Will TightScrews fit my drums?
TightScrews will fit most American and Japanese drums.
TightScrews will fit pre-1995 DW drums with 12-24
threads, and DW and Pacific Drums with "Truepitch"
threads (supplied after late 1994). Be sure to specify
DW rods for drums fitted with Truepitch (fine) threads. |
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NOTE: TightScrews do not fit
Sonor products fitted with slotted head tension rods but
will fit Sonor products fitted with standard 12-24
thread tension rods. TightScrews do not fit
large-diameter, 6mm tension rods installed on some
marching drums and particular models of Pearl drums.
Before ordering, please check that the rods are
"standard size" before ordering. If you are unsure of
the size of your tension rods, measure them or contact
the drum's manufacturer. |
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What size TightScrews do I order?
Tension rod listings for many different drums over the
years have proven to be less than reliable. Therefore,
we recommend that you simply remove one of your tension
rods and measure the length from the shoulder (under the
head including the washer) to the bottom end of the
screw (see the installation instructions). Choose the
closest of the 5 sizes we currently carry.
IMPORTANT: Slightly longer replacement is fine, but not
shorter. |
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How many should I use?
We recommend using TightScrews on a complete rim if that
rim has any tension rods loosening. This method will
enable you to have equal tuning tension and 'feel' while
prolonging the life of your heads. However, if you are
having problems with only a few screws on a given drum,
or budget is an issue, try just replacing only the
problematic rods. Remember, they will 'feel' different
from the factory rods when you are tensioning them, and
you may still need to constantly re-tension the
conventional rods if you are a heavy player. |
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Will grease/oil harm my TightScrews?
Yes! IMPORTANT: Prior to installation, confirm that the
nuts in the lug casings on your drums are free of any
grease or oil prior to installing TightScrews.
Lubricants will deteriorate the polymer inserts in
TightScrews and reduce the friction necessary to keep
them from backing out. If necessary, clean the female
threads on your drum with a Q-Tip or similar item,
dipped in an appropriate degreasing agent. Twist the
swab in and out of the threads like a screw. Degreasing
the threads will insure maximum life and holding power
of your TightScrews and will not harm the threads on
your drum. |
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How long will TightScrews last?
Our artists report great performance even when
removing TightScrews often to change a snare
drum head. The rods will likely feel looser
when removed regularly, but long time users still
report good holding power.
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Will the use of TightScrews damage
my drums?
No. The insert providing the holding power for
TightScrews is made of a very soft nylon material that
will not harm your drums in any way. Thousands of
TightScrews are in use worldwide, and we have never
received a report of any damage as a result of
installing TightScrews. |
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Do I have to modify my drums?
No. Simply unscrew your existing drum screws, screw
TightScrews into the drum lugs, and you are ready to
play. |
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Can I install TightScrews myself?
TightScrews are as easy to install as regular tension
rods and offer a convenient and reliable drum
tuning solution. They make an essential part of
your drum building and tuning supplies. |
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What makes them work?
TightScrews have a patented groove with a pressed-in
nylon insert, a technology that eliminates loosening or
de-tuning of the drum especially under heavy playing
conditions. |
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How long are
TightScrews guaranteed?
TightScrews are 100% guaranteed to prevent
detuning, and come with a money-back guarantee.
If
TightScrews fail to keep your drum in tune, you
may return them within 30 days for a full refund
(freight charges excluded).
What is your Return Policy
TightScrews are returnable within a 30 day period
and must be shipped prepaid back to us. A 20%
re-stocking fee will apply unless the return is due to
our error. If you have ordered an incorrect size, we
will exchange any unused rods for you. Any differences
in price will be charged (or credited) along with
applicable shipping.
TightScrews that have been installed or otherwise
altered cannot be exchanged or returned. |
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What if my existing screws are shorter or longer than
your listed lengths?
In most cases, you can use a rod slightly longer (not
shorter) than the factory tension rod. That method will
give the insert more 'bite' into the lug on the drum. |
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