I'm looking at a 2-4-2 on eBay. It has a tnder; it's lettered for the WP & Y and numbered "9." Olive w/ red cab roof. From the description: "DUSTY AND WHEELS NEED CLEANED TO RUN BETTER- BEEN ON SHELF LONG TIME" Appears to be intact. BiN Prince $148.30.
I have no experience with this engine type. Is it a reliable type or prone to failure? Any problems to be aware of?
Thansk for any input.
It is prone to gear failure that is probably why it is not running well as stated
Mike
That specific loco is from 1992, Item 91119 WP&Y loco #9 1992 2-4-2, with tender, White Pass & Yukon wood burner MSRP $120.00 in 1992.
The mechanism is very prone to failure and electrical pickup is poor if even the slightest dirty. You can buy a new 2-4-2T but without a tender. Shame about the old mechanism it was a nice model.
http://shop.bachmanntrains.com/index.php?main_page=popup_image&pID=2890
I have seen them on sale for as low as $200 brand new! It is updated with better pickup and a vastly improved mechanism over those old ones and better detail as well.
Have fun!!
Loco Bill
Thanks, gentlemen! It is a shame: I very much like the looks of this version better than the new one. I don't want to risk that kind of $$$ on one with such a pedigree without a thorough health history.