I wonder if the seller actually thinks that kit is Ludwig,or is trying to pass them off as something the're not.
The early 70's supra is pretty real though.A Dawn bath and maybe some Mothers polish will make that puppy shine.
And ditto on the NO steel wool.EVER
Steve B
I see you are a rather new member - Welcome to the VDF!
Just to be sure - DO NOT use any STEEL WOOL on those. There are many techniques found here on this sight that indeed spare you of elbow and muscle pain. (I prefer the Dawn and then Turtle Wax) Search around and you will find it (24-48 on the soapy water soak, toothbrush, turtlewax chrome polisher and rust remover (same product), etc.)
Great snag!
John
Sorry if I am beating this to death - but did I mention NO STEEL WOOL?
:)
Microfibre towels are a must as well - just stock up on them for about $10.
John
I have found that often it's the dirtiest looking ones that come up the best. Maybe something to do with all the grease and dirt protecting the chrome? I don't know, but I've bought a couple that looked terrible but came up really well with hardly any chrome flaking. This one in question looks like one that'll have very little pitting. Good score.
Andrew
youre exactly right. I have actually bought a couple that were covered in gunk. I detailed them and they looked great. the blistering/chrome popping then began. its like the dirt had it sealed somewhat.
mike
Andrewyoure exactly right. I have actually bought a couple that were covered in gunk. I detailed them and they looked great. the blistering/chrome popping then began. its like the dirt had it sealed somewhat.mike
Mike, this makes for a bit of a conundrum - I couldn't possibly leave a snare looking all dirty but by cleaning it I could be affecting its future awesomeness. I just cleaned up a 68 402 that looked like it had never had an ounce of love through its life but now it looks fantastic and very little pitting. But for how long?:confused:
man, that turned out nice. what a great drum. ive got over 60 snare drums and most are Ludwig,but not one of those!
i'm like you. I can't leave them dirty. the ones that I had that later blistered were b/o badge models. hopefully your keystone will do better.
mike
That's definitely a keeper Cheryl. Everyone should have at least one of those in their snare arsenal (but no real need to have six which is why I didn't snag it). The chrome on these had a tendency to pit (which has no effect on the sound) but that one just looks a bit dirty. Hit it with some windex and a soft cotton rag and it should clean up nicely (just don't use any steel wool).
Good for you! Those are great snares... just ask us! lol
