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Mardi Gras Finish Ideas
RF - You're going to have to be pioneer/guinea pig for us, it's never been done that I know of. It'll be the first kit and you'll be the first one, to...
13 years agoSome Love 4 Clubbies
Probably better off looking for an old 16 on fleabay. They do come up fairly regularly in SBP. John
13 years agoRestoring Rusty Vintage Tension Rods
Thanks Mike, great suggestions. I like the block idea. As far as threads are concerned, I pretty much stick to Ludwig drums from the 50's, 60's, 70's...
13 years agoRestoring Rusty Vintage Tension Rods
The last tutorial I posted was warmly greeted. So in the interest of, 'Striking while the iron is hot,' I thought I'd post a short tutorial on the met...
13 years agoTutorial: How To Du Duco Paint-jobs!
How are you going to apply the do-dads? The auto guys use an air brush gun with a special attachment to accommodate the course little chips of plastic...
13 years ago1968 WMP Ludwig 3pc + more package deal
TJ - It would really be helpful to any interested parties if you'd put a number out there for people to work with. I'm not psychic and it's hard for m...
13 years agoLittle help on an old Leedy.
Re: rusty strainer Soak it for 24 hours in a bath of Dawn dish soap and warm water. Then using an old stiff toothbrush, scrub the parts vigorously wi...
13 years agoTutorial: How To Du Duco Paint-jobs!
Don't use your good turntable for this. These days you can pick up an old belt-driven turntable at the Goodwill for around $5. Set it at 33 1/3 and yo...
13 years agoTutorial: How To Du Duco Paint-jobs!
Hi All, I received a lot of compliments and good reviews on a 59' Club Date kit that I restored recently. (see photos below) Mostly what People like...
13 years agoSome Love 4 Clubbies
Oldschool, Motar - Thanks for posting shots of those great kits! Oldschool, rare sizes for clubbies, gorgeous kit. Big enough to handle rock gigs and...
13 years agoSlingy Outfit
Kev, it's a beautiful, sweet set of drums. The wrap will help get them sold. I'll keep fingers and toes crossed you get your asking price. I'm glad th...
13 years ago1969 Ludwig set with Paiste 602's
That's got to be one of the best scores of the year! Congrats on a truly great kit and a great buy. Enjoy! D' Drummer John
13 years agoHow can I re-glue a loose edge of a pearl wrap?
Wow! I get to kill two birds with one stone! Cool! Click on this link and read my response: http://www.vintagedrumforum.com/showthread.php?t=23112...
13 years agoLudwig Spray Paint Nightmare Kit
Potsy - Here's a photo of one of Levon's woody kits and what I think Teverson was referring to. John
13 years agoSome Love 4 Clubbies
jc - Oooooh, sky blue pearl! Classy to the max. I have to ask; am I the only one who uses clubbies for (small room) Blues or Rock gigs? I know most g...
13 years ago