Thanks for that info Beachhead2. As an update, I tried the UP engine pulling one of my other tinplate passenger 4 car sets that rolls very well and even though the engine makes it around the track, it too finally stops and just spins the wheels. The UP engine has traction tires and spins while my older non - Proto sound MTH Blue 263E engine without traction tires races around the track with ease pulling 5 cars. A bit frustrating. I guess I'll call Sidetrack Hobbies and see what they recommend. I added a couple of pics of my layout to give you an idea of curves, track, etc. Just level layout with Lionel Fastrack and 031 curves.
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