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[quote user="modelalaska"] By the way, I have an Atlas MP15DC (DCC onboard) I bought this spring.  It was one of my best running engines.  Now however, it squeals and is very sluggish.  It stops immediately when I press stop where as before, the momentum in the DCC would carry it a ways.  I assume it needs a lube job.  But I am surprised, I only have about an hour may be an hour and a half total run time on it.  My Katos (4) have much more time on them and they absolutely run fine and have not lubed them.So do I have a lemon?  Since my trainroom is cool (40-50 degrees) I am sure I will need a lightweight lube.  I was told ATF synthetic.  Does that sound good?  Do I just hit the exposed gears or will I need to disassemble and get everything?  It sure would be nice if Atlas would provide at least an exploded view of the locos like Kato does.Peter [/quote]modelalaska,I would not use the ATF synthetic.  Instead use Mobile 1 Synthetic.  I race slot cars and Mobile 1 is used by many slot heads to reduce friction while not blobbing up in the gears.  Also remember that less is best.  Do not over oil.  You don't want any oil to get on or in your motor.  Just my 2c worth.  Others may have some good ideas too. Rob Newman
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