RMT Diesel

[traindaddy1]

Have had no success in contacting RMT in New Jersey.

Does anyone know where to get traction tires for the RMT Diesel Beep?

As always, many thanks.

[KRM]

Yeah, they seem to not have any parts out there. I am not sure. Maybe look for something from a K-line unit, they seem to be using their old stuff. Not sure, someone else may have the answer. I sure do get the junk e-mails from them and I like some of the stuff I have got, but at some point you will need parts.

[Firelock76]

Have you tried [e-mail]?  That's the e-mail address.

Beeps have traction tires?  Gee, I've got six of them and never noticed.  Maybe when the monsoon goin' on right now stops I'll run out to the Chugger Barn and have a look.

[traindaddy1]

Sent two e-mails to RMT. To date, no response. Thanks.

[Firelock76]

I just took a look and waddayaknow?  There IS a traction tire on a Beep!

Well, as a friend of mine once said "It's a wasted day if you haven't learned something new!"

Sorry the e-mailing hasn't worked for you.  Check the website ( if you haven't already) and see if there's a phone number you can call.  That's what I'd do at this point.

By the way, I've sent e-mail to Bachman and never got an answer.  Oh well.

[jprampolla]

Some hobbyists make their own traction tires with silicone sealant.  I never tried it yet, but I go through traction tires like crazy, and they're not cheap.   I don't know the exact type of sealant, but perhaps someone will chime in.  (I have a Beep and was wondering about replacements just today.)

Take care, Joe.

[LittleTommy]

You can make your own traction tire with "bullfrog snot". See http://www.bullfrogsnot.com/index.asp .

It had a positive review in Model Railroader 

See http://mrr.trains.com/news-reviews/staff-reviews/2009/03/bullfrog-snot-traction-tire-maker

 LittleTommy

 

[traindaddy1]

Update: Received a reply from RMT. They do not have parts.

Thanks for all your replies.

[KRM]

WOW sell a product and "don't" service it. That is a new one for me. I always figured you could get parts if you needed them but never saw any parts option on their site.

Guess you need to figure who they got the parts from first to do any service. Reminds me of the old AMC cars. Any Manufacture’s Components and we all know what happened to them.

[jprampolla]

I would see if Lionel or MTH has a diesel traction tire you could substitute.  Perhaps a store that sells repair parts could offer something if you know the diameter of the wheel, and width and depth of the grove in the wheel.

When the tire fails on mine, I intend to make a tire (in place) with silicone sealant.

[rrswede]

Joe, I posted the following material in the past. It may be of assistance to you.

"The following is a post from 2009 that describes material and a application method for a substitute to traction tires. In 2013, I followed the instructions as a substitute for traction tires on a Diesel Passenger Engine and the unit continues to function perfectly; no delamination and no slippage. I don't know the grade on my layout but it is quite little. I know the wheel on a traction tired device is slotted for the tire, but suspect a thin application of the silicone sealant, carefully applied to a smooth surfaced wheel would provide the "fix" you are seeking. May be worth a try! Good Luck.

Swede"

"Replacing engine tires with Silicone.

The product you want for this project is Silicone Sealant, not caulk.  The brand I have is Loctite, but you may find other manufacturer's such as G.E..

First arrange to have a transformer at your workbench, a soft cradle for your engine to be set in upside down, and some wires with alligator clips, so that you can connect your engine to the transformer and run it slowly while it is upside down. Before you do this, if it is a command engine, turn down the sound, and turn off the smoke unit, while you have it on the track.  It is also a good idea to remove the brakes as they are close to the wheel and can get smeared with the silicone.

With the engine upside down in the cradle, get the wheels turning slowly, and clean the tire groove with your favorite solvent.  I use denatured alcohol and Q-Tips.  Caution: if you use a Q-Tip, keep it away from the gears near the wheels.  If you touch a Q-Tip to the gears it will pull the fibers into the gears and jam the engine to a stop quickly.  If this happens you have to remove the engine's shell and turn the flywheel backwards by hand to get the fibers out.

Once the tire groove is clean, and dry, squeeze a small amount of the Silicone into the groove while the wheel is turning.  Next, I prefer to use a squared off Popsicle stick, or tongue depressor, like a  putty knife action to press the silicone into the groove and remove the excess. Then quit and let it dry overnight.  It doesn't have to be perfectly neat at this point.

Next day, use an Xacto knife to trim off any excess rubber while the wheel is turning, or start and stop it if it is easier for you.

Viola!  You're done.

Dennis Bracey

4/13/09

"I no longer own the diesel so can't tell you how long the coating actually lasted.

swede"

[jprampolla]

Hi RRSWEDE,

 

   Thanks for those instructions!  I have to pick up a tube of the sealant and have it on hand!

 

Take care, Joe.

[KRM]

I found them here!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ready-Made-Toys-5-RMT-Diesel-BEEP-Locomotive-Rubber-Traction-Tires-/161816482268?hash=item25ad0391dc

 

I also found this from Walter M. Matuch/RMT from back in 2011

"BEEP traction tires part # is...PR92400-103 BEEP traction Tires pkg 10pc $7.95 plus shipping. Can be ordered by phone [phone]."

 

[KRM]

Well I see they are now sold.

Oh well you know what they say,,,Snooze and you loose. They were still there when I posted the site 4 days ago. Bummer.

Maybe try to call Walter.

[jprampolla]

Does anyone know if RMT would have replacement motors for the Beep should we ever need them?

 

 

 

 

[Firelock76]

I don't know about motors but they were selling whole chassis, motors and all several years ago.  You'd have to check the website to see what they've got.

Checked the website last night, don't see any Beep chassis for sale at this time.

[RyVinBuf]

Hello,

I wanted to start my own thread but replyin on this. I have had very little luck with RMT and information. I recently purchased an RMT Bethlehem Steel (Johnstown) 101 at a show in Buffalo, NY. I wanted to know if anyone had another with a box or the accompanying set. Thank You!

Ryan - Buffalo, NY

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