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Bass Pedal Spring Lubricant?

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Fellow Members:

I have a squeaky bass pedal (DW-5000) spring which seems to take on a life of its own every month or so. My kit is at the guitar player's home sitting on the rug in his music room/recording studio. I do not want to drip any oil on it of course. I've tried Vasoline in the past but, it seems to wear off in very little time. I don't want to try placing towels under the spring to catch any residual drops of oil either. Any suggestions?

Thank you in advance.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 11 years ago
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Have you tried spray silicone? They usuually come with a concentrater tube so you can direct the spray where needed. As long as you don't use too much, it shouldn't drip. Wrap a towel around the area being sprayed while spraying to catch any cast off.

My kit:
Ludwig Vistalite Big Beat set consisting of:
14” X 22” bass, 16” X 16” floor tom, 8” X 12” ride tom, 9” X 13” ride tom, 5” X 14” snare
Ludwig 201 Speed King bass drum pedal
Ludwig 1124 Spur-lok hit-hat with Ludwig Standard Paiste 14” cymbals (760 & 770 gr) with ching-ring
Two Ludwig Standard S-270 cymbals stands
18” Zildjian crash cymbal (1550 gr) and 20” Zildjian ride cymbal (2130 gr) with CAMCO sizzler
Gibraltar motorcycle seat-style drum throne with backrest
Posted on 11 years ago
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I've use silicone bicycle chain and bearing lube. Last longer than Vaseline and is thick, so shouldn't drip if you apply carefully. Phil Wood is one good brand, but I just got a tube of what they had at the local bike shop.

'65/'66 Slingerland Stage Band in Red Sparkle Pearl
'67 Rogers Buddy Rich Headliner in Blue Sparkle Pearl
'49 WFL 6.5x14 Contest Snare
'55 Slingerland 7x14 Hollywood Ace Snare
'70's Premier PD2000 5x14 Snare
50's & 70's Zildjian/Paiste Cymbals
Posted on 11 years ago
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Thanks very much, guys! I'll try some silicone tonight. I really appreciate the input.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 11 years ago
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Thank you, Tinman and nearlybrian! Yesterday, I purchased a product from a local bicycle shop called "Muc Off". It's a dry silicone lubricant used for bike chains. I used it sparingly on my chain and spring and it worked magic! No drips either! Thanks again for the input.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 11 years ago
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From salty 1322

Thank you, Tinman and nearlybrian! Yesterday, I purchased a product from a local bicycle shop called "Muc Off". It's a dry silicone lubricant used for bike chains. I used it sparingly on my chain and spring and it worked magic! No drips either! Thanks again for the input. Brian

Glad it worked for you. Now you can make quiet noise:)

Have fun,

Brian

'65/'66 Slingerland Stage Band in Red Sparkle Pearl
'67 Rogers Buddy Rich Headliner in Blue Sparkle Pearl
'49 WFL 6.5x14 Contest Snare
'55 Slingerland 7x14 Hollywood Ace Snare
'70's Premier PD2000 5x14 Snare
50's & 70's Zildjian/Paiste Cymbals
Posted on 11 years ago
#6
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Glad to be able to help. I have received so much help here from others. It is nice to give back.

My kit:
Ludwig Vistalite Big Beat set consisting of:
14” X 22” bass, 16” X 16” floor tom, 8” X 12” ride tom, 9” X 13” ride tom, 5” X 14” snare
Ludwig 201 Speed King bass drum pedal
Ludwig 1124 Spur-lok hit-hat with Ludwig Standard Paiste 14” cymbals (760 & 770 gr) with ching-ring
Two Ludwig Standard S-270 cymbals stands
18” Zildjian crash cymbal (1550 gr) and 20” Zildjian ride cymbal (2130 gr) with CAMCO sizzler
Gibraltar motorcycle seat-style drum throne with backrest
Posted on 11 years ago
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