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Question about BLI Paragon 3 Challenger

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Posted by Darth Santa Fe on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 12:06 AM

Thanks for the suggestion!  Looks like those are also 69", so if my project definitely does need them, I'll have to contact them and find out if they're available.

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Posted by tstage on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 5:40 PM

Darth,

Two of the four BLI NYC 4-8-2 Mohawks came with boxpok drivers and no traction tires.  However, I don't know if that's the type of boxpok drivers you are looking for: (Click to enlarge)

Unpainted version:

If it is, BLI may have some extras in their spare parts drawer that they might be willing to part with.  It's worth an ask...

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Posted by Darth Santa Fe on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 5:26 PM

Thanks!  So it's only the drivers with the heavy counterweights.  They're not going to work for my idea in that case, but it was at least worth a look!

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Posted by CharlieM on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 10:22 AM

The BLI P3 Challenger has traction tires on the rear axle of both engines. Four tires per locomotive.

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Posted by tstage on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 5:45 AM

Darth,

Can you just email BLI and see if they have any spare 69" boxpok drivers that they can sell you?  Or, do you need the entire chassis for your project?

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Question about BLI Paragon 3 Challenger
Posted by Darth Santa Fe on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 1:03 AM

I've read all over that this model has traction tires, but there's no mention anywhere that I can find that actually says which wheels have them.  Could someone please tell me which wheels they are?Smile  BLI offers non-tire replacement drivers, and I think these may be a good for an upcoming custom project if they're the correct style.  Bowser and Greenway 69" Boxpoks seem to be long gone, so I'm running out of options!

Thanks to anyone who has the answer!

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