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That's a common problem in box cars with opening doors. The Atlas trainman HyCubes also have an issue with doors vibrating open.

 

The exception seems to be Weaver's cars as their doors are set up tightly. Jeff's (Chessie1971) suggestion of a toothpick in the door track is a good an effective way to keep them closed. I actually view non-operating doors as a "feature" on box cars. For a diorama/static display, the open doors are fine.

"..why couldn't vibrations CLOSE the doors?" Yeah, ya wonder about things like that.

So, open all your boxcar doors and enjoy seeing them all closed at the end of the session.

Problem solved. You're welcome.

 

These are Cosmic Questions, like those about the Land of Lost Socks.

I'm betting NO money on my suggestion above.

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Some of my auto rack end doors kept popping open. I found out one must secure these type doors carefully in order for them to remain closed while running the layout. In one instance, I had to use a very small piece of tape. Which I placed inside the door and then closed the other upon the tape. This works great and since I don't plan on placing any automobiles in that car, it is okay by me.

 

As for box car doors. That can be a most confounding problem. My solution. Put a Hobo figure in that box car and let him worry about that door for awhile. LOL

 

Seriously, I would follow the suggestions made by other members as they have likely dealt with this issue for a long time. Thus they have good ideas on how to deal with this.

 

 

Pete

Doors on boxcars (and on baggage cars) opening during  running is a common and annoying problem. There are many ways to deal with it but bending the guides or using a wedge may ruin the cars value. I guess that using temporary glue that doesn't damage the paint is easiest. An Elmers glue stick might work but that glue can dry rock hard. Anyone try using non-hardening modeling clay?

Originally Posted by Volphin:

Sometimes I cut a tiny portion of a thin rubber band, and wedge it into the door channel as I close it.  This seems to keep tension on the door.  They never pop back open unless I open them.  

 

Best idea in the thread! There is no adhesive or goop that is as easily removed as this. 

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