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601 Seaboard Diesel Switcher E Unit

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601 Seaboard Diesel Switcher E Unit
Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, January 12, 2006 1:10 PM
Anyone know where I can get a replacement E-unit for this locomotive. I've tried cleaning and repairing buts in too poor condition.

Thanks in advance
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Posted by ChiefEagles on Thursday, January 12, 2006 2:36 PM
Local train shop. Mine has them. Also Olsons on line.

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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, January 12, 2006 2:51 PM
Unless you are a stickler for "authenticity" you might consider replacing it with a QSI or Dallee electronic e-unit, which will most likely mount in the same place. (Check with the manufacturer for details.)

In my experience they provide reliable, virtually silent operation. (No buzz.)

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Posted by ben10ben on Thursday, January 12, 2006 4:06 PM
Most parts dealers will carry them. I personally buy all of my parts from Tom Purdy of Grandpa's Toy Train parts and Repair.
PO Box 736
Union KY, 41091

859-384-3038
grampstrains@aol.com

There are also plenty of others out there, but this is the only one I have any experience with.
Ben TCA 09-63474

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