............Hole bit........

I just file off the back lip with a round file. The grommet pops right out and it is easily glued back in position later.

That, or C-4! Laughing H

John

Yes - I thought of filing or grinding it off but I was hoping there was an easier solution. Grinding four or five slots and bending the grommet rim between the slots is what I will try.

Gary

You can still buy replacements on Ebay.. not too expensive..

Cheers

Thanks - I just bought one for $3 on the Bay.....$7 shipping to Canada. Gary

Gary right here on the forum. http://vintagedrumguide.com/refinish_project/precision_removing_hardware.html

Well dang! I should check here more often. I remember looking at this very page (link below) at least once. I will put away the Industrial Grinder haha. I actually have a Dremel knock-off tool that I bought at Costco I think....with a cutting tool ....it will be perfect. And, my replacement Grommet will be here in a week or so via USPS.

Thanks,

Gary

or you could soak the shell in water until it is pliable enough to push the grommet out with your finger...

DOH

I tried that with my Gladstone snare shell - it didn't turn out so well.

I used my rotory tool and the operation went smooth.

Gary