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A Real Rogers Christmas Story!

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Well, I cleaned the 12" Tom and the snare drum today. I was amazed that the heads came off as if they were put on yesterday, with the exception of the bottom snare head. There was a very small tear in that head, so I decided to rehead the snare drum, top and bottom, since those are higher tension. There was a small spot of rust underneath a pod of dust on the top snare rim.

Amazing how easy the chrome is coming clean. I've cleaned my share of drums, but these are amazingly clean. They both look fantastic!

I'm off all week, so I have the time to put into these and am enjoying it.

Hopefully, I will have them finished by Sunday and if the sun is out, I'll do a photo shoot.

Drum Kits
1965 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Blue
1966 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Black
1969 Ludwig BB Blue Oyster Keystone Clubdate
1971 Ludwig BB Black Oyster
Early 60's Camco Oaklawns Champagne Sparkle
Posted on 9 years ago
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One other note, very detail oriented cleaning these with the lugs on the drum. Glad I haven't clipped my fingernails in over a week, they are a useful tool in this endeavor.

Drum Kits
1965 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Blue
1966 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Black
1969 Ludwig BB Blue Oyster Keystone Clubdate
1971 Ludwig BB Black Oyster
Early 60's Camco Oaklawns Champagne Sparkle
Posted on 9 years ago
#32
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No windex on chrome it greens it up the amonia learned that years ago from a bike detailer as in hogs

April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp





once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
Posted on 9 years ago
#33
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I have been using my tried and true method. Light soap and water with a cloth to remove surface dirt/dust. Chrome polish on the chrome, and a misting car wax on the finish to complete.

Drum Kits
1965 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Blue
1966 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Black
1969 Ludwig BB Blue Oyster Keystone Clubdate
1971 Ludwig BB Black Oyster
Early 60's Camco Oaklawns Champagne Sparkle
Posted on 9 years ago
#34
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Day 3:

The bass drum and pedal.

All the chrome came clean without a lot of work. The hoops were pristine, as was leg and Tom mounts. The hoops had never been off and I took great care to make sure I put them back on exactly in the same spot.

Had to tear apart the pedal. It was stiff and all over the place. Missing a screw in the footboard pivot, but I had something I could use. Some lube and cleaning and it's practically like new. Amazed at the adjustability for 1966!

Should finish the floor t and HH stand tomorrow. Hopefully the sun comes out soon and I can get some good pics up. What I have done so far just gleems!Cool1

Drum Kits
1965 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Blue
1966 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Black
1969 Ludwig BB Blue Oyster Keystone Clubdate
1971 Ludwig BB Black Oyster
Early 60's Camco Oaklawns Champagne Sparkle
Posted on 9 years ago
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Sounds like you're doing a great job cleaning up these beauties. Can hardly wait to see pictures!

-Mark

Posted on 9 years ago
#36
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Car wax leaves a film on the drums. It looks nice but over time the drums will start to look dull.

Posted on 9 years ago
#37
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I love everything about the OP. Great story thank you for sharing, cant wait to see pictures.

We love when we play...
Nous sommes du soleil...
Posted on 9 years ago
#38
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From Rich K.

Car wax leaves a film on the drums. It looks nice but over time the drums will start to look dull.

I use a misting detailer. Never had a problem. I have used Zaino polymer on lacquered drums before and didn't have problems either. I wouldn't chance cheap WalMart stuff, only high end products.

Drum Kits
1965 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Blue
1966 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Black
1969 Ludwig BB Blue Oyster Keystone Clubdate
1971 Ludwig BB Black Oyster
Early 60's Camco Oaklawns Champagne Sparkle
Posted on 9 years ago
#39
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Well, I am finished! The babies gleam! It is overcast and lighly misting outside today, so I will post some pics tomorrow hopefully.

Car Driving2guitar3

Drum Kits
1965 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Blue
1966 Ludwig Clubdate Oyster Black
1969 Ludwig BB Blue Oyster Keystone Clubdate
1971 Ludwig BB Black Oyster
Early 60's Camco Oaklawns Champagne Sparkle
Posted on 9 years ago
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