any cheap long board pedals?

[HH60Gunner]

I have large feet and my dw 7000 just doesn't feel comfortable. Are there any long board pedals out there that don't cost an arm and a leg? It almost seems like every company out there charges an extra 2-300 bucks just for an extra inch or two.

[randomhero243]

the cheapest long board i think wiill be the dw8000, being the only long board dw offers. and its quite a step up from the 7000

[Les Ismore]

I have large feet and my dw 7000 just doesn't feel comfortable. Are there any long board pedals out there that don't cost an arm and a leg? It almost seems like every company out there charges an extra 2-300 bucks just for an extra inch or two.

Look into making, or getting your own long board (and base plate) made for you. Design it to your foot size.

[nerdywhiteboy]

Check out my avatar. I used to make and sell a kit to convert your pedal into a long board. It was $35 per pedal (so $70 for a double). I sold around a dozen kits, then decided it wasn't worth the effort.
They work great though!
I'll attach another pic

[freebirdgdw]

Check out my avatar. I used to make and sell a kit to convert your pedal into a long board. It was $35 per pedal (so $70 for a double). I sold around a dozen kits, then decided it wasn't worth the effort.
They work great though!

They're a really cool mod dude. Shame they didn't sell great though, they should of done. The OP is right with how long boards cost an arm and a leg!

[nerdywhiteboy]

Biggest problem was I never went past selling them on ebay. I spent a lot of time answering idiotic questions, then someone would order one thinking they were getting the whole pedal.....return... PITA

If I was motivated enough I would try to go to guitar center or somewhere with them.

[starkeydrums]

Biggest problem was I never went past selling them on ebay. I spent a lot of time answering idiotic questions, then someone would order one thinking they were getting the whole pedal.....return... PITA

If I was motivated enough I would try to go to guitar center or somewhere with them.

wow, if you still have a few collecting dust, i would love to buy one!

[Mastershake16]

wow, if you still have a few collecting dust, i would love to buy one!

Same i would buy some

[HH60Gunner]

did you buy or make the replacement pedal? If you made it do you happen to have the dimensions you used so I don't have to reproduce work that's already been done? I'm almost curious if I can get some of the metal fabrication guys here on base to make me some pedals in exhange for beer.

[nerdywhiteboy]

Well, I can tell you they are I think 12.5" long, .25" thick. The rest of it is just kind of make it fit/look good.

I only have one left, I was kind of saving it for just in case I get a DW hi-hat one of these days.
I am still contemplating selling them through a major distributor. If I thought their was enough of a demand I would look for someone to make them (I sold my equipment).

Funny thing, the wb on the pedal is actually where whiteboy in my name comes from.

[Les Ismore]

Well, I can tell you they are I think 12.5" long, .25" thick. The rest of it is just kind of make it fit/look good.

I only have one left, I was kind of saving it for just in case I get a DW hi-hat one of these days.
I am still contemplating selling them through a major distributor. If I thought their was enough of a demand I would look for someone to make them (I sold my equipment).

Funny thing, the wb on the pedal is actually where whiteboy in my name comes from.

There's a market alright. Direct drive and long board kits for Iron Cobra, replacement ceramic bearings etc. This stuff would sell.

[Gretsch09]

Check out Guitar Centers used site. I saw a pair of Axis pedals going for just $250!

[bloodyknuckles]

Converting DW 5000's is a fairly easy accomplishment if you have some metal skills. 1/4" x 3" aluminum stock works well. I made mine out of about 3/16"( Thickness of aluminum is usally measured in decimals...) A good hacksaw, power drill and bits, 40 or 80 grit sandpaper. You will also need stock to extend the rear hinge out. I drilled holes in mine to lighten them as much as possible. the front where the chain comes down is just a rolled edge, and fasten with one screw. I used roll pins for a chain guide to keep it from ever jumping off to the side. Mine are 12 and 3/8" long. Don't go any longer than necessary. I have 11 and 1'2 feet and play barefoot. Use stainless screws and nuts, lockwashers and locktight.