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General Lionel Model Train Discussion / Re: Tender ID

« Last post by mtnman1 on March 21, 2025, 11:54:00 am »

Hi Dockside
Have you found an answer yet? Typically the tender numbers are ink stamped in silver on the bottom of the chassis. I do recall 2 postwar tenders with 6 wheel trucks. After searching I cam up with the #2426W which went with the #726 and #723 engines. and the #2671W Pennsylvania Tender possibly paired up with the #671 and #681 engines. Not sure of any more or any newer versions

General Lionel Model Train Discussion / Tender ID

« Last post by dockside on February 25, 2025, 12:16:26 pm »

I have a Lionel tender, it is a 6 wheel tender with no number to identify it. Would like to know what it is and what engine it came with. Anybody know? Tried to post some pictures of it, but I don't how. Maybe someone could help me with that. Thanks Dockside

General Lionel Model Train Discussion / Seeking help with O Scale Crossing

« Last post by JD36 on February 05, 2025, 11:56:36 pm »

Hey there! First timer here and I have a new O Scale FasTrack train set.
I recently purchased the Lionel FasTrack Crossing gates, 6-12062. It comes with two 5" insulated track pieces that go on either side of the crossing. The issue that bugs me is that the loco is almost all the way across the intersection by the time the gates lower.

I want to set this up so the train will trip the crossing about three (10") pieces of track on the approach/before reaching the crossing. Does Lionel sell these 5" or preferably 10" insulated track pieces separately?

If not, does anyone have a workaround trick?

I took a 10" straight track piece and removed the metal jumper plate under the track bed and then used my Dremel to create a splice in the outside rail trying to replicate the 5" insulated piece, but it didn't work. I had watched a YouTube video on how a guy did this but I cant find it.

Thanks in advance!

Scratch building & kitbashing / Weathering lionel accessories

« Last post by Cadmandu on February 03, 2025, 03:15:07 pm »

Hi all
I would like for my new layout to have a 1870 look.
Has anyone weathered say the 164 log loader or the sawmill to look like a wood surface?
Thanks

General Lionel Model Train Discussion / Postwar Train sets by engine number

« Last post by dockside on January 29, 2025, 11:39:59 am »

Hi, I am looking for a list or chart listing of Lionel sets by engine number. Does any body know of one? If so, where can I find it?
thanks Dockside

Postwar Lionel Trains 1945-1969 / 464 Saw Mill

« Last post by Cadmandu on January 16, 2025, 11:27:36 am »

Hi all I just bought a really clean 464 with all building parts included. I then purchased a 364c controller. What i would like to know is the length and diameter of the logs and the three dimensions of the lumber.
Logs 3361-21
Timbers 464-51
Thanks

Trains Marketplace - Buy & Sell Here! / WANTED: 711 non-derailing switches, 2R and 1L

« Last post by Nautilus on January 11, 2025, 09:22:23 am »

Looking for good working 711s without having to take out a 2nd mortgage to pay for them.

Trains Marketplace - Buy & Sell Here! / Looking to sell my set

« Last post by Robert03311972 on January 03, 2025, 11:51:46 pm »

Hi All,

I’m looking to sell my complete set, minus the track and switches. I’m currently running an estate sale in Thousand Oaks, CA and I have it here. I’ve priced it 25% less than if I sold it piece by piece on EBay but still get rolled eyes when I tell someone the price. Yes, I researched the SOLD prices, not asking BIN prices.

I think I have to find a buyer that has nothing and wants a good amount of cars, engines and structures to start their collection. Realized, individual sales total is $1200 (without shipping) and I’m asking $900. So for that guy, this is a good deal.

Can anyone give me direction? What’s the best way or site to sell it all in one shot? OR, If I sell it piece by piece, what’s the best site and way to do it?

Any advice is appreciated.

Thanks

Lionel Maintenance & Repair / 2020 4-4-0 LionChief body removal

« Last post by sguth31685 on December 27, 2024, 02:24:50 pm »

I've never owned a model train before but I bought a Disney FastTrack Christmas train in 2020 for the grandkids. Has worked great until this year. I have a short somewhere in the locomotive. I am trying to remove the body from the chassis so I can look for an obvious short (bad or frayed wire, something out of place, etc.). I cannot figure out how to remove the body. I've removed almost every screw I can locate. I've loosened the body but can't pull it off the chassis. I don't want to get too rough and break anything.

Is there a secret to removing the body? I've searched YouTube and even spoken to tech support at Lionel but no luck. Any help is appreciated.

The Train Yard / MERRY CHRISTMAS.

« Last post by djacobsen on December 24, 2024, 06:38:30 pm »

MERRY CHRISTMAS to all our Forum members and their families.
I hope Santa brings you the train(s) you wanted.
Happy Rails!
Dabe