F3 Diesel Sluggish Start Up

[peisenmetrains]

I have Williams F3 Diesel (20185) that has been in storage for a while (I want my kids to enjoy the hobby but pre-kindergarten twins is asking for trouble).  I put the power unit on the track the other day and it started/ran sluggish.  Any thoughts?  Thanks.  Paul

[Joe Satnik]

Dear Paul,

It could be dirty track, loose track pins, or loose wiring. 

Do you have a lighted caboose or passenger car?  Compare its brightness on the track close to the transformer vs. far away from the transformer. 

Press down a little between each of the track sections to see if the far-away lit car's brightness changes.   

It could be that your engine needs cleaning and lubing. 

Hope this helps.

Let us know how it turns out.

Sincerely,

Joe Satnik

[peisenmetrains]

Thanks Joe.  I'll double check the track connections, and as you said it may need a fresh lube.  Thanks again. Paul