The gates are not in warranty so I am attempting a repair on my own. It's a challenge as well because I am a retired Lionel Service Station called Ed's Trains and pre and post war is my specialty. I say IS because I'm still repairing but Lionel retired me because I didn't want to get into all the new electronics with circuit boards. This item has a circuit board and therefore creates the challenge that I've taken on. So I'm looking for any help that I can get,however I understand most would trash them if not under warranty. Ed