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How to remove a whistle switch rivet on a Lionel KW transformer

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How to remove a whistle switch rivet on a Lionel KW transformer
Posted by Grafton RR on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 12:31 PM

I have a KW transformer on which I need to remove the "B" side switch to repair a contact. I am unsure as to how to remove the switch rivet to do so. Is there anyone who might be able to tell me how? Thanks!

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Posted by TrainLarry on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 7:48 PM

The rivet would have to be carefully drilled out. A new rivet would need to be inserted and peened over.

Brasseur Trains has replacement rivets, part #20-69

 

Larry

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Posted by Grafton RR on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 9:23 AM

Thanks very much for the info!

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Posted by TrainLarry on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 1:33 PM

You are welcome. Let us know how the repair goes.

 

Larry

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