HAFNER Pre-War Box Set Questions

I would lean toward a correct set. The early catalogs would state a 6"engine, tender and 5 1/2" passenger car. The car would be whatever was available. Could be a car with or without a road name herald, but the herald cars are more desirable.

I have many wheels colored on the inside, so not unusual. Reused tin was normally out of sight, but not always. These are on parts of a visible floor.

Steve

Hi Steve,

Thanks for your post.  This makes sense.  The engine is a "100" and a non-runner. Looking for a spare now.  Looks like the "axle?" of the main-spring is broken.  What a drag!  This does not look like an easy repair.  -HafnerKid

Forum member windupguy, aka James Pekarek most likely can turn it into a nice runner for you. Just takes time as he sometimes needs to machine new parts etc as well as a bit of a backlog. Then there is that big railroad out in his back woods needing attention also.

Steve

That's a good-looking set.  What a nice find!

TrainsRMe,

Thanks for the nice compliment.  Found this set in Rochester, MN.  Never know what you'll find in MayoTown!

-HafnerKid

Hi Steve,

Thanks for all this great info.  If I can't obtain a runner, will reach out to windupguy.

-HafnerKid

Hello Wind-Up Guy,

Thanks, this is great info.  Thought something like what you have described happened. The mainspring certainly looks like it "blew up".  I have a lead on a replacement motor, but if, it's the same story, as mine.  I would certainly be interested in working something out with you.  I'll let you know what happens!

Thanks,

HafnerKid