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Pages: 1 biker1 Tiger Talk Trainee Reged: Dec 17 2003 Posts: 19 Loc: NY Cleaning wraps       #32487 - Thu Dec 18 2003 04:56 AM (69.40.164.39) Edit   Reply   Quote   Quick Reply   Just purchased used Pacific CX by dw. Need to clean jet black wrap. What is best to use on this type of finish? Post Extras:       TigerBill Tiger Talk Pro Reged: Mar 11 2002 Posts: 1551 Loc: NJ Re: Cleaning wraps       #32488 - Thu Dec 18 2003 11:59 PM (69.34.62.177) Edit   Reply   Quote   Quick Reply   Plastic wrapped drumshells and also plexiglass-type shells clean up really well with Windex. NOT for use on wood shell, lacquer-finished drums. Post Extras:       Go Loco Tiger Talk Pro Reged: Feb 28 2003 Posts: 311 Loc: Kentucky Re: Cleaning wraps       #32489 - Mon Dec 22 2003 11:07 PM (172.135.249.174) Edit   Reply   Quote   Quick Reply   Howdy Gary, Hope you like the new drums. Just remember to Never use course paper towels or anything abrasive on the finishes. They will leave swirls in that black, you can never get out. You can actually scratch the finish with a paper towel. I agree with Tiger and have used Windex for many years and the new Windex that is good for counter tops is great. I have very often used Boat Cleaner in a spray bottle, preferably by Star Brite although Simoniz makes a good one. This is especially good if the drums are fairly dirty and haven't been cleaned well lately. It is great on plastic, metal, fiberglass or wood. Of course I use it on the bass boat so I always have it around. Good Luck Post Extras:       Mouse Tiger Talk Pro Reged: Apr 08 2002 Posts: 1814 Loc: Southland New Zealand Re: Cleaning wraps       #32490 - Wed Dec 24 2003 08:45 AM (210.54.80.157) Edit   Reply   Quote   Quick Reply   Jet black wrap, i have it on my kit and it attracts dust like no other. Iv'e got used to it and the dust layer matches my metallic black finish snare,if you don't look too hard. If i ever get an urge to clean it (usually for a show, never for a pub gig) i use a very soft cloth and gently wipe it. Heavy duty cleaning use same cloth but with a little mild soap and then dry off. That usually gets rid or the drool, nicotene, sawdust, beer spills etc. Post Extras:       gntlmn Tiger Talk Pro Reged: Jul 16 2003 Posts: 83 Loc: Illinois Re: Cleaning wraps       #32491 - Wed Dec 24 2003 03:43 PM (65.42.158.78) Edit   Reply   Quote   Quick Reply   Hello I use Simple Green. It takes off almost anything and does not harm the wrap in any way. I have black wrap sets from Ludwig Slingerland and Rogers. As a good way to reduce dust buildup I use car wax. Make sure it is carnuba based as I have found this the best at letting dust slide off. To clean and maintain your Chrome I use Mothers Chrome and Aluminium Cleaner. It is a great product. I do suggest care in applying it to hardware still attached to the drums. I hope this helps Terry Post Extras:       Mouse Tiger Talk Pro Reged: Apr 08 2002 Posts: 1814 Loc: Southland New Zealand Re: Cleaning wraps       #32492 - Thu Dec 25 2003 10:13 AM (219.88.0.214) Edit   Reply   Quote   Quick Reply   Mothers products are good quality, use them on my motorbike. Post Extras:       Foursticks Tiger Talk Pro Reged: Feb 19 2003 Posts: 954 Loc: California Re: Cleaning wraps       #32493 - Fri Dec 26 2003 03:54 AM (12.172.178.16) Edit   Reply   Quote   Quick Reply   No matter what I used on my glossy black Mapex kit - Windex or other glass cleaners, soft cotton cloth, etc. - it ended up scratching the finish or putting fine swirls in it. So I took off the black wrap and put on a white satin flames wrap. Now I am Post Extras:       Mouse Tiger Talk Pro Reged: Apr 08 2002 Posts: 1814 Loc: Southland New Zealand Re: Cleaning wraps       #32494 - Mon Dec 29 2003 11:58 AM (219.89.0.220) Edit   Reply   Quote   Quick Reply   If you stuff them, here are some options... http://www.rockenwraps.com http://www.sambarnard.net Post Extras:       Pages: 1

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