My Bachmann 2-8-0 would not run, although I could hear the motor turning over . I rang Bachmann in England and ordered a new gear box.

The problem is that the new gearbox has a lot of play in it. To get it to run ok I have to put a thin piece of card between the gearbox and the plate that it butts up against. the z shaped piece of metal that holds the gearbox in place doesnot hold it tight enough.

Can someone give me some advice on what's wrong?

Hi, Thanks for the reply, Do you know what rolling stock and coaches  should  go with the 2-8-0 then ?

john

Ive just joined and I am confused !

I bought a 2-8-0 Bachmann Cat no 81296 which is 1:20.3 scale

I also have a Box Car Bachmann 95368 which is in 1:20.3 scale and the two models are totally different in size.

I have a Big Hauler ( the Green one) which I know is 1:22.5 the same scale as LGB so I can see the scale size is ok

The Industrial 2-6-0 Mogul is also 1:20.3 scale but looks ridiculous against the 2-8-0

The 2-8-0 is based on a Virginia City Engine which is 2 foot 6inch

Can anyone explain these differences to me as I'm totally confused