HO GG-1 pantographs

[Harveyj]

I need the dimensions between the insulators of the HO GG-1 pantographs.  One dimension is parallel to the track.  The other is perpendicular to the track.  My old Penn Line GG-1 measures .8 inches between the pantograph insulators parallel to the track and .7 inches perpendicular to the track. I can't get this information from Bachmann parts in Philadelphia!  Please help me.

[HoModeler]

Try pulling up the blow parts list for the GG-1 in part & service section... maybe that might help or call the service dept

[Rick Abramson]

The distance center to center is 1- 3/8" X 3/4"

[Harveyj]

Rick, thank you for the prompt response.  If I read it correctly, the dimensions you are stating are with respect to the pantograph insulators.
Please confirm, when you have the time.
Harveyj

[Rick Abramson]

Harvey:

The dimensions are center to center on the insulators.

Rick

[Harveyj]

Rick, thanks again for the prompt response.  People like you really make these forums work.  This saves me lots of time and tech support phone calls. 
Harvey

[Rick Abramson]

Harvey:

No problem. Any more questions don't hesitate to ask. Electrics are my favorite motive power and I saw and rode many GG1s in my RR career.

Rick

[Harveyj]

Hi Rick,
Since you offered, I have a related request.  My existing Penn Line pantographs are missing some brass?
cross members and fine springs.  The cross pieces  are fine wire strips with a rectangular cross section. Do you or anyone else know who supplies this type of metal stock.  The fine springs are about 1/16" in cross section and around 1/4" in length.  The springs hold the pantographs in the upright position!  If I could rebuild my existing pantographs, I'd be all set and no longer have to search for replacements.
Thanks to you and others reading this thread.
Harveyj

[Rick Abramson]

Harvey:

For the cross bracing on the pans, try Details Associates and K&S Metal products. They both make fine wire.
The springs are the tough part. I honestly have no idea where to look. Sorry.

Rick

[electrical whiz kid]

Harvey, Rick, et al;
Tichy  offers phosphor bronze wire in various dia.   .008,.010, .015, and others.  I have found this material to be easy to work with, solder,  and durable.  It is resilient and strong.

Rich C.