Repair Axle Bushing Question????

[Safety Valve]

Hi, how do I repair a broken axel bushing that needs a repair on an HO locomotive???  what matirials do I use if I don't want ot buy another set of wheels, thanks!

[dstarr]

Depends upon the model of course.  If it's a brass bushing you can solder any breaks or cracks and file the joint smooth.  You might be able to make a replacement from brass stock.  Try McMasters Carr for all sorts of brass shapes.  You might be able to get a replacement from the manufacturer, or NWSL, or ebay.  You might be able to find a junker locomotive for cheap and cannibalize the needed bushing.  Good luck.  And post how you fixed it, we would all love to hear.

[doctorwayne]

Safety Valve

...how do I repair a broken axel bushing...

A little more information about the locomotive might help generate more responses, and a picture of the loco and of the damage would be a great help.

Wayne

[jjdamnit]

Hello All,

Is it a bushing or a gear?

There is a difference between the two.

Hope this helps.

[gmpullman]

jjdamnit

Is it a bushing or a gear? There is a difference between the two.

Or a bearing? That makes three!

Cheers, Ed

[RR_Mel]

I’ll toss in another one, diesel or steam makes a huge difference.

 

 

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