NZRMac wrote:I've a wee Bachmann 2-6-0 with soundtraxx decoder in the tender, and it needs more power!! Thanks Ken.
I'll look up the part number I used as axel wipes tonight. I think I got them from loyds toys.
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NZRMac wrote:I had a quick search thru the forums but didn't see this subject anywhere, can someone tell me how to make tender pick ups. I've a wee Bachmann 2-6-0 with soundtraxx decoder in the tender, and it needs more power!! Thanks Ken.
Ken,
I just discovered this last night. This guy uses a Kadee #5 centering spring to make tender pickups for his Bachmann 4-4-0. Wish I'd thought of it. If the 2-6-0's trucks are small enough, it's an easy mod.
Bachmann 4-4-0 wipers
Nelson
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Harold is a master at this kind of modification, thanks for posting the link.
And thankyou Harold.
Ken.
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