Transformer questions

That is not a 7, but a stylized Lionel L.  Not rare.

The transformer is the 275 watt ZW they were also made as 250 watt models, I believe they were the workhorse of lionel transformers

They are very rare!   The ones that are turned sideways are even more rare!  😂🤣😂

The sideways transformers are the coolest. From one side they have a check mark for QC and the other side is a division symbol. 

Sorry, I don't don't know what any of you are talking about.

eddie g posted:

Sorry, I don't don't know what any of you are talking about.

It is along these lines:

bmoran4 posted:

eddie g posted:

Sorry, I don't don't know what any of you are talking about.

It is along these lines:

Bmora4,

Yup. I guess my attempt at tongue-in-cheek humor with the Lionel "7" transformer question wasn't too good.

That said, I still think that the SW transformer handles were copied for the star trek uniform emblems

Lol, I use the SW and the power knobs always remind me of Star Trek too. Pretty sure no relationship.

I found the 710 part. I know where to get one. Now I need to find the gozinta and I’m all set.

You guys crack me up! 

At least someone told the guy it's an L not a 7......

Those infamous "7" transformers go by the "dyslexic inverted MZ".

The MZ designation is clear as day to the lower left of the 7, but for some reason all the other text is upside down and reads backwards.

I'd keep it.

-Dave

Lionelski:  Great Post.  We need a little levity.