Hi, any recommendations on what wire to use to rewire some old postwar things, tenders, cabooses, etc? I haven't done it in a long time. I used to use whatever was laying around, but want to do it better these days.
Thanks,
Matt
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For stuff that moves like connections to trucks for pickup rollers, you should use what is commonly called super-flex wire, it has many really fine strands and will stand up to movement a lot better than wire with fewer strands.
I also use "Superflex" wire. It comes in a variety of styles. You might want to pick up a roll of the SW22 for general purpose use in rewiring pickups. Most parts dealers carry this wire. I like to buy my wire by the spool from Miniature Lamp Works.
Don't forget some good shrink tube, I prefer it rubbery.
Matt,
Check out our store, we have good prices on super flex wire in various colors.
Bill
Thanks for all the info. Super-Flex it is!
