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    Hornby Hogwarts Express derails on Atlas HO code 83 frogs

    My son recently bought an OO Hornby Hogwarts Express loco for his kids' layout that is all Atlas HO code 83 track. The front truck of the loco derails on turnout and crossing frogs, with a 60 degree crossing being the worst problem. It appears that the flanges can't stay in the flangeway at...
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    remove paint from Athearn diesel frame

    I found a new frame so I can repair my Athearn GP38-2, but they had only black and I need silver. I want to remove the black paint - does anyone know how? Ed in South Bend, IN
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    Athearn GP38-2 -- some info needed

    My Athearn GP38-2 has a bent underframe, and I'm sure there is no way to fix it. It happened as I was using a drive pin punch to drive out the pegs of the motor mount pads. After I got them out I found that the motor mount pads had been glued in. Does Athearn do that? -- I don't really need...
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    Old Athearn GP38-2 how to install drive shaft?

    My "new" ebay Athearn GP38-2 data sheet says Rev 05-03. First time on the track, front truck wheels will not turn. Reason: front truck drive shaft not installed, lying on frame next to motor. It is not possible for the shaft to come out or to go back in without moving the worm gear and...




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