AHM 4-4-0

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CP5415

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From: Whitby, ON
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AHM 4-4-0

Posted by CP5415 on Tuesday, October 14, 2003 11:29 AM

Does anyone know how to remove the tender body on an AHM old timer 4-4-0?
It was bought back in the 60's & still runs. I need to take it apart to do some maintenance to it but can't see where to safely take it apart.
Any help would be appreciated.

Gordon

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, October 16, 2003 3:36 AM

Hi, Gordon
I'm pretty sure that your AHM American (made by Rivarossi, Italy, I presume?) is the same engine produced with the same molds as my IHC 4-4-0 made in the 1990's in Slovenia by Mehano, in which case it should have two small screws on the front of the underside of the tender chassis. When you unscrew those two screws, you can remove the tender body by pulling it up and forward. The tool box at the rear of the tender is an integral part of the chassis, so it doesn't come off with the body. (I hope we're talking about the same engine here.)
Hope this helps. Take it easy, anyway. Regards,
Oliver.

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CP5415

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July 2003
From: Whitby, ON
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Posted by CP5415 on Monday, October 20, 2003 5:19 AM

Thanks for the info Oliver.
I was able to dis-assemble the tender body & do some maintenance on the "Reno"
It runs a million times better now, it even runs at low speeds.
Thanks again Oliver

Gordon

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