Hi!
  My HO Spectrum 2-8-0 threw a screw (attaches running gear to 3rd set of drive wheels) and I actually got a replacement two days ago. 

However, when I went to insert the screw I realized that the loco also "threw off" the small spacer.  That part is like a thick, small washer (3mm OD, 2mm ID, 1.5mm thick).  I "gerryrigged" a replacement out of delrin plastic, but I sure would like to get a metal one.  I checked with Micro Fasteners and Osorail (NWSL) and had no luck. 

Can you recommend any other micro fastener suppliers?

Thank you,
Mobilman44 

My first Bachmann DCC loco, purchased just weeks ago, threw a screw while testing out my trackage on my "under construction" layout.  It is the screw attaching running gear to the third set of drive wheels (one on each side of the loco).  It is approximately 1/4 inch long, and about 1/16th diameter, with a 3/32 head.  It is metric (?), and non metallic.

I have done several searches of the layout and room - even with the nylon sock in the vacuum trick - but to no avail. 

I contacted Bachmann Service and simply wanted a replacement screw, but was told they would send an entire chassis and I could return the old one.  I thought this a waste of time/money for both of us, and asked them to reconsider just sending the screw.  After 4 days and no response after me sending 2 more emails, I am getting pretty frustrated.

I have been an HO model railroader since the early '60s and a Bachmann customer since the mid-'70s.  I currently have 5 fairly new Spectrum locos.  This is my first "parts problem", and frankly I am concerned.

Please, can anybody out there help me?   

Mobilman44