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Are you happy with the results using the Bachmann parts?

So far.......yes.

Sid

Thanks. I'll give it a shot.

Quote from: WoundedBear on February 17, 2018, 08:15:46 AM
I have fixed more Shays than I can count, using both Bachmann parts and the NWSL gears when they were available.

The Bachmann parts are fairly easy to install....some minor dismantling of the trucks is involved.

Sid

Are you happy with the results using the Bachmann parts?

Thanks for the reply.

I looked at the Bachmann Driveline assemblies and I was surprized to see how reasonably priced they were.

Also, they are considerably easier to install than the NWSL gears. (See YouTube viideo below.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mspLRpXIlYI

I have only seen one customer review of the replacement driveline assemblies, but it was favorable stating they had no issues since.

Has anyone else used this replacement kit?

Hi guys first time poster in years. Had to re-register.

So I'm building a logging operations layout (in benchwork now) in which my Bachman Shay was to be the prima donna. I got the Shay maybe 8 years ago, but never had a place to run it. This layout was designed for the Shay.

So today was the day I tested my locomotives against my grades. First the rear drive shaft fell off while I was setting it on the track, then the transfer gear in the front truck cracked.

Now I understand you can upgrade the Shay significantly with metal gears from NWSL.

I've also heard that installing the kit is challenging. So considering the crutial nature of the engine to the layout, would you install the kit yourself, or have it professionally done. If the later, who would you send it to?

PS: is there a search function here?

Chip