PRRronbh posted:RidgeRunner posted:Roger,
Congrats on your new E8. Did MTH update the trucks to the modern 3 axle arrangement with the blind axle in the middle instead of the inner most axle? In other words, flange-blind-flange instead of B-F-F. The older E8s I have are the latter and they derail constantly in switches.
Cheers,
Bryan
Hi Bryan,
Although this arrangement is not prototypical, it is functional in that long frame diesels can negotiate O-31.
I do not recall hearing of this problem so am curious. What brand (manufacturer) of switch(s) and track is involve? What diameter curves/switch(s)? Are the switches and connected track the same brand? What (by MTH item number) is/are the engine(s) involved?
As said just curious since hace not seen this type of problem and have several MTH engines with this arrangement.
Ron
Hi Ron,
Yep, I already recognize and agree as to the O-31 functionality. To your question, O-72 MTH Realtrax and Lionel Fastback turnouts.
Previous detailed discussion is here where others reported the same issue I've had in ABA configuration. It's nice MTH sells the A units singly now and without the tether. It's sad to have to leave the old BA units in the box because they don't play nice together with the lead A.
https://ogrforum.ogaugerr.com/t...63#36484918432457163
Bryan
