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Many iterations of this set/engine nowadays but this is unusual.  Got an original from 1957 into the shop for servicing.  I don't think originals are run that much anymore.

This one needed a new flanged drive wheel, motor brushes and tightening of the E-unit handle eyelet/rivet.  Along with normal cleaning, lubricating and smoke piston cleaning and adjustment.

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I think the PWC version had a can motor, and they gave the folks who preordered it an extra freight car to make them feel better about the change in specs.

Somehow, the very last version -- Conventional Classics? -- reverted to an AC motor, albeit one made in China whose parts are not interchangeable with Postwar or MPC.  The sku is 6-38340 but it's often referred to as set 1587S.

I would love to know more about the conventional classics version...  How did it run?  What are the differences between the "Chinese" pullmor motor, and the original??  Honestly, before I paid big bucks for any of these, I would be tempted to find a 2037 in good condition and just paint the darn thing pink!

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Randy_B posted:

What is the knock on this set with the Can motor that Ted refers to? This is the one I would want unless there is a good enough reason not to. What is the number on the locomotive - is it 8014 or 2037? When I search this set there are images showing both but the person posting them might have made a mistake.

Randy,

The 8014 version refers to the one Lionel Trains Inc. made in 1991. That set’s engine came with a can motor as well as a transformer and an oval of track.

I still see that version ask a substantial price depending on where you look.

Ted S posted:

I think the PWC version had a can motor, and they gave the folks who preordered it an extra freight car to make them feel better about the change in specs.

With the amount of these Stock Cars I've seen for sale, at high prices originally, I'd guess the stores got them and most who had purchased the sets never even knew they were produced. It is a very colorful set to run and probably a conversation starter.

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