That PDF is an excellent source. Have read it several times... When you say you are buying new, does that mean without paint? How old is the loco? You might not need a new motor (definitely not if it is a can motor). Many new brass engines are sold with practically no lubrification. That is intentional for those who want to paint the engine first. If the engine is painted, or if you don't intend to paint it, then you should apply the right lubrification before starting it up.
Simon
Thanks Ed that is very helpful!Exactly what I needed to know!
Hello,
http://schutzer.net/Brass_Clinics/RebuildingBrass2008a.pdf
Good Luck, Ed
First brass loco on the way from the Bay.Listing says it is new but I know it might need some maintenance to get it running after all of the years in the box.I have heard some use rubber tubing as drive couplers.Anything else I should know?