cool... thanks Bach-man!

or the dummy coupler shank size if the new magnetic couplers don't work.

anyone?

Bueller?

I have the USRA 0-6-0 Switcher & Tender (NY Central).  I want to convert the tender to the new magnetic coupler.  What shank size do I need?  Do I need any other parts?  It currently has a rapido style coupler.

That is sounding a lot like the 50's to me.  Thank you for your feedback.  I appreciate that.

I know that the Bachmann Plymouth is based somewhat on fantasy, but what years would be appropriate for something like this to be running?

I would give anything for them to add some 0-4-0T or some 0-6-0T.

Coolest thing ever.  I just got one of these and will be purchasing the rest of the set.  Runs very well, especially at low speed and you can't beat the price.  Very cool.

ooh.. I found my answer on the forum.  You can do it but it is tricky.  They really should include this guys posts with the rapido replacements.  Check out the link if you are interested.

http://www.bachmanntrains.com/home-usa/board/index.php/topic,2311.0.html

I actually figured this out.  The one you are referring to I believe goes on some of the diesel locomotives.  The B23-7 is one specific example.

I am starting to think that in order to replace the dummy knuckle couplers with the rapidos provided that you must actually shave away some of the inside of the grill (where the coupler sticks through) to slide them into place.  I of course went to the hobby store and had them retro-fit with Micro-train couplers.  Train is coupling much better now. 

thanks Mike!  Sounds like a trip to the local hobby store is in order.

Is there a direct replacement MTL couplers for the dummy knucklers on Bachmann Locomotives?  Is it fairly easy to make the switch?

thanks,

Andy