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Show posts MenuQuote from: Santa Fe buff on September 12, 2009, 08:55:17 PM
For James,
Add some Bullfrog Snot (Liquid rubber traction tire solution.) or a traction tire. Apply Bullfrog Snot with a toothpick to one of the drivers and leave the other 2 for driving. Let dry.
For Percy,
Add copper contacts. (http://www.modeltrainstuff.com/product_p/81-825.htm) Peferably between the two drivers. Add traction tire or Bullfrog Snot on rear driver. Let dry, follow application instructions from James' section. For questions, post.
Bullfrog Snot:
http://www.modeltrainstuff.com/product_p/bfs-bfs.htm
Notes,
Be sure to apply the Bullfrog Snot in a complete circle on the driver(s). Spin drivers manually, or use a Kadee Products "Speedi" wheel cleaning on a pick up to apply electrical connection allowing spinning. Be careful not to get product on or inside locomotive. Whip product off quickly if it gets on exterior. Examine interior for damage/survey to see if product has caused damage. Replace parts and/or whip Bullfrog Snot off anything else then the wheel base. Use caution and patience.
This will increase tractive effort incredibly.
Cheers,
Joshua
EDIT: A more powerful motor will help with power, but traction may or may not be affected by adding a more powerful motor. In fact, you risk spinning the wheels and losing great tractive effort if the motor is driving too hard. For best results, attempt to add a more powerful motor/capable re-powering kit after following the previous steps.