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Getting cheap locomotives to run well
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I live on cheap locos! While I don't have any life-like, I can't tell you much about how to get them going nicely. But I can supply you with some tips <br /> <br />- Keep the tracks clean. This is the #1 problem with most Locos <br />- Make sure your tracks are conducting fine. While i'm no expert as EZ track, regular snap tracks constantly have problem with this. I find It helps to take a moto-tool, and wire bru***he rails with a brass brush. Do this especally with old or used tracks. <br />-Clean the wheels on the Locos periodicly (Rubbing alcohol will do). watch for the little contacts to make sure they are installed properly. While you're at it, throw a little bit of oil on the gears and wheel bushings <br />- keep your train motor lubed as well. A drop on both bushings will do. <br /> <br />Bachmann is probably the best for starters. I got a few Model Powers and "Methano's" and they work quite nicely. <br /> <br />You should also know that the cheaper you pay, the quality gets lower. <br />EBay's a great place to get locos that are fairly cheap (Although used). <br /> <br />I hear low-quality locos from the 70's (Mainly tyco) Go from bad running to worse, but I think keep it oiled and they should be fine <br /> <br />Hope this helps. <br /> <br />Chris
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