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| Marklin 2902 | 11/21/2009 | Chris Coscia |
Q: I have a Marklin 2902 set in box that is stamped 1998 is this a collectible piece? Thanks I can not ...
A: There is a Marklin 2902 set on eBay right now: http://tinyurl.com/ycs6buk Although this set is from ...
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| Lubrication | 11/20/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I live in Costa Rica and have no model train stores here. What can I use to lubricate my HO train ...
A: Charles. Thank you for your question. We used to use sewing machine oil in former days. Hopefully ...
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| Lionel | 11/19/2009 | Chris Coscia |
Q: I have a 60+ year old Lionel train set. It is in close to mint condition. Last Christmas my father ...
A: The modern ZW transformer is made to current UL specs so one would anticipate it to be safer and not ...
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| HO compatablilty | 11/19/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I have a Tyco train set. My question is can I buy a Bachmann engine and will it be compatible with ...
A: Craig, thank you for the question. The answer is probably not dependent on the couplers used by ...
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| pre war no 91 circuit breaker | 11/18/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: i have a pre war #91 lionel circuit breaker and i'm confused. i assume that you wire it in series ...
A: Ed. Thanks for your question. I think you are correct. I'm presuming that the High and Low allow ...
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| Lionel Transformer | 11/16/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I have a 50's Lionel Train that I need to know how to wire the transformer to the track. It is a ...
A: Raymond. Thank you for the question. Yes there is a special device called a lockon that attaches ...
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| HO manufactured in China | 11/15/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: Would you happen to know how I might be able to find the China contact info of companies in China ...
A: Joe. Thank you for your question. The name of manufacturers is generally kept secret by their ...
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| HO manufactured in China | 11/15/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: Just want to thank you for taking the time last week to answer my question - your reply was ...
A: Try finding out if there are hobby stores in the towns you visit. Years ago when modelers were ...
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| Model train lubricants | 11/15/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I am looking for a model train lubricant for a friend in England. The name of the lubricant is ...
A: Joe thanks for your question. Frog Snot is not a lubricant, exactly the opposite in fact. It is a ...
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| Tyco & AHM HO trains | 11/13/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I have TYCO & AHM HO train sets in original boxes and am looking for a guide in trying to find out ...
A: Minda. Thank you for your question. There are no guides published for HO trains unfortunately. The ...
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| Switching tracks with one train | 11/12/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I have 2 DC tracks, each with it's own controller. I want to know how I can switch tracks with one ...
A: Charles. Thank you for your question. I would not stagger them. To get smooth transition from one ...
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| HO manufactured in China | 11/11/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: would anyone know how I might be able to find the China contact info of companies in China who are ...
A: Joe. Thanks for your question. Just about all American HO trains are now made in Asia, mostly in ...
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| Champ/Varney train set | 11/9/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I've seen reference to Champ train sets apparently made by Varney. All of these seemingly had a ...
A: Bob . Thanks for your question. Varney made locomotives and cars for many hobby distributors, who ...
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| Train value | 11/7/2009 | Chris Coscia |
Q: I have a new, un opened, in box, Tyco, Bi-centennial single track HO train set. It is the 40" x87" ...
A: These sets un-opened seem to currently go for around $110 to $160 on eBay. Many people purchased ...
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| New Bright Santaland & 2-6-2 #3750 Steam Engines | 11/3/2009 | Chris Coscia |
Q: Chris. How can I determine the value of a New Bright train set, if any? I actually have two items, ...
A: Unfortunately, as you surmised, these trains are mass produced toys that have little collector ...
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| USATRAINS GG1 SCALE 1:29 INST.MAN. | 11/1/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: Where can one find a comprehensive electrical+mechanical Instructions Manual for the GG1, scale ...
A: Luis. Thank you for your question. The only place you can probably get an instruction manual for ...
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| Power Pack | 11/1/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: How Electric and disel Locomotives differ in terms of the requirement of the powern pack, Wjhat ...
A: Are you asking with respect to model locomotives or real trains? With model locomotives both diesel ...
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| Arnold rapido turntable | 10/31/2009 | Bob Williams |
Q: I have a ARNOLD RAPIDO N Guage Turntable that has never been out of its original box. The turntable ...
A: If it is the normal 0851 model they seem to go in the $120-140 range. Not sure if the provenance ...
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| O gauge oil refinery | 10/29/2009 | John Schaub |
Q: Where can I find already assembled oil storage tanks, and the necessary piping, fittings, shut off ...
A: Jack, Unfortunately, nothing is readily available on the market. Here's a few options for you. 1- ...
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| marx train | 10/28/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I have acquired a train set from a local dealer. It has been in storage for any years The train is ...
A: Ted. Thanks for your question. I did check around but found no information on the Marx locomotive ...
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| bachmann gandy dancer ho | 10/28/2009 | Chris Coscia |
Q: i have just bought this when i put it on the track smouldering and smoke came from one brush and it ...
