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Lionel Trains Workshop => Lionel Maintenance & Repair => Topic started by: Gary M on February 07, 2026, 09:19:20 am
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Gary
If you are still wanting to rebuild your 8111 DT&I Switcher here are the part numbers you were looking for.
Parts for Diesel Switcher with manual or 2 position reverse
Complete Motor Truck =#8010-100
2 position E-Unit = #102-1
Commutator brushes = #8040-150
Drive Gear = #8010-116
Pinion Gear (2X) = #8010-117
Worm Wheel = #8010-115
Axle Bearings = #8010-118
Hope this helps
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Hi Gary
I see this post is over a month old now, but I will try to help you if I can. The 6-8111 Came with a "Select-able" Reverse lever. I have an 8111 myself. It was a bit of a clunker when I picked it up. What I did was put a 2 position E-unit in it. I don't know what number it was, I just had one laying around from an old post war alco engine and soldered it in. Might have been something like a #101-1. 2 position, short lever. I just can't say exactly. Before you start you might want to look for an exploded drawing of the 8111 and get all the part numbers you need. I think I had one around somewhere but not sure where it is anymore. As far as the nylon Gears, they are very prone to wear when put under heavy load. There are replacement gears for it. It takes a bit of work to do, but if you like that part of it, then it's ok. You may need a wheel puller, not sure. You might find a whole motor truck for it somewhere too like on e-bay or Trainz.com. and change the whole thing out. The cost may be a bit much depending. I would run it for now with light loads and not pull heavy grades under load. Lubricate it according to the instructions. You might be able to find an entire working chassis and motor for it too. Swap the shell. Brushes for the motor and all that can be found at Trainz.com or Ebay.
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Hello. I got this train when I was a youngster. It has been stored for quite some time. My grandson is taking an interest in trains so I thought I would fire it back up. One thing I want to do is add an e-unit to it. Can someone please suggest which unit will fit best? I am good with soldering and also building a mount for it.
Also, I noticed the smaller plastic gears between the motor drive and the wheels are worn. Are there spares that I can purchase for these? These gears will not last much longer.
And another question is can you tell me where to purchase new brushes and what size?
Thanks for all. I am excited about getting back into this hobby after over 40 years!
Gary