Hi,I'm new to forum. Just purchased a Lionel 2026. Put track together and ran for about 5min. came back later train started and the stopped running. transformer is good. I found different post about the E unit and brushes may need cleaning. The one post I found about removing shell didn't give enough info how to get completely off. I removed some screws and the rod in the back but something is still holding on. Maybe some pics or a good step by step would greatly be appreciated.
Thanks
Lexg
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If you look just at the just forward of the cab and below it a little there is a screw ( some tap out ) that goes from one side to the other, it will be holding the motor in place
The motor itself is held by that rod across the back of the motor and one screw at the front.
But you may not be able to remove the motor because the smoke unit is trapped by the steam chest.
IMHO, the easiest way to remove the steam chest is to remove the two crosshead guides (one each side), the lamp bracket, and the two screws holding the steam chest in place.
Bill's picture above is good for a 1952 version of your loco.
There is also a 1948-49 version.
Here are links to the original factory service documentation for both models:
2026 1948-49
2026 1952 (the 1952 version of the 2026 is the same as a 2037, but without magnetraction. This was done due to a materials shortage related to the Korean war.)
Use this exploded view to help take the shell off.
Remove the eccentric crank screw from center drive wheels.
Remove the valve gear screws holding eccentric rod assemblies to boiler.
Remove the eccentric rod assemblies clear of loco.
Slide off the drive rod and crosshead assemblies.
Remove the crosshead guides from the boiler shell.
Remove the motor mounting pin that goes through the shell from one side to the other that holds the back end of the motor unit in place. This pin must be punched out with the proper sized punch and a hammer.
With the pin out, remove the 2 long screws holding the steamchest in place. The front truck and light bulb assemblies will drop down, with wiring attached to the bulb socket.
Remove the Phillips head screw from the boiler top, and the motor should separate from the boiler shell.
Larry
Note the rod mentioned is splined, and only comes out one direction as the splines are backed to a flange or swedging. It only fits back one way. It is a light wedge fit. No need to stake or glue it back usally. Even when loose they pretty much stay put. I can often use my fingernails and wiggling to remove and drive them.
Drive the spline side for removal. Left side I think.
Thanks to all who posted. I was able to get the shell off. The problem was the brushes. Very gummed up. Gave a good cleaning and oil and greasing. Runs perfect!
Thanks Again
Lexg
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