traingeek344
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My engine on my HO railroad sways from side to side when running. I checked the track and it is secured to the bed. Bed is glued to table top. Any ideas what may cause this?
If it is a diesel then possibly a truck is not on tight enough, or a motor mount worn or not seated correctly. If a steam loco perhaps the wheels aren't quartered properly.My engine on my HO railroad sways from side to side when running. I checked the track and it is secured to the bed. Bed is glued to table top. Any ideas what may cause this?
The entire layout.Does it do it throughout the whole layout, or just certain sections, like over turnouts?
Ok, thanks. I'll check it out. The engine is an old F2 diesel from the 1960s.If it is a diesel then possibly a truck is not on tight enough, or a motor mount worn or not seated correctly. If a steam loco perhaps the wheels aren't quartered properly.
It waddles from side to side like a duck. It's an old F2 diesel.Define sway, please?
What kind of engine?
Sounds like it might have one or more wheels off-center on their axle(s). An axle could be bent. What brand is it? Might not be cost effective to repair, and replacement of parts could be problematic. If it is a particular road paint scheme, or if it has sentimental value, you might be well advised to buy an F7 and swap the bodies.
I believe an F2 would be a Model Power brand, also rebranded as MRC. I am not familiar enough with them to know anything specific that would make it sway.Ok, thanks. I'll check it out. The engine is an old F2 diesel from the 1960s.