Lionel 182 crane, magnet problem,wiring?

I had the same problem with the crane not responding properly after I rewired it. Check your wiring. Make sure the ribbon cable was installed properly, and each wire is to the proper terminal on the base. Also recheck the wiring to the controller.

Larry

Power is transmitted to the light and magnet through an insulated shaft in the center of the drive gear on the cab base. Make sure the copper reed that rubs the end of this shaft receives power when the magnet is turned on and that it is riding on and making good contact with the tip of the shaft in the motor area.

Thank you very much for the response. I will do what you say.

Again thanks, Jerry

Hi guys

I pretty much got it working now but the wire that goes to the magnet broke and I have to re solder.

Much thanks for all your help. It would have taken me forever to figure out the magnet issue. I cannot believe these things are put together like they are but they seem to work real well.

Thanks again, Jerry