023, 02:03 PM
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Posted By Donovan Drums
Powder Coating on 1980s Acrolites

I have a question on the 1980s era Ludwig Acrolites. As I'm sure you know these were the rounded corner blue/olive badge days and they started using a powder-coating on the shells. The coating came...
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 06-29-2022, 08:29 AM
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Views: 815
Posted By Donovan Drums
Classic Nickel Lugs

I have what we believe to be a 1950s era 6-lug WFL 6.5x14" Supreme Concert Snare Drum.
It's in OK condition except that two of the Classic (bow-tie) lugs are broken.
Please see the attached photo...
Forum: Vintage Drums 06-20-2022, 01:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 970
Posted By Donovan Drums
Forum: Vintage Drums 06-20-2022, 11:53 AM
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Views: 970
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Forum: Vintage Drums 06-20-2022, 10:21 AM
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Views: 970
Posted By Donovan Drums
Roger's Superten Throw-off Question

I recently acquired a 1970s Big R 5x14" Roger's Superten snare drum.
My question is about the strainer that's on it.
I have attached a picture of it...is it an original?

I have an early 70s...
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 03-22-2022, 05:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,250
Posted By Donovan Drums
Super-Sensitive with Plating Issues

I have a 1965+/- Super-Sensitive that I purchase a few months ago.
In the process of cleaning it up, I discovered that the plating on the snare-side bearing edge is de-bonding from the aluminum.
I...
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 12-28-2021, 11:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,868
Posted By Donovan Drums
Re: 1964 Ludwig Pioneer

Good information. I have a Diplomat Fiberskyn batter head and a Diplomat Hazy snare side head on hand. I may give those a try.

Thank you!
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 12-28-2021, 09:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,868
Posted By Donovan Drums
1964 Ludwig Pioneer

Hi Folks!

Cleaning and upgrading a very nice '64 Pioneer over here.

Any Pioneer owners care to share their choices on heads and snares for these six lug babies?

Thanks!
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 10-14-2021, 09:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,486
Posted By Donovan Drums
Re: Super-Sensitive Snare Wires

Thanks for the pictures.
I'm going to get my original 10 wire adjustable set "re-wired".
I'll let you know how that turns out!
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 10-08-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,486
Posted By Donovan Drums
Re: Super-Sensitive Snare Wires

Thank you so much. This really helps.
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 10-05-2021, 03:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,486
Posted By Donovan Drums
Super-Sensitive Snare Wires

Hi Folks!

I recently was fortunate enough to "snare" a Ludwig Super-Sensitive snare drum.
According to the serial number it is a 1965 vintage.
It looks like the six remaining snare wires are...
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 07-06-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,460
Posted By Donovan Drums
Re: Supraphonic Corrosion Question

I'm thinking of using a super-fine sanding drum on my Dremel and just hit the worst areas lightly!

Thanks for the ideas guys. It's appreciated!
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 07-05-2021, 10:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,460
Posted By Donovan Drums
Re: Supraphonic Corrosion Question

Thanks Wayne.
I was wondering the effect of these barbs on the heads being drawn tightly against the bearing edge?
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 07-05-2021, 09:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,460
Posted By Donovan Drums
Supraphonic Corrosion Question

I recently picked up a 1971 Supraphonic. It's in overall very good condition with what I would say is minimal pitting on the shell.

My issue is with the areas of corrosion along the bearing edges...
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 02-08-2021, 03:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,132
Posted By Donovan Drums
Swivel Nuts to fit Ludwig LR-751 Snare Drum Lugs

Hi folks,

I am looking for at least one swivel nut to fit a lug on a LR-751 6.5x14" Ludwig Rocker snare drum.

I measure 7/8" in length and 9/32" outside diameter.

Please see attached photo....
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 08-12-2020, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,443
Posted By Donovan Drums
Re: Gretsch 4105 Throw-off Issues

All fixed. Thanks for all the insightful responses!
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 08-10-2020, 10:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,443
Posted By Donovan Drums
Gretsch 4105 Throw-off Issue

I have a mid-sixties Gretsch 4105 snare drum.

One of the rivets in the throw-off linkage has broken or worn out.
Is there a way to repair or replace these throw-offs? I sent a couple pictures...
Forum: General Drum Questions 06-01-2020, 11:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,821
Posted By Donovan Drums
Re: Case Recommendation for my Vintage Acrolite

Yeah, that's what I was hoping to find. Make it more period correct!
Thanks for the comments!!
Forum: General Drum Questions 05-29-2020, 01:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,821
Posted By Donovan Drums
Case Recommendation for my Vintage Acrolite

I need a recommendation for a hard case for my Keystone Badge Acrolite.
I seldom take it out of the house so it doesn't need to be a road case but I don't want a soft bag either.
Thanks!
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 02-12-2020, 11:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,559
Posted By Donovan Drums
Handle Needed for a Contura Case

I have a 70s era Contura case for my Acrolite.
I would like to replace the carry handle with a more trustworthy one.
Any ideas on sources for suitable handles is appreciated.
Thanks!
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 12-21-2019, 08:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,978
Posted By Donovan Drums
Dented Rogers Shell

I have a Rogers Dynasonic that has been damaged. There are three dents in the shell. The worst is at the throw off attachment, the other two are at lug locations. (Please see pictures.)

Is it...
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 11-30-2019, 09:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,850
Posted By Donovan Drums
Re: Removing Black Spots!

I don't know what caused them. They were on the drum when I bought it used.
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 11-30-2019, 04:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,850
Posted By Donovan Drums
Removing Black Spots!

I have a 90s era Rocker chrome over wood snare drum. I think it's an LR751.

I've got several black spots of varying sizes on the wrap (see pic).

Any suggestions on how to get those out? I've...
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 11-25-2019, 12:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,079
Posted By Donovan Drums
Re: Head Recommendations for 1958 WFL "Duco" Snare

Great suggestions! Thanks to one and all!
Forum: Restoring Vintage Drums 11-23-2019, 07:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,079
Posted By Donovan Drums
Head Recommendations for 1958 WFL "Duco" Snare

Looking for recommendations for batter and snare heads for a 5.5x14" '58 "Duco" snare drum.

Thanks!
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