seating new Nuskins by remo

[zeb]

I have a problem my qunito Remo Nuskin on my Elite is not seating right on the drum , when I tighten the drum the skin starts seperating at the edge of the ring so that the inside ring of the skin is showing and the fold on the skin is open , I don't get it , thier seems to be to much movement with the rime and mounting of the skin , it.s the right size , whats wierd is I don't get that on the conga or tumba just the quinto if anyone can help me I would be gratefull thanks

[Glen Caruba]

Zeb,

Make sure the model number is correct: M7-1106-N6**

There should have been a paper insert inside the Remo box, stating what to do in this scenario (which is common because there is no uniformity amongst brands in regards to their crowns/hoops). Here's the link to the Remo site for help: http://www.remo.com/news/index.cfm?ObjectID=413

Basically, you need to put the head on the drum, then lay the crown on top centering it on the faux skin wire of the head. Finger tighten the lugs, keeping an eye on that crown, so it doesn't pull off that skin wire. Wrench tighten with that in mind. I use the NuSkyns on my Wood Elites, so I know they fit and work with a little finesse. Once that head is cranked to the desired pitch, it will hold without the crown pulling through.

Happy Drumming,

Glen

[zaragemca]

Yes,usully what happen is that the head is to tight in one side in reference to the others,iyou should be tuning it slowly all around.

[MusicMan]

Hi -

I've been using the NuSkyns with my Pearl fiberglass congas, fiberglass bongos, and 14" fiberglass djembe and haven't had any problems with the fit or tuning.

As Glen suggested, it's important to get the correct model number from Remo for the Pearl/Afro series drums!

[zaragemca]

I think he got the right model the problem was when setting up down for mounting and tuning.l