4Starcstms
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I ran across this engine in an old box of train stuff that was packed away many years ago (10+) I'm pretty sure that it is older than myself.
Its got a athearn like setup on the motor, however instead of a gearbox, it originally had two rubber bands. between the end of the motor and the axle. This was a VERY inefficient setup. The rubber bands have since rotted off. I would really like to make this a operational unit again. Add DCC, and functioning lights and such. Would be a neat model to have running around.
Anybody have some thoughts on how to correct the problems ?? Here's some pics.
Its got a athearn like setup on the motor, however instead of a gearbox, it originally had two rubber bands. between the end of the motor and the axle. This was a VERY inefficient setup. The rubber bands have since rotted off. I would really like to make this a operational unit again. Add DCC, and functioning lights and such. Would be a neat model to have running around.
Anybody have some thoughts on how to correct the problems ?? Here's some pics.