dcc equipped 4-6-0

[popsssss]

i asked in general was told should ask in n scale.. i got an 4-6-0 dcc and sound  which wheel rods are beyond repair.  question is in i buy new 4-6-0 dcc equipped  can i switch my tender so i have sound and dcc. in new engine. 

[DaveGard]

Yes, but it will require some basic soldering skills to make the connections to the new tender.

On the other hand, the drive wheel assembly w side rods and cylinder assembly with valve gear are both available from the Bachmann: https://estore.bachmanntrains.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=70_578&zenid=uie2nqp845s17oj9jalij2c2n4 , and replacing the damage parts should be relatively easy.

Good luck!

[DaveGard]

Oops! The cylinder assbly only includes the main rods. The valve gear (L and R) are available as separate parts: https://estore.bachmanntrains.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=70_578&sort=20a&page=5&zenid=uie2nqp845s17oj9jalij2c2n4

Having removed drivers and running gear from my 4-6-0s during kitbashing, I don't think it would be hard to repair your loco (of course, I haven't seen it,so...)... and it would probably be cheaper than buying a new loco.

[popsssss]

THANKS soldering i can do between eyesight and not small fingers working on wheels and rods very diffiacult. being i dont have much money in what i got. and the fact i didnt purchase new.  and bachman repair according to chart starts at 60.00 i think picking up new and moving stuff easier and cheaper

[rich1998]

I use to use a fine point soldering pencil and wear an Optivisor with lights on the side.

Rich

[popsssss]

thank i have good magnifier and small tools i tried to repair rods on an older steam i have  wasnt pretty hand just not steady enough. to delacate