Hi all,
Last week I purchased a Weaver Alco FA A-B set, undecorated, on ebay. Some of you might have seen these, there were 2 sets, I got the first one. Both units have the newer 2 motor drive. The B unit runs ok but the A unit runs terribly. I thought I'd check here before I return these as I've wanted an FA set for a while. For one thing I have no experience taking these apart. They seem different than the other Weaver engines I have and I don't want to break anything in case I need to return them. The reason I'd like to take it apart is that it appears that the flywheel on the front motor is actually contacting the roof of the locomotive. Does anyone have any experience or advice on this? Should I cut my losses and just return them? They did sell for a lower price than I expected which made me think others know something that I don't. Thanks.
Jeff