@gunrunnerjohn posted:I will present an opposing view of this particular model. It has the infamous K-Line designed chassis with the internal gearbox. I have replaced a number drive blocks on these, I believe six and counting. It happens enough that I keep a spare new driveblock in stock so that I don't have to wait for it! Other than for damage from drops or zinc pest, this is the only model that I've had to replace the whole chassis on.
The problem with this model is an internal gear has a side load due to the gearbox design and works it's way off the shaft. Although it could probably be repaired by pulling ALL the wheels to be able to remove the internal gears, the amount of labor to do that simply isn't justified.
If you buy this model, I suggest you don't overload it with long consists, as I don't have any faith in it's longevity in heavy use.
GRJ
Just to be 100% sure, are you speaking about the 2016 Lionel Legacy K-4 Long Haul Locomotive/Tender?
