First, I want to thank all of you that have shown your positive support for this kit. It certainly wasn't something I needed, but wanted!
I brought the kit home yesterday and the WMP just looks stunning sitting in my living room.
While the entire kit is certainly in above average condition for a kit of about 47 years old, I've decided that I will do a complete detailing of each drum and bring it back to the condition I feel it deserves.
The BR/Artist snare drum has already been completely disassembled and being cleaned right now. The tension rods (mismatched from top/bottom) don't appear original and show rust on the lower threads. I have a complete set of period correct rods which will adorn the drum. The lug nuts were actually quite corroded and have already been cleaned and the threads chased. The Zoomatic is in great condition, but has already been cleaned of all old grease and re-lubed with modern synthetic oil and grease. Working like butta!!
I will continue my detailing and take pictures once the kit is complete.
Bottom line is that I'm glad I purchased this kit. The seller, Dan, has told me he couldn't imagine it going to a better person. Thanks, Dan!
A few needed parts have already been obtained, which will help bring the kit back to its former glory.
Again, thanks for all your support!
Now, time to get dressed and head out to see backbeatkeeper (Gary). I finally finished refurbing his Swivomatic bass drum pedal...that I've had for over a year! Sorry about that, Gary!
Mark
