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General Lionel Model Train Discussion / Re: New Member - Trying to sell Father In Law's train set

« Last post by mtnman1 on November 10, 2025, 08:42:59 pm »

I'm no expert but I if i can make a few suggestions to get you started with the process. You might want to pick up a copy of Greenbergs pocket price guide to Lionel trains 2025 edition. You can get it in a lot of places. It will give you an Idea of about how much certain items are worth.
I think that selling them to the right people is the key. Things like condition and rarity are always the big factor. Some places just buy collections bulk and are looking to get them as cheap as possible for resale. Collectors might pay a bit more per item but you will have to connect with them individually and it will take more time to sell them all. Search the internet about how to go about selling Lionel collections and see recommendations on what to do by people who have done it. Hope it turns out well for you.

Lionel Maintenance & Repair / Trolley squeak / unsmooth operation.

« Last post by Jdt141 on November 08, 2025, 10:32:22 am »

My 10 year old son wanted a trolley at the local train show earlier this year so we picked one up.

We have oiled and greased everything, but we still get this squeaking noise, and the car itself doesn’t run smoothly.

https://youtu.be/_EpyXYNIu5M?si=x2U79bRa9EIwvxtf

Any tips / things to look at to make this run right?

General Lionel Model Train Discussion / New Member - Trying to sell Father In Law's train set

« Last post by Relawre on November 05, 2025, 09:22:59 am »

I am a new member here. I have what i would call a rather large lionel train collection I am trying to liquidate for my mother in law. What is the best way to determine the pricing? Is there a trusted site or publication for pricing? I have seen things listed on ebay but you never know what they sell for.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. All the train items are located in Arkansas now.

Lionel Maintenance & Repair / NEW TO THE FORUM HOPING FOR AN EASY FIX

« Last post by taman88 on November 03, 2025, 11:57:06 am »

hi! my father had purchased my son a Lionel New York Central electric train set probably a decade ago. He had stopped using it at xmas for years and decided this year to take it out. It's all set up, but the whistle and bell buttons aren't working (I almost recall it only being able to do the whistle function)

. The direction button works and haven't tried the smoke since I currently don't own any. Any suggestions? I'm no train novice so I'd have to attempt a repair as a first of it's kind ha. I believe the train model is 6-30156.
this is the train we have
https://www.lionel.com/products/new-york-central-flyer-set-0-8-0-steam-loco-7794-6-30156/

Beginners Q & A / Replacement Scout Couplers

« Last post by Mapka on November 02, 2025, 02:26:23 pm »

I recently acquired a 1953-1954 Scout train. I worked on the locomotive and got it running. Several of the detachable couplers on the cars are deteriorated. I was wondering if they make replacements?
I am new to the hobby and would appreciate any assistance that you can offer.
Thank you, Mark

General Lionel Model Train Discussion / Re: Lionel James Gang dc General motor replacement

« Last post by djacobsen on October 05, 2025, 08:06:14 am »

Hello & Welcome to the Forum!

Here's a link to Lionels' available motors & parts

https://www.lionelsupport.com/search?keywords=Replacement%20motors

General Lionel Model Train Discussion / Lionel James Gang dc General motor replacement

« Last post by TLDiffenderfer on October 02, 2025, 05:06:30 pm »

I'm need a replacement dc can motor for my Lionel James Gang locomotive.

General Lionel Model Train Discussion / Western Union Telegraph LionChief General Freight Set

« Last post by vicsrc on August 17, 2025, 03:59:45 pm »

can the sound be reprogrammed?

Lionel Maintenance & Repair / Reverse Switch Wiring diagram needed for Lionel 1041 Toy Train Transformer

« Last post by Loco1664 on August 06, 2025, 12:33:46 pm »

I am in the process of refurbishing the Lionel 1041 transformer from my childhood pre-war Lionel train set that my brother and I played hard with. Somewhere along the way, we removed the Reversing switch, the one with the red push button, and I want to replace it with whatever will work. Therefore, I need to know how it was wired. Any help, please. Karl in Warren, MI

Lionel Maintenance & Repair / Repairing Lionel No: 1045 Flagman

« Last post by Loco1664 on August 05, 2025, 02:08:02 pm »

My Lionel #1045 Flagman took a beating back in the 1940's when my brother and I were kids. I just found my old Lionel train set along with this Lionel accessory that was wrapped up Detroit newspapers, The Detroit Times, dated December 1954, packed away in my basement! That was a long time ago and now I would like to get that old train set out and working for our great grandsons to enjoy like my brother and I did years ago. The 1045 Flagman that is made from plastic, is broken from its metal stand, opened up exposing the right arm with a metal shaft and weight. All electrics are missing. I would like to know what these were so I can replace them. I suspect a solenoid or some such thing that I could make could work. Any ideas or best yet, a photo of what was inside of the Flagman. I have everything else in the base including the 1045C tract connector. My brother would be proud! Thanks guys, Karl