converting a PS3 S2 switcher to 2 rail problem solved!

Yeap!

I had to drive the axle out of the wheel and rotate the axle bushings so that all sets have the insulated side against the gears.

I supported the wheel inside of a large crescent wrench and tighten the jaws down snug against the plastic insulator. I supported the wrench and using a drift pin, I pushed the axles out of the wheels. After rotating the bushings, I simply laid the wheel on the flat bench and drove the axle back in until the width was perfect.  1.115 or so I believe? I measured something like 1.110 up to 1.118 I think from memory.

For anyone else who converts these, please look closely at each model's axles first. I did not need to do this on any of my other 4 axle diesels.

I should probably look up NMRA specs for axle widths but all my MTH engines run well on my track and switches so far.

Glad you spotted and were able to resolve the situation. That situation also applies to the GP35 diesels because of the short rear end. You also can't file down standard Kadee boxes to use on the rear. Essentially, the engine has two front trucks. Fortunately, I bought them in 2-rail -- can you imagine going through the process four times?

Thanks Matt. I wanted to come back here and post photos for others to see. I spent this evening in pain over a kidney stone. The hospital released me and said they think I'll pass it.

It was super painful. Right now, there's near zero pain. For over an hour, the pain was off the charts. Just info for anyone who hasn't experienced this.

I'll get back with pics when I can.

https://ogrforum.ogaugerr.com/...8#151351025595866028

for pics!

Matt, Kadee makes a "short" draft gear box.   It fits well on the p&D F units and I guess Atlas.   I think the number is 806.

Joe, I hope you pass this soon.