tender removal

[ta152h0]

I broke the tabs holding the tender body to the tender frame. There are no instructions on how to do this elegantly. Perhaps BACHMNNN can add more complete instructions in their manuals so us rookies can do this without breaking things.

[SteamGene]

Which tender?  Do you still have the tabs?  If so, you may be able to glue them back on.  Let them sit at least a day before assembly again.
Gene

[lanny]

What I have found helpful on removing tenders is first of all, remove detail parts that might attach to both the shell and the chassis.

After that, see if there are any screws that need to be removed (you should NOT need to remove the truck screws).

The use 'toothpicks'! Pry gently in one place just enough to slip a flat tootpick in the opening. Do this carefully, patiently and slowly all around your tender. If you find one area particularly difficult to pry open a tiny bit, check to see if there is a screw or detail part to be removed.

Generally, once you have several toothpicks inserted, the tabs will pop free.

Follow Gene's advice for regluing the broken tabs. Once glued let them set for a day before puttin the shell back on.

hope it works for you

lanny