Does anyone have an Iron Cobra Rolling Glide pedal attached to their KD-8 kick? I can't get mine to attach well and I hope I don't have to buy a new pedal. There's a raised metal surface on the KD-8 and the small "foot" on my iron cobra only rests partially on top of it. When I really get playing the pedal detaches or slides left or right and it is really annoying. By the way this is a double bass pedal. I really want to be able to just get out and start playing this set and this is setting me back. I'm not sure whether to get a new bass pedal or not, because a mesh bass really isn't in my budget right now. Any suggestions, answers or feedback is appreciated.
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Originally posted by Zildjian52886 View PostDoes anyone have an Iron Cobra Rolling Glide pedal attached to their KD-8 kick? I can't get mine to attach well and I hope I don't have to buy a new pedal. There's a raised metal surface on the KD-8 and the small "foot" on my iron cobra only rests partially on top of it. When I really get playing the pedal detaches or slides left or right and it is really annoying. By the way this is a double bass pedal. I really want to be able to just get out and start playing this set and this is setting me back. I'm not sure whether to get a new bass pedal or not, because a mesh bass really isn't in my budget right now. Any suggestions, answers or feedback is appreciated.
Not only flat surfaces, but it can't be thick either, that boot just does not open up wide enough and the whole wobble/rock that it does - probably the weakest part, engineeringly (not a word, I'm sure) speaking
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The only way is see this is to find a way to crimp a section in the center of that bulge in the KD-8. Maybe using a vise?
If you or someone you know has an angle grinder with a metal cutting blade, you could remove the center section (just wide enough for the 'boot') of the bulge altogether. I know these are drastic suggestions, but I can't figure out another way with that pedal.
edit: Just had an idea. The main problem is that the boot is not able to get a solid level grip. What if you build up the gap that is between the bulge of the KD-8 and the pedal base? See here:
If you were to use a metal or rubber bar that is AT LEAST as high as the bulge in the KD-8, I think it would grip better. Best bet would be if the bar inserted into the gap was SLIGHTLY taller than the bulge. It would then make the boot tilt slightly forward and would grip even better when the kick pedal tries to move away from the KD-8. Good LuckLast edited by Colquhoun; 04-17-08, 03:48 PM.
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Use the search Luke...
This is the same problem that the Cobra's and the KD120 have. (Been duscussed multiple times) 2 easiest fixes:
1) flatten the "bulb" part on the KDxx(x) with pliers/hammer etc
2) insert a small piece of mouse pad, cardboard or cork in between the "tooth" of the cobra and the metal portion of the KDxx(x).
-I use cardboard...works perfectly!
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-here's the thread from just the other day discussing this: http://www.vdrums.com/forum/showthre...900#post302900- your source for electronic cigs. Use coupon code "" for 10% off every order!!!
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Originally posted by evil1rox View PostUse the search Luke...
This is the same problem that the Cobra's and the KD120 have. (Been duscussed multiple times) 2 easiest fixes:
1) flatten the "bulb" part on the KDxx(x) with pliers/hammer etc
2) insert a small piece of mouse pad, cardboard or cork in between the "tooth" of the cobra and the metal portion of the KDxx(x).
-I use cardboard...works perfectly!
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-here's the thread from just the other day discussing this: http://www.vdrums.com/forum/showthre...900#post302900Pearl Mimic pro, A to E 7 piece Pearl Decade maple, ddrum Deccabons, Ddrum DDTi, UFO X-bar triggers, Real feel heads, Gibraltar rack, VH13, PD105 side snare, Roc-N-Soc,Tama Iron Cobra, Iron cobra high hat stand, Cobra clutch, Pearl throne thumper, Roland and Kit Toys cymbals, Roland KC 500, Promark
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I had the same problem, but thought I was doing something wrong. I need to reach out to this forum more often, this information is invaluable. I originally came here to ask why my KD-8 rocks back and forth so much. My Iron Cobras are slipping as well, just like the author's here, but my problem is my KD-8 'wobbles'. Would these recommendations fix this, too? When I tighten the pedal to the KD-8, the pedal lifts off the floor a bit. Then when I play, the whol thing shakes....?I could be the Walrus, but I'd still have to bum rides from people.
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Originally posted by misterzero View PostI had the same problem, but thought I was doing something wrong. I need to reach out to this forum more often, this information is invaluable. I originally came here to ask why my KD-8 rocks back and forth so much. My Iron Cobras are slipping as well, just like the author's here, but my problem is my KD-8 'wobbles'. Would these recommendations fix this, too? When I tighten the pedal to the KD-8, the pedal lifts off the floor a bit. Then when I play, the whol thing shakes....?
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Originally posted by misterzero View PostWhen I tighten the pedal to the KD-8, the pedal lifts off the floor a bit. Then when I play, the whol thing shakes....?
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