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A question of value...
I decided to go with a temporary fix. Since the split parts lined up with each other, I cut one side off in a straight line, under a lug. Then I cut p...
11 years agoAnybody used this cheap ebay wrap?
Yes, but again, way more flexible.
11 years agoAnybody used this cheap ebay wrap?
It did for me. I actually had repaired some damaged spots where a previous owner had removed wrap that was between the plys, and you can't tell lookin...
11 years agoAnybody used this cheap ebay wrap?
Taped. If you have him cut it (for free), he puts adhesive just on the ends, with a peel-off strip covering it. He also provides grommets for free if...
11 years agoAnybody used this cheap ebay wrap?
It is VERY flexible, soft, stretchy stuff. Not at all stiff or hard. I probably wouldn't use it for a good kit, but for these orphans, it worked great...
11 years agoAnybody used this cheap ebay wrap?
I just wrapped a kit with it 2 days ago. It was surprisingly easy, once you get the method down (making sure it is tight and straight). The guy who ha...
11 years agoA question of value...
From tnsquint...
11 years agoTom mount on a virgin bass drum
NOOOOOOOOOOOOooooooooooooo!!!!!!!! That is all.
11 years agoA question of value...
I agree, MutantMozart. That's why I wonder if anyone has attempted to rejoin the pieces. Gerald, that's a good idea. Unfortunately, that would require...
11 years ago1960 Ludwig snare-refinish or preserve?
Definitely neat, Mike! What are the odds that piece of tape was stuck there in the factory as instructions for the finishers, and someone forgot to re...
11 years ago1960 Ludwig snare-refinish or preserve?
"Give him some options with the pros/cons (i.e. reduced value vs. usability) and let him make the final decision. Show him some pictures of natural an...
11 years ago1960 Ludwig snare-refinish or preserve?
It is the same shell, Mike, right down to the Mahogany interior ply. Here are some original markings from inside, which I won't touch. I understand th...
11 years ago1960 Ludwig snare-refinish or preserve?
Thanks, Tim. I can tell you appreciate my quandry. It's made even harder by the fact that he plays this drum regularly (in his rehearsal studio, not a...
11 years ago1960 Ludwig snare-refinish or preserve?
He has no plans to sell it. He will likely pass it to his son, who is a pretty decent drummer for 17 years old. :D
11 years ago1960 Ludwig snare-refinish or preserve?
Thanks, Mike. It is 8-lug with a P83. It's the wood and badge that had me confused. So, I still need to know if it should be preserved or not. I thoug...
11 years ago