She was purchased in 1984 so that would make the gunk I am finding underneath the lugs about 27 years old.
I've been wiping down the hardware consisting of a Pearl boom and double-braced Tama stands with Seventh Generation Multi-Surface Cleaner and Handiwipes/Paper Towels plus 0000 Steel Wool for the really grimy patches, and Goo-Gone for the duct tape residue. I've used Armor All Leather cleaner for the little booties on the Floor Toms.
I know that this kind of treatment will not be acceptable on the Lugs and Wrap. It's turned a Creme White and I'd like to keep the blemishes to a minimum and not add to it. Any expertise would be gladly appreciated!
I really do not want to have an "Oh no!" moment!
I've taken the Bass Drum apart and have found that some screws are missing (there's a joke in there somewhere). I am loathe to take the Toms apart with a screwdriver. Tempted to yes but, I won't. There seems to be two different keys for the Sonors. What gives?
Am I headed down the right path here people? The things I have in my head from research are Carnuba Wax, Vinegar and Water (huh?) and No Ammonia!
I just vacuumed the Bass Drum and am about to tackle the task of cleaning after I find the proper screws for the Lugs.
I've been wiping down the hardware consisting of a Pearl boom and double-braced Tama stands with Seventh Generation Multi-Surface Cleaner and Handiwipes/Paper Towels plus 0000 Steel Wool for the really grimy patches, and Goo-Gone for the duct tape residue. I've used Armor All Leather cleaner for the little booties on the Floor Toms.
I know that this kind of treatment will not be acceptable on the Lugs and Wrap. It's turned a Creme White and I'd like to keep the blemishes to a minimum and not add to it. Any expertise would be gladly appreciated!
I really do not want to have an "Oh no!" moment!
I've taken the Bass Drum apart and have found that some screws are missing (there's a joke in there somewhere). I am loathe to take the Toms apart with a screwdriver. Tempted to yes but, I won't. There seems to be two different keys for the Sonors. What gives?
Am I headed down the right path here people? The things I have in my head from research are Carnuba Wax, Vinegar and Water (huh?) and No Ammonia!
I just vacuumed the Bass Drum and am about to tackle the task of cleaning after I find the proper screws for the Lugs.