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Raymond, I have a Life Like GP20 and a GP18 also. I think that squeal might be a LifeLike thing! Both engines run great, very very very slow with no problems. They both make a kind of "coffee grinder" sound as they pick up moderate speed & my GP20 also squeals sometimes too. They are not the strongest engines, so I run a short train with them. I've heard a few other people have same thing happen, so it should be ok. I think they're just geared for running at slow speeds. If I were you, I wouldn't lubricate your engine though, not unless it is completely bone dry. Then only a tiny small drop will do. I'd also check for hair in the wheels, (I get a lot by running near the carpet). A lot of people only lubricate 1-2 times a year tops. If you want some great info, I bought a book from Kalmbach called Maintaining & Repairing your Scale Model Trains. It's a real good book to have around. Have fun. Pete
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