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SEEKING LIONEL 400E EXPERTISE

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SEEKING LIONEL 400E EXPERTISE
Posted by DdoubleU on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 10:09 AM

I've recently purchase a prewar black 400E with a chugger switch.  With the exception of its red lettered number boards, it fits the description of a type D (1933-34) in the Greenburg guide.  I am looking for originality clues.

1. Do original engine frames and boiler fronts have part # stamped on them?

2. Are the red lettered number boards correct for this model?

3. One tender truck on my non-whistling tender has a pick-up roller.  Not sure why!?!

I look forward to comments and answers!

Darrell

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