Has anyone changed out the original motor in a Flyer loco for a can motor from, say, Port Lines Hobby and, if so, what are the pros and cons as opposed to just replacing a bad field coil which seem to be in short supply locally. Is the can motor and Dalee reverse a satisfactory alternative to finding and using another Gilbert motor and is the cost worth the end result. Any input much appreciated.
Jim M.
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Hello Ont Sou...........
There is one man that can help you with that and his name is Timko Repair Depot.
Here's his webpage http://timkorepairdepot.com/About.html. He does can motor conversion. I hope this helps.
the woman who loves the S.F.#5021
Tiffany
I converted an AF northern with both the can motor and electronic reverse unit from Port Lines. Better low speed response and directional control and an easy job.
Rich
Rich is correct and it is a simple job and I am something of a hack when it comes to repairs. It does eliminate the fussy reverse unit and provides smoother operation. The only thing I would have done differently is get the slower speed motor to get more voltage to the smoke unit at slower speeds.
It was worth the money to me since I rebuilt an engine from parts from a couple of junkers but the cost factor is a personal choice.
And if you want to do it even cheaper for the cost of the DC motor alone, you can keep the original mechanical reverse unit and wire a bridge rectifier to it so that you still get forward/reverse functionality and save the cost of the Dalee or whatever electronic unit.
All good information that makes the choice a little easier. Thanks to all who responded. Best regards,
Jim M.
I've had S-'n-S Trains of Boise ID replace a number of motors with can motors and Dallee reversing units for A.C. operation. Steve does a great job at a reasonable price. I'm not an AF purist; I just want my stuff to run--and it does.
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