※Trains

toy train

Model train scales and track width

  • G–—1:25—1.75"
  • O–—1:48—1.25"
  • S–—1:64—0.875"
  • HO–1:78—0.625"
  • N–—1:160—0.375"
  • Z–—1:220—0.25"

Information on the real trains behind our models

  • Tyco Union Pacific "Omaha GP-20" diesel engine 5628 (model from 1970s)

Tips for maintaining/repairing model trains

Conversion

Repairing model train motors
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  • Use Gardner Bender Ox-Gard OX-100 on all electrical contacts
  • Use a Dremmel tool with wire polishing bit to polish contacts
  • Use Mag1 high temp disk break wheel bearing grease of the gears, do not use oil.
  • Apply one drop of oil to the end of shafts where thrust washers are. No more!!!
  • Can use baking soda with super glue to repair cracked gears because there baking soda causes the got to cure instantly. Fill a crack with solid baking soda. Add super glue on top. The baking soda makes cyanoacylate glues harden instantly.

Train history facts

  • Oldest steam train:
  • Biggest steam train ever:
  • Fastest steam train ever:
  • Biggest Diesel train ever:
  • Fastest Diesel train ever:

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  • assembled buildings from eBay
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