WindupGuy posted:It is very unusual for a key to break; that key must have been defective from the factory. I've ordered multiple keys from Grossman, and have never had one fail. I also have multiple original Marx keys (which are slightly less robust than the Grossman keys) and have never had one fail... and I suspect I probably run windup Marx trains as much or more than anyone else in the country.
Perhaps if you call or email and explain what happened, he would replace it - if not, just let me know and I'll be happy to mail you a replacement myself.
I was pretty surprised to have it break like that. But, not wanting to give up I cleaned up the surfaces of the stub with a small file, and, could wind up the motor, then re install it in the shell and run it. Not the best, but it does pull the train for a few seconds. This may be all I can expect from the old girl. 
Any more ideas I would appreciate it. Ted
