Thank you both - it was both easier and more difficult than i imagined. Both the picture and the description of how to remove it were key.

Hi,

I am trying to replace a broken coupler on a norfolk southern engine (part of the bachmann thoroughbred set). I was able to replace the couplers on the freight cars no problem. But i can't figure out how to get at the couplers on the engine. i've attached a picture in case it helps. do i need to remove the entire housing to get at it?

for some reason attaching a picture isnt working.. here is the dropbox link to the jpg:

https://www.dropbox.com/sc/a75bgknl0v63miw/AABKQmt4xW7geS3IGAXQ88CUa

thank you

Greg