Gang...
I have been handed a well-worn pre-war standard gauge Lionel #8E (Red) for a rebuild.  It runs, but barely... needs a "kick start", reverser doesn't seem to function. Additionally, looks like someone has "tinkered" and wiring doesn;t look correct. There's also some kind of lever that I have NO idea what is for.  Anyone know where I can find illustrations/specs on armatures and reversers/wiring? The owner has ordered TWO new armatures off eBay, both claiming to be for this engine, both completely different than the original. Getting a little frustrated. Should have been relatively easy to figger out! Thanks in advance....