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I have begun to convert my HO locomotives and rolling stock from an assortment of EZ-mate, McHenry, and hook and horn couplers over to Kadee couplers. I have read through the conversion charts on the Kadee web site. I have a Kadee coupler gauge. I have successfully converted a couple of Manuta freight cars using the suggested No. 38 coupler and a the Life-Like "Teakettle" Steam Locomotive with a recommended No. 28 coupler. Now I am ready to take on an Athearn U30B and a Bachmann Spectrum SD-45. I have the recommended No. 37 and No. 33 couplers. I have checked out the parts and studied the instructions. After looking over the locomotives I realize that these are not simple conversions. I am looking for suggestions and if anyone has had past experiences with installing Kadee couplers on these or similar locomotives. Tom
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