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Speed King bearings
From leedybdp...
3 years agoSpeed King bearings
Absolutely not. I have literally just overhauled it, completely cleaned with new lube and brand new bearings. The issue is with the design of the peda...
3 years agoSpeed King bearings
From OddBall...
3 years agoSpeed King bearings
I bought a Speed King back in the seventies when I was learning to play because I thought that's what all great drummers had. I could never get on wit...
3 years agoCozy Powell
Wow! isn't this forum great! I can't believe that there's going to be a film about him. That's incredible. He was such a great talent and gone waaaay...
3 years agoCozy Powell
Cozy was one of my favourite drummers growing up - a far better technician than he's ever given credit for. Most people remember him for his explosive...
3 years agoGladstone snare drums list?
Not sure about the list but a Gladstone snare is currently for sale if you want to re-mortgage! https://www.ebay.com/itm/233629209222?_trkparms=amclks...
3 years agoRe-wrap Seams (Use glue or tape?)
I've only always ever used contact adhesive and it has held for years.
3 years ago1927- LEEDY 4 x 14 & 5 x 14 SPARKLING GOLD PROFESSIONAL MODELS
Beautiful snares. I personally preferred the 4-point strainer drums but lovely nonetheless.
3 years agoThis is the Display Your Slingerland Drums Thread
My orphan Singy kit dates from 1940-1970s.
3 years agoSpeed King query
Hi Marty. I have the same issue with my new SK on my 1940s Slingerland bass drum. I have to back the pedal off a little to prevent the rubbing that yo...
4 years agoSpeed King query
Thanks Marty. That’s really interesting. I was intrigued by your comment about how far the tension screws were wound in. I’ve actually just stripped a...
4 years agoSpeed King query
From mlayton...
4 years agoSpeed King query
Kia Ora Marty and greetings from God's Own! Thanks for the advice and info. I've attached a few photos to assist if anyone can fill in the blanks....
4 years agoSpeed King query
Mine doesn't have a WFL imprint on it so it must be from later on. Is there any way to date these pedals?
4 years ago