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Snare Drum Report

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I took everything off the Snare drum. Once everything was taken apart, I took a vacuum and did a quick pass in all the crevasses to get out any nesting bugs or skeletal remains of bugs. Next, fill a bucket with white vinegar. Soak the following parts: metal shell, hoops, tension rods, screws, springs, strainers and washers. This was to remove rust, oxidation & dust. After 8 to 12 hours in vinegar I cleaned all parts with BarKeeper's Friend cleanser & polish powder; scrubbing LIGHTLY with sponge (green top) and a toothbrush (to clean small parts). This took an hour or so. Dry completely. Once laid out, drench parts in WD-40 (rust preventer and moisture remover) for a few minutes. Then leave to dry. Reassemble the snare whilst spraying

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