Only Admins can see this message.
Data Transition still in progress. Some functionality may be limited until the process is complete.
Processing Attachment, Gallery - 186.17954%

Rubber Protectant/Lubricator

Posts: 2251 Threads: 381

Please, would anyone know of a good protectant/lubracant for rubber washers and lug gaskets? I'm restoring an old piccolo and attention to the smallest details is what I try to undertake. Thank you very much.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 12 years ago
#1
Posts: 9005 Threads: 266

Brian - Not sure if I'm understanding your question, but if you just want to lubricate some parts, good old WD-40 will do the trick.

Hope this helps, I'm not quite sure what you're trying to do.

John

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 12 years ago
#2
Posts: 2251 Threads: 381

From Purdie Shuffle

Brian - Not sure if I'm understanding your question, but if you just want to lubricate some parts, good old WD-40 will do the trick.Hope this helps, I'm not quite sure what you're trying to do.John

Thanks, John! The rubber gaskets between the lugs and shell look quite dry as do the rubber washers between the lugs and metal t-rod washers. Just trying to keep things a bit longer in the best shape I can. Thanks again. I always appreciate your expertise.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 12 years ago
#3
Posts: 241 Threads: 29

Armor All works great. From Tires to Snare Basket Rubber Parts or vintage Front Heads. Makes the Material shiny and protected.

used it here (scroll down)even for the wrap!

'73 Premier 707 Golden Sun 2x22/13/14/16
'72 Premier 303 Silver Star 20/12/14/16
'73 Premier Silver Star 22/13/16
'75 Premier Silver Star 18/12/14
2000 Snare, Hi-Fi Silver Star (Wood), Hi-Fi (Brushed Chrome)
'60s Flush Base and '70s Lokfast Hardware Sets

'70s Ludwig B/O Kit Silver Sparkle
Supra Phonic, Black Beauty, '67 Acrolite

Paiste Dark Energy Set, Giant Beat Set
Paiste 602 Hats and Flat Ride
Paiste 2oo2 Ride
Zildjian K Set
Posted on 12 years ago
#4
Posts: 3467 Threads: 116

The original preservative for "out of sight" rubber gaskets and washers was plain old talcum powder. But there are several brands of silicon based auto products (including Armour All as DJF suggested) , which claim to preserve and will for sure add a nice sheen.

Cheers

'77 Slingerland 51N,Super Rock 24,18,14,13.. COW 8,10 Concert toms
'69 Slingerland Hollywood Ace
'75 Rogers Dynasonic 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'77-78 Slingerland 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'78-79 Slingerland 5 1/4 x14 8 lug COB
'79 Biman 5 1/4, Acrolite
'82 Slingerland 5 1/4 x 14. Festival COS
'84 Tama MasterCraft Superstar 6.5 x 14, 10 lug Rosewood
'98 Slingerland (Music YO) 6" 10 Lug Maple.. NOS
Zildjian, Sabian , UFIP & Paiste mix.
Posted on 12 years ago
#5
Posts: 1537 Threads: 117

For 100 percent rubber, Glycerin works very well. It does not contain any additives to prevent UV damage, penetrating oils or waxes that may react with the rubber. Easiest place to find it is rubber stamp section of Hobby Lobby, Micheals etc. It will be called Rubber Stamp Conditioner. You don't want the cleaner.

For synthetic rubber any of the below will be fine. If dry good chance it is real rubber.

Never had a drum with gaskets. Could you post a pic. Might be something I could reproduce if someone is not already doing so.

Thanks!

Creighton

Nothing special here but I like them.
Posted on 12 years ago
#6
Posts: 6524 Threads: 37

KY should protect your isolators if it involves penetration with lubricant !i

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 12 years ago
#7
Posts: 9005 Threads: 266

From OddBall

KY should protect your isolators if it involves penetration with lubricant !i

That's word for word what my wife said last night...

John Falling Do

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 12 years ago
#8
Posts: 2251 Threads: 381

From OddBall

KY should protect your isolators if it involves penetration with lubricant !i

Good God! Are we still talking about drums? I've never heard of my "gasket" referred to as an "isolator". Is this the modern term for a wee wee? Just curious. Thanks for the input.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 12 years ago
#9
Posts: 6524 Threads: 37

You`ve never heard of a head gasket ?

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 12 years ago
#10
  • Share
  • Report
Action Another action
Something else here