I’ve had this lone 204P for almost a couple decades sitting around. Came across this beautiful matched 204 AA Set from the massive collection late last summer. Decided to lash them up together, creating this stunning Dual Engine Powered 204 AAA Set.
… Whatcha think?
Another fun rebuild/ restoration the past couple months. Prewar Lionel’s Z 250 Watt Transformer. My postwar Z had some crumbling bakelite on the lower base, causing trouble w/ the #1 throttle. So I stripped this other Prewar Z down & rebuilt it w/ a new cord. It’s since been installed where the other lived on my 6’ long Control Panel, & is working like a champ for some of the accessories on the layout.
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And now we’re back to a fully documented breakdown & rebuild.
I have no words to share w/ y'all about this clip, so I’ll let the video speak for itself.
Would love to hear what Y’all think…
For folks interested in such & looking for info on this site of said topic, I will include the title to the clip in hopes it’s helpful to whomever:
Complete Breakdown & Rebuild of Postwar Lionel’s 2169WS Freight Set: Featuring the 773 & 2426W
And here’s the latest that’s just days old.
Hope Y’all enjoy these recently posted rebuilds of FRV… Thanks for looking!
If you’re interested in more, please check out my fb page or ig. Cheers Y’all! 🍻
The Latest Rebuild from The Service Yard of FRV…
A project I’ve waited years to finally get to.
Breaking down & rebuilding these Postwar Lionel 2500 Silver Series Passenger Cars was very rewarding!
Hope Y’all enjoy the view!
Thanks Eli, that was helpful.
Howdy Train Folk!
Many folks over the years are always asking what this funky white stuff is & how to go about cleaning it off.
If you’ve asked this question before yourself, & or have already gone about the process of removing it- you’d know that the answer to the preferred method of removal is to use a Heat Gun/ Hair Dryer. Using that particular method can be quite tricky, as well as create problems that you didn’t have before.
I get asked how I go about it all the time, which my reply is always “I plan on creating a post specifically to share just what I do”. Well Folks, Today is THE Day…
Just after these pics were taken I created a short five minute clip of my process of the “Mold Release” Removal. It’s viewable on my channel & in the following post. I hope it’s of help to those that might be in need.
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Here’s the short five minute clip of the simple & easy “Mold Release” Removal Technique.
And just to add: YES, it IS safe for the lettering & pin stripes (if done properly & quickly).
Y’all have a great Sunday!
Thanks! How does the lettering hold up to this method?
I watched your video.... Great job and thank you for posting this!!!!!
These repair tips are super helpful! thank you!!
What a great series.
Thanks,
John