Re: 2 rail MTH Mohawk needs a little attention first

Engineer-JoeOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBER

I got a great deal on a desired engine, even though I said I was done! (thank you Trainz!!)

I put her on the bench for a quick look. The PS2 3v battery measured around 1.8 volts no load, so I charged it first. After a few hours it measures around 2.4 so we'll see how it goes.

The engine looked like a shelf queen, so it needs some cleaning.

I gave it a quick vacuum job. Then some wheel cleaning. Finally, some compressed air.

I oiled the main areas, but it seemed not totally necessary. I figure do it now!

Next, she hits the test track. I hope she runs.

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9/6/242:25 PM

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harley riderOGR Forum Member

Joe, thanks for posting the pictures of your MTH 4-8-2. I have not seen the inside of a diecast steamer.

9/8/242:16 PM

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harmonyardsOGR Forum Member

Is that the model with the Selkirk smoke box front Joe?

Pat

9/8/242:30 PM

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Engineer-JoeOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBER

@harmonyards posted:
Is that the model with the Selkirk smoke box front Joe?

Pat

???

https://mthtrains.com/20-3376-2

20-3376-2 | MTH ELECTRIC TRAINS

She runs well.

No smoke? The smoke motor was noisy. I pulled the impeller and added a drop of oil to the shaft. It spins good

I put it back together and smoke comes out the bottom. I blew down the stack but no good. I swapped the wires on the smoke fan as they were clearly swapped at the factory. I put it back together. Still smoke out the bottom. I've had it apart four times.

I will test the smoke unit on the bench and see what the problem is.