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Reply to "Where can I find K-Line 3790-4015S Big Boy Parts (Smoke Unit Parts, Screws)"

Go for 3/8" if it's just the PCB, 1/2" if it's also holding down a stack extension.  Also, sometimes it's useful to have longer screws.  I just worked on a Lionel Challenger, and half the smoke unit screws were stripped in the pot metal bowl!  Since it looked like it was never opened, I suspect it happened at the factory, runaway power tools.  I just used some longer 4-40 screws to engage the remaining threads and all was well. 

This is also why I use screwdrivers with a 1/2" handle for most of the work, makes it harder to get carried away and strip screws.  I've lost count of all the plastic shells I've repaired when people either strip the screws or twist the mounting posts off!  It's plastic people, you don't need 100 ft/lb of torque to put them back on!

So I ordered what I believe to be a smoke funnel but it turns out it was just the small brass ring like thing at the hole if the smoke unit which I already have. I’m in need of the funnel that funneled the smoke and fluid to and from the dual stacks of the big boy to the single hole of the smoke unit. I’ve looked everywhere and can’t seem to find it. Is there a substitute that would work or does anyone know where I can find this piece. If I’ve learned anything from this repair, it’s don’t lose parts, especially K-Line parts, at just about any cost. I’m very close to having this engine fully functional once again and I’m looking forward to it. Any help is appreciated

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800-980-OGRR (6477)
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