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It's got alot of holes but holy Sh*T I think I got my first Gretsch Kit! Last viewed: 50 seconds ago

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Nice score and clean up dude! I have the same kit in blue sparkle, you'll dig them!

Posted on 12 years ago
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very cool score and resto work, congrats!

Posted on 12 years ago
#52
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Thanks for all the kind words! I just ordered some parts I need to finish this sucker up and think I have a fellow VDF member helping me with some crucial pieces! Also! I will have some more pics up soon!

1954 Gretsch Name Band Outfit White Marine Pearl
1964 Ludwig Downbeat Kit Champagne Sparkle
1964 Ludwig Jazz Combo Kit Gold Sparkle
1964 Gretsch Jazz Progressive Jazz Progressive Kit
1965 Ludwig Club Date Kit BDP
1971 Slingerland 13,16,22 in Black Sparkle
1979 Rogers XP-8 Super Londoner Tobacco Sunburst
1982 Rogers XP-8 Black Londoner
Numerous Snare Drums
Posted on 12 years ago
#53
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hey derek. your message box is full!

mike

Posted on 12 years ago
#54
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Just cleared it out!

1954 Gretsch Name Band Outfit White Marine Pearl
1964 Ludwig Downbeat Kit Champagne Sparkle
1964 Ludwig Jazz Combo Kit Gold Sparkle
1964 Gretsch Jazz Progressive Jazz Progressive Kit
1965 Ludwig Club Date Kit BDP
1971 Slingerland 13,16,22 in Black Sparkle
1979 Rogers XP-8 Super Londoner Tobacco Sunburst
1982 Rogers XP-8 Black Londoner
Numerous Snare Drums
Posted on 12 years ago
#55
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Just stripped the 12 inch rack tom down to clean/wax/polish and came across the nasty chip that does extend to the bearing edge. Any suggestions on a repair for this? Just wood fill it? Leave it alone and hope it tunes up all right?

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Some other before pics of the 12 inch rack tom:

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[IMG]http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/skapunk_edge/IMG_2263_zpse86edcc4.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/skapunk_edge/IMG_2266_zpsc85d5ffb.jpg[/IMG]

1954 Gretsch Name Band Outfit White Marine Pearl
1964 Ludwig Downbeat Kit Champagne Sparkle
1964 Ludwig Jazz Combo Kit Gold Sparkle
1964 Gretsch Jazz Progressive Jazz Progressive Kit
1965 Ludwig Club Date Kit BDP
1971 Slingerland 13,16,22 in Black Sparkle
1979 Rogers XP-8 Super Londoner Tobacco Sunburst
1982 Rogers XP-8 Black Londoner
Numerous Snare Drums
Posted on 12 years ago
#56
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I think I would replace the tom holder with an original style consolete and loose the Ludwig mounts. Thats just me though.

Posted on 12 years ago
#57
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I already ordered the original parts! I will try to get it back to as original as possible!

1954 Gretsch Name Band Outfit White Marine Pearl
1964 Ludwig Downbeat Kit Champagne Sparkle
1964 Ludwig Jazz Combo Kit Gold Sparkle
1964 Gretsch Jazz Progressive Jazz Progressive Kit
1965 Ludwig Club Date Kit BDP
1971 Slingerland 13,16,22 in Black Sparkle
1979 Rogers XP-8 Super Londoner Tobacco Sunburst
1982 Rogers XP-8 Black Londoner
Numerous Snare Drums
Posted on 12 years ago
#58
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Yeah...get some of the Merlot Sparkle...and fill in the extra holes!

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 12 years ago
#59
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>>Any suggestions on a repair for this? Just wood fill it? Leave it alone and hope it tunes up all right?

Could always take Gretsch up on the "Shell Guaranteed for life", :-).

I would glue in a patch piece cut as close to possible to the missing area. Extacto knife works well for cutting the patch. Bit of filler and light sanding and call it a day. Curious why that area failed. Maybe check for other loose spots while you are at it.

Just wood filler has no strength and does not adhere well unless the surface is air compressor blasted to get rid of all dust. Still doesn't stick all that great water thinned somewhat better.

I limit wood filler use to just 1/16" voids. Larger area's the filler does not finish well and shows badly.

As is should be fine. Not ideal but good to go.

Hope of some help.

Creighton

Nothing special here but I like them.
Posted on 12 years ago
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