Gene,

Did you test the pullin gpower before adding weight?  I'd be curious to hear about a comparison.  I added weight to mine before pulling a train, so I don't know how much it helped.  I'm just going with the heavy is better rule.

Jim

Thanks, Jim.

Does anyone know where I can get replacement 2-10-2 3mm golden white LED's that are the same size as the LED's in the 2-10-2?  Unlike my other Bachmann locos, the 2-10-2 has the LED's inside the lamp and will not accomodate (length, not width) the replacement LED and still reinstall the lamp lense.

Jim

Gene,

Mine is apart right now.  I've been replacing the couplers and LED's, and lubed the motor bearings (reduced the noise a lot).  Anyway, all you need to do is remove the three screws holding the upper cab/boiler assembly to the lower assembly.  Once the three screws are out, you can seperate the two sections.  Things will not come apart easily and you must carefully work it loose.  There is a piece of electrical tape securing the motor which binds things up a bit.  Once you have the two assemblies apart, you have clear access to the circuit card and plugs.

By the way, while you have things open, take a look at the area just forward of the motor.  There is a large area with nothing but air between the lower and upper frames that can easily accomodate and ounce or two of additional weight that will sit dirrectly above the 2nd driver.  I added some weights to boost its pulling power.

Jim

The Virginian BA's were slightly different with the steam dome under the sand domes.  QAny chance Bachmann will produce an authentic Virginian version?