sncf231e posted:Hafner trains do in generally not like to be run on 3-rail track, at least the versions with a bell; this makes Hafner less popular I assume. The actuator for the bell is designed to touch the sleepers and will be in the way on three rail track. I bent the actuator to run Hafner trains on my 3-rail track.
i have seen this fix before and it is really unnecessary. rather than bend the clapper, loosen the motor (only held on by one screw) and when it drops down a bit, pivot the clapper and pin it behind the bell. a lot easier to visualize with an engine in hand.
[edit: i'll have to modify this a bit... this fix works for the 1010 locomotives, but the bells on the 1110 locomotives are mounted too close to the motor to give the clapper the space it needs.]
