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Two things that I've found to cause instability in model steam engines are wheels that are not squarely fitted to their axles (or worse, wheels that aren't concentric...), and traction tyres - these can be OK when fitted properly, but I've had a few locos where the tyres are not properly bedded into the groove in the wheels. Apart from that, I suspect the choice of transformer/throttle is very important - I have a small 0-4-2 (Dapol GWR 14xx class for any other UK railway fans out there) Tank engine that will crawl very smoothly and quietly with no lurches or wobbles - I just need another autocoach to go with it! (these were driving trailers used on branch lines - same idea as modern commuter services with cab cars)
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