https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfGvZNt8V-w
I was sent an entire collection to get running this time around! Not every repair was successful, but I gave it my best shot!There were some things that adm

https://www.modeltrainforum.com/threads/need-help-advice-on-restoration-just-received-an-entire-antique-ho-set-as-a-gift-and-am-trying-to-get-things-running.204385/
There's a lot of corrosion of different types on the locomotives, haven't yet dove too deep into the rail or slot cars. So far, the only engines I've tested electrically are the 0-6-0 and the streetcar - I get a motor response out of both, but only the steam engine actually was able to move.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LiW_sgfSgZs
I decided to have a go at trying to repair seven locomotives all in one go. Some of these are fairly modern, others were likely made some 40 to 50 years ago.

https://cs.trains.com/mrr/f/88/t/265836.aspx
Model Railroader is the world's largest magazine on model trains and model railroad layouts. We feature beginner and advanced help on all model railroading scales, including layout track plans, model railroad product reviews, model train news, and model railroad forums. ... HO Locomotive Maintenance and Repair Books 18623 views. 21 replies

https://hoseeker.net/
HO Train Reference Site. You will find within this site many items that may assist you in repairing, identifying, and collecting HO Trains. Listed in the "Literature Section" are Assembly Diagrams with Part Numbers for many different HO Engines and Rolling Stock. This Includes Athearn, Bachmann, Bowser, Globe, HObbyline, Kato, Model Power

https://www.trains.com/ctt/videos-photos/videos/how-to/repair-restoration/
Video: How to fix "speaker fuzz" in your locomotive. Repair & Restoration Classic Toy Trains. Project railroad: Create insulated track segments. Repair & Restoration Classic Toy Trains. Project railroad: Cut track with a power tool. Stay updated. Get updates and special offers via email from Trains.com brands!

http://blog.blueoxtrains.com/2013/03/how-to-replace-cracked-ho-scale-proto.html
This is an easy fix and we will explain how step by step. ... you will need to purchase 4 new replacement axles that come complete withe axle bushings and the drive gears ready to install which can be found here. ... You have now finished and should have a smooth running HO train locomotive! Have fun! Visit Blue Ox Trains Online. Posted by Blue

https://www.trains.com/mrr/videos-photos/videos/beginners/how-to-disassemble-a-locomotive-in-ho-scale/
How to disassemble a locomotive without damaging it and then reassembling it is one of the more advanced tasks of a model railroader. Some people just want to see the inside of the locomotive, while more often, there's a circuit board that needs repair or replacement, gears that need lubricating, or a faulty wire or light of some kind.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4I4XyeUAJs
In this Video, I'll be unboxing my entire HO-Scale model train collection. These are trains I haven't used in years because there was nowhere big enough to s

https://midwestmodelrr.com/blog/troubleshooting-and-maintenance-tips-for-model-trains-enthusiasts/
Dust, dirt, and oxidation can accumulate on the rails, leading to poor connectivity and performance. Use a track cleaning solution or a track cleaning car to keep your tracks pristine. Lubricating Moving Parts: Keeping the moving parts of your trains well-lubricated is crucial for preventing wear and ensuring smooth operation.

https://railroad.net/repair-and-maintenance-of-ho-scale-engines-t23269.html
Repair and Maintenance of HO Scale Engines. Discussion related to everything about model railroading, from layout design and planning, to reviews of related model tools and equipment. Discussion includes O, S, HO, N and Z, as well as narrow gauge topics. Also includes discussion of traditional "toy train" and "collector" topics such as Lionel

https://www.reddit.com/r/modeltrains/comments/14vev72/learning_train_repair/
ItsNovaAssassin. •. This guy does a series called trash to track where he repairs run down trains. Now they are mostly English OO scale trains but the premise behind repairing model trains is exactly the same for OO and HO. He goes through each step and makes it look very simple to repair a completely broken engine.

https://www.trains.com/grw/how-to/basic-maintenance-tips-for-large-scale-locomotives/
Basic maintenance is the key to reliable operation. Here are several simple things you can do to keep your engines running: Proper lubrication is so important to reliable operation that Bachmann includes a video with many of its locomotives showing how to do it. This is no less important with other manufacturers' locomotives. Many include exploded drawings or written instructions on

https://hrtrains.com/pages/repair-shop
Repair Shop. Our Repair Shop Team: Marco, Greyson,Tom, Alex and David. We take pride in our many years of service to satisfied customers. Your equipment will be in skilled caring hands in our modern, well-equipped repair facility. Our Engine and Car Shops are equipped with the latest state-of-the-art equipment and full-time technicians, skilled

https://tandkhobby.com/blog/3-things-that-can-go-wrong-with-your-model-train-and-how-to-fix-them/
1. The Train Occasionally Stops Running. There could be a few reasons why your model train suddenly shakes and shimmies on occasion while jetting along its tracks. For starters, identify if there is an issue with the layout or a particular train. Give a locomotive a test run around every section of the track.

https://www.rfgco.com/serviceguide.html
Adjusting couplers, replacing passenger car windows and much more. RFG102 Guide to Servicing American Flyer Trains $9.95. IMMEDIATE DELIVERY. This is for a digital version. Once payment is made, you will be taken to a web page to download a PDF File. The file can be stored on your computer or printed out in booklet format.

https://www.modeltrainforum.com/threads/i-need-help-fixing-an-old-broken-ho-train-engine.199170/
Relubricate them with a tiny drop of plastic-compatible lubricant (Hob-E-Lube and LaBelle's are good, widely available lubricants designed for model trains). DO NOT just use any old oil -- some will corrode plastic -- and use it sparingly. Ideally, use grease on the gears and oil on everything else.

https://midwestmodelrr.com/blog/5-possible-reasons-your-model-train-is-derailing/
It can happen whenever a car or engine wheel snags on the track, or even when an entire train rolls over. Here are five possible reasons your model train is derailing and how to fix it. 1. Dirty Equipment. Dust and grime can interfere with your model train in a number of ways. Firstly, too much grime on the wheels of your rolling stock can

https://www.modeltrainforum.com/threads/need-locomotive-maintenance-and-repair.191918/
A TYCO Chattanooga steam locomotive with a tender push motor which is supposedly brand-new, NOS. The motor runs when applied to the track, however the wheels do not turn. A brand-new (NOS) a TYCO F-3 EMD Santa Fe locomotive that runs, however there is a rather loud clicking sound emanating from the unit as it operates.