A: Provided your power source is 12 volts and only putting out a few amps, all should be fine. I ...
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| Louis Marx & CoStream Line steam typeElectricalTrain | 10/27/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I have a NO 8890MRsteam type. Said remote control with Eng. thre cars track. What is price in goog ...
A: I'm sorry but as my bio states I don't place values on trains as I'm not a certified appraiser. I ...
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| locomotive | 10/26/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I was given an old locomotive by a friend of mine. it came in a leather bound case with velvet ...
A: Ryan. Thank you for your question. WOW! Very nice. I think you have what looks like a hand made ...
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| model train | 10/24/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: we have a lois marx allstate electric train set no 9622. we would like to know the year produced and ...
A: Ernest. Thank you for your question. I checked eBay to see if I could find your set, but it was ...
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| tenshodo m2 gn | 10/23/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I have a tenshodo gn m2 that needs some repair work It runs but very slowly. Is there some reputable ...
A: Doug. thanks for your question. I'm sorry but I can only recommend you contact a local model ...
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| Parts - wheel drive - old engine | 10/23/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I am looking for the round rubber piece that goes around the wheel drive for a O27 Lionel train that ...
A: Aimee. Thanks for your question. First I admit that I was unaware that Lionel had locomotives with ...
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| Märklin and Lima couplings | 10/21/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: This might have been asked before... I'd like to find out if the couplers of Märklin and Lima ...
A: Al. Thanks for your question. Probably not, unfortunately. Not only are the couplings different, ...
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| Laying Marklin k tracks | 10/21/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: Firstly, many thanks for your advisory service. I've had my Marklin trains since I was a teenager. ...
A: Bennett. Thank you for your question. If the track is already laid the best way is to sprinkle HO ...
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| Athearn valuations please | 10/21/2009 | Chris Coscia |
Q: I am a real railroader and don't care much for the model railroads. I received some HO scale Athearn ...
A: There is no hard fast value for these as they do not come up on the market. The models themselves ...
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| Valuation for Lionel Train | 10/19/2009 | Chris Coscia |
Q: I have a Lionel .027, HO, super 'O' train set that was produced from 1957-about 1966. It includes ...
A: It is hard to value these without reviewing them as wear is a major factor on these including the ...
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| 50hz 60hz ac to dc | 10/15/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: Traditionally, of course, they're for AC power however I'm vaguely aware that the power packs alter ...
A: Muir. Thanks for your question. Actually DC trains are not controlled by the sine wave on DC. Pure ...
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| layout articles | 10/12/2009 | Larry Weinberg |
Q: Been all over, looking to buy house lighting for my ho layout, I found poles but no small light for ...
A: Miniature light bulbs are made by a number of manufacturers and are widely available at many stores ...
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| Carlisle77 | 10/10/2009 | John Schaub |
Q: I've been looking on and off for years if you know Carlisle 77 i've found the right john schaub. ...
A: If you are talking about the car swap meet in PA who could not forget the '64 El Camino in tow. I'm ...
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| Lionel 444M Transfomotor | 10/5/2009 | Chris Coscia |
Q: I have a Lionel 444M Transfomotor. I have been unable to find any info on this unit. It is a plug in ...
A: As with anything else, price is based on condition and originality as well as the Lionel box ...
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| Joy Lines Wind Up | 10/5/2009 | Jerry Loman |
Q: I have a Joy Lines Wind Up Set that I am trying to get an app. value on. The engine is in good ...
A: The coal tender with no lettering is a Marx Joy Line tender and would go with the green 357 ...
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| Joy Lines Wind Up | 10/5/2009 | Jerry Loman |
Q: I have a Joy Lines Wind Up Set that I am trying to get an app. value on. The engine is in good ...
A: You have a mixed consist of 357 coaches. This is common to find a different darker colored coach ...
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| Joy Lines Wind Up | 10/5/2009 | Jerry Loman |
Q: I have a Joy Lines Wind Up Set that I am trying to get an app. value on. The engine is in good ...
A: The engine with the green wheels Is made by Ives around 1918. The wheels would have had no paint or ...
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| Train identification | 10/5/2009 | Jerry Loman |
Q: I recently inherited several model trains from my father. I have attached a picture of one of them. ...
A: The tank car pictured was manufactured by Marx in the late 40"S and 50"S The cars are very common ...
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| Lionel E unit to Operate Pittman Trolley Motor | 10/4/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I have an old (25+ years) Bowser/Pittman trolley. Currently it operates in only one direction as it ...
A: Warren. Thank you for your question I only am aware of Bowser trolleys in HO gauge, and they would ...
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| Your post from 2006 regarding Märklin 3185 train set | 10/1/2009 | Frank Edgcombe |
Q: I´m searching after the abovementioned train set. Do you still own it? Are you still interested in ...
A: Dohmen. Thaks for your inquiry. I'm sorry I have never owned any Marklin sets or materials. I was ...
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