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Date: 11/13/24 12:13
Permanently attaching Kato Locomotive Weights
Author: mrbill11

I have a variety of Atlas/Kato yellow box locomotives that I am modifying - some RS3, RS11 and C424.  I would like to attach the locomotive weights to the frame in a somewhat permanent fashion - preferably screws, but I am open to other methods. Has anyone had any success in doing so?  If so, what was your method and what modifications were need to accomplish this?

Thanks,

Bill Phillips

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Date: 11/13/24 21:47
Re: Permanently attaching Kato Locomotive Weights
Author: funnelfan

JB WELD would seem like obvious solution unless you want them to still be removable, then screws or electrical tape would be possible routes.

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Ted Curphey
Ontario, OR

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Date: 11/14/24 10:19
Re: Permanently attaching Kato Locomotive Weights
Author: steeplecab

My preferred method is to use good quality silicone, and leave the shell off for a few days in case the curing silicone off-gasses acetic acid. It's durable and strong, but can be removed with some effort.  (Put it in those places where you can get a knife blade under it if possible.)

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Date: 11/14/24 11:35
Re: Permanently attaching Kato Locomotive Weights
Author: train544

Hi Try using the Alien tape double sided and is good and can be removed or reused
I have used it on different items and even on my rubber lens adjustments for my camera 
Tom Boylan

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