@Gregcz1 posted:Thanks for all of the advice so far...I am having fun with the process. The videos are quite helpful.
I would like some advice on replacing the wire. All of the insulation is rotted and I prefer stranded wire to replace, but notice the original wire is solid. Is it better to stick with solid wire for these engines?
Greg
I've preserved the original wires on several locomotives of that vintage.. If the insulation is dried out, I strip it just by rubbing between two fingers or scraping with a hobby knife. Then I'll straighten it and slip a length of fabric insulation over it from on end. I got the insulating sleeves from Dr. Tinker - other parts suppliers may have it.
I like to make my repaired engines as close to the original as possible. With this method I'm usually able to have 100% original wires.
