Hello,just a general question. I am maintaining my N Scale fleet, some of which is over 40 years old. I resurrected 2 Rivarossi steam engines by swapping around motors and brushes; 4 dead steamers mixing and matching parts yeilded 2 good running engines.
My question is this:
I want to order new motors from NWSL. Does anyone know the correct size for N scale Rivarossi steam engines?
Also, what sized motor for Tomix Japanese N scale " Shinkansen" Bullet trains?
Thanks in advance,
Paul
I just looked at the motors NWSL lists. Some are obviously way too big for N. I suggest figuring out which ones MIGHT work for N, and ordering at least one of each. Looks like maybe 8, at first glance.
With a motor in hand, you can SEE if it fits. If you find one that works, install it and order another as a replacement
You'll always have one of each on hand to check for fit. And to install, if you wish.
Ed
Use your Micrometer to measure inside the shell, then remember to allow room for clearance for things like wires, decoder, lighting, etc.
Unfortunately I can not help more than that suggestion...
Ricky W.
HO scale Proto-freelancer.
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You want to measure the old motor in the locomotive (length width,height), and order a motor of the same size. Look in the locomotive and see what clearance exists around the motor. Easiest way to measure a motor is with a vernier caliper. If you don't have one, you can use a pair of dividers to measure the motor and then set them along side a ruler to take a measurement. While you are at it, look for a maker's name and a model number on the old motor. If you get lucky the motor vendor (NWSL or others) will have such a motor in stock. Otherwise go with the the best match on dimensions.
David Starr www.newsnorthwoods.blogspot.com
Thanks to all for your great advice! I'll be measuring carefully.
Thanks again,
Paul,
if looking at older NWSL (including Sagami) motors, the part numbers are based on the size.
For example, a motor part number with the first four digits 1624 would be 16mm in diameter and 24mm long. If your caliper does not measure in millimeters, 0.040" is close enough to 1mm for conversions.
The rest of the NWSL part number is shaft diameter and single or double shaft.
On their current website, the new motors they sell are pretty much just physical descriptions.
-Kevin
Living the dream.
All great tips, thanks! I've learned a lot already, and feel like I have a better shot at accomplishing what I'm after. I find This Rivarossi motor is an unusual size: 15 mm in diameter,13 mm long, 1 mm shaft. Maybe able to use the last motor listed on NWSL site. Just have to try it and see.
They have all kinds of useful goodies on their site!
Postwar PaulThis Rivarossi motor is an unusual size: 15 mm in diameter,13 mm long, 1 mm shaft. Maybe able to use the last motor listed on NWSL site. Just have to try it and see.
I had a couple Rivarossi locomotives when I was in N scale, and they had the biggest can motors that could possible fit. The SW switcher lost all kinds of detail to make room for the motor.
The NWSL motor might work. It could be a tad longer than the OEM motor.
There is a small space behind the back of the motor and the back of the cab, about 1 or 2 mm, so I have some wiggle room. Also, my thinking is that I have so many 40 year old N engines that could use a new motor, hopefully the ones I ordered will be useful somewhere. Very Happy to have resuscitated my 2 premium N scale trains from 1979: the Southern Crescent, and the Milwaukee Chippewa. Many fond memories of these plying the rails in my apartment! 2 more Rivarossi engines also need a rebuild, so the repairs are piling up faster than I can get to them! I do enjoy fixing trains, though! Big part of the hobby for me!
https://rivarossilives.shutterfly.com/#%3aemid%3dsite_sitecreated%26cid%3dSHARE3SXXXX
Here's a link to some pictures. The Crescent and the Chippewa running again! Also had to rebuild the Flyer 312, it was a mess when I bought it!
Those are some neat pictures.
At first I did not realize it was a multi-scale layout.
I see Lionel, HO, N, and I think some dual gauge.
Thank you for sharing.
Yes, and also S gauge, and 0n30. Because....I can't make up my mind!
Too much cool stuff to run!
Oh, and G running in the backyard....
Postwar PaulYes, and also S gauge, and 0n30. Because....I can't make up my mind!
That is really a great execution of a multi-scale layout.
I hope you share more of it in days to come.
https://thetrainroommancave.shutterfly.com/#%3aemid%3dsite_sitecreated%26cid%3dSHARE3SXXXX
Here's some pictures of my multi scale layout. Started it 3 years ago when we moved. It is 8.5 x 8.5 feet in a spare bedroom.
I have pictures of my G setup on the Garden Railways forum in a thread called" Garden Railroad, take 2". It is my second garden line, the previous was at the old house.