where to find parts for brass engines or in general

Many 2 railers make their own parts. It’s part of the joy of the hobby. Not all, but many have fabrication skills, especially when it comes to working with raw brass. There are some vendors that supply lost wax cast parts, etc. Precision Scale Company is one such a vendor, as well as North West Shortline. As far as drivebelts for 3rd Rail, contact Scott at 3rd Rail inquiring about replacement parts. Weights can be made in house, fairly easily & cheap…..If older brass locomotives are your enjoyment now, scouring the popular shopping venues, and train shows for parts donors is another avenue to stock up on parts. Learning how to run a small bench top lathe will yield a lot of resources for making your own parts,…..I never buy a flywheel to save my soul anymore, I simply turn one from a chunk of scrap brass……..many very inexpensive small machines on the secondary market great for beginners…….never to old to learn either. Some community colleges have basic machining courses available to hone a skill set.

Pat

Precision scale co has cat on line.

O Scale America by Des Pains hobbies

[formerly by Bob Rzaza]

American O scaleby Bill Davis [ ltd supply]

Ebay.