Hi, I just bought a Lionel American Flyer 4-8-4 northern that has no traction tires. Does anyone know who carries them? I've tried Lionel but the part number (40-8047-206) doesn't get a hit.
Thanks in advance,
Ron Ferrel
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Ron,
I would email or give Lionel a call. I purchased some from Lionel not that long ago.
Ben
Ben, I went back to the Lionel site and did find a parts breakdown for the engine which shows the traction tires are unavailable. I had to get creative with the numbers to even find it by just typing in 8047. I sent them an email and asked them where I can obtain them. Thanks for your help.
Ron Ferrel
Ron Ferrel
You can check lbrenterprises or portline hobbies.
Doug Peck of Portlines Hobbies has an alternative traction tire that works beautifully on the L-AF Northern. These also appear to be less prone to deterioration.
Bob Bubeck
Thanks very much for everyone's input. I was able to locate some tires and bought an extra set as well. I did get a response from Lionel telling me only that they were unavailable from them. I was able to test the loco successfully without the tires on a 40" circle and have since installed a set. Hope to test tonight on our 105' oval on the club layout.
I have to say that every time I've had a question for this forum, I've received excellent help, thanks again!
Ron Ferrel
I have to say that every time I've had a question for this forum, I've received excellent help, thanks again!
Ron Ferrel
