https://blog.model-train-help.com/2019/12/1947-vintage-lionel-train.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=1947-vintage-lionel-train Model railroads and model trains Thu, 05 Dec 2019 18:05:22 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://blog.model-train-help.com/2019/12/1947-vintage-lionel-train.html#comment-34233 Thu, 05 Dec 2019 18:05:22 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=5370#comment-34233 There are many things to consider for that vintage locomotive. The grease usually hardens or becomes gummy. A good cleaning and re-lubricating should be done. Also, the track and wheels should be thoroughly cleaned. Inside of the Lionel engine, is an “E” unit, that controls the direction, and idol of the engine. Those can become sticky and corroded over time, it may need to have the contacts cleaned. If your engine hits a dead spot on the tracks, the E unit will toggle and go into neutral or stall.

]]> https://blog.model-train-help.com/2019/12/1947-vintage-lionel-train.html#comment-34200 Thu, 05 Dec 2019 02:29:53 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=5370#comment-34200 Frank is on the right track, but check whether the rods connecting the drivings wheels (steam outline loco) are properly squared and the pins fully engaged first. Sloppy con rods are a regular cause of growling recalcitrant steam locos.

]]> https://blog.model-train-help.com/2019/12/1947-vintage-lionel-train.html#comment-34197 Thu, 05 Dec 2019 02:06:00 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=5370#comment-34197 Sounds like something is either broken or jammed inside the locomotive. It will need to be opened up and inspected inside. If you are not mechanically minded, ask for help at your local model railroad club.

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