Wires between engine and coal car fix.

[the old train man]

Thanks for the info. I found out my engine still has 6 months left on warranty so I sent it back for repair. Will keep your advice in mind in the future,thanks. May God Bless.

[superbe]

My last Bachmann steamer came with the wires plugged into the engine as well as a recommendation that they not be unplugged unless necessary

Also for $25 Bachmann will replace and install the wire connection.

Bob

 

[RR_Mel]

Once you have a good connection a small dab of Amazing Goop will act as a strain relief.  Goop remains slightly flexible, if you put taper on the dab the wire won’t break at the Goop.  Use it sparingly, a little bit goes a long way.  I’ve used it for years without any problems.

 

Mel

[richg1998]

If you do have a Bachmann loco, here is the website.

http://www.bachmanntrains.com/home-usa/board/index.php

A suggestion in the future, mention the brand and model of loco you have.

I don't know of anyone who has soldered the broken wires into the connector.

A firm connection is necessary. The slightest interruption will cause the decoder to hiccup.

Rich

[richg1998]

the old train man

I have a 0n30 steamer and the wires broke between the engine and coal car. They broke off inside the connector. My question is this,can I use a low heat glue gun to glue outside wires to the connector without causing problems? The glue would relieve pressure on the wires when pulled.

 

I have seen this question a few times before. I doubt you will get a firm connection.

If this is a Bachmann loco, order the wires with connectors from Bachmann. The Bachmann website list the parts and there is a On30 forum also with company reps.

Adjust the wires carefully when you plug in the connectors for proper slack.

I did that for a HO steamer.

You just have to be carefull handling the loco.

Rich

[the old train man]

I have a 0n30 steamer and the wires broke between the engine and coal car. They broke off inside the connector. My question is this,can I use a low heat glue gun to glue outside wires to the connector without causing problems? The glue would relieve pressure on the wires when pulled.