@0-Gauge CJ posted:..sound is less "mechanical"-sounding (like gears grating together) and sounds more like an intense electrical buzz.
That would be the electromagnetic reverse unit and this is normal operation.
@0-Gauge CJ posted:do you have recommendations for oil and grease? I'm assuming the Lionel Maintenance kits aren't up to the job of maintaining internals. Thanks again for your input.
I use Mobil 1 oil and Lucas Red 'N' Tacky #2 grease(replacing "Lubricant") for trains.