Next Locomotive & Tender to roll into the Service Yard here @ FRV:
Lionel’s early edition 726 along w/ it’s 2426W Tender. This set came in the shape as shown & received. It hasn’t been touched & or ever ran since in my possession. It’s been waiting patiently for it’s turn on the rails.
The loco is missing one front left marker jewel, one left rear side rod screw, & it’s whistle.
The Tender has a healthy chunk taken out of the front left of the coal load. Have yet to disassemble to see if by chance the missing piece is inside, but I doubt it. It is also missing it’s entire front bottom truck assembly, all it’s wheels, & it’s pickup roller. Though in the mass amount of parts on hand, I happen to find all the right things to make it whole again.
Will most likely end up having to purchase a new side rod screw & whistle. I may look into replacing the marker jewel at some point, but fixing that is low on the list.
This should clean up fairly well & be a great runner. Look forward to sharing it w/ everyone when done.
Hope All Y’all have a Wonderful Weekend!
~Eli
