Home Open Account Help 368 users online

Model Railroading > Proto SD-7 Tracking Problem

Date: 08/14/01 00:49
Proto SD-7 Tracking Problem
Author: ncng9

I have noticed that my proto SD-7's trucks seem a little tight.. I seem to remember someone had a link a while back for a procedure to fix a flaw in the trucks that was causing these units to derail. Atleast I believe someone posted a link or was I day dreaming again?

-=Andrew=-

[ Reply To This Message ] [ Quote ]
Date: 08/14/01 01:07
RE: Proto SD-7 Tracking Problem
Author: FJC

It's the worm gear cover that has to have the small tabs filed down a bit to allow a 3-point suspension.

[ Reply To This Message ] [ Quote ]
Date: 08/14/01 07:07
RE: Proto SD-7 Tracking Problem
Author: charlesemerson

I used to have a P2k SD9 with the same problem. I solved the fault by giving the truck a bit more free movement. I also noticed that on tight curves the brake hangers fouled the steps when the truck swung. I fixed that by filing the back of the steps and the front of the brake hangers to give a bit more clearance.
Charles Emerson , Bellbird, NSW, Australia.

[ Reply To This Message ] [ Quote ]
Date: 08/14/01 23:39
Thanks..
Author: ncng9

Your suggestion worked.. I will try to get a photo of the completed unit up later this week for all to see.


Thanks again,

-=Andrew=-

[ Reply To This Message ] [ Quote ]

[ Share Thread on Facebook ] [ Search ] [ Start a New Thread ] [ Back to Thread List ] [ <Newer ] [ Older> ] 
Page created in 0.1361 seconds