I would like to replace the small wheel trucks  that are on a 1:20.3 spectrum log skid car with the standard, large wheel  Bachmann freight trucks.  It looks like the body mount coupler needs to go, which is a shame, as its really nice. It seems that the rounded front of the tang needs to be removed and the coupler arm itself needs to have about 1/2" removed with a new hole drilled for the attachment screw. If the large wheels trucks are used without modification, the height is OK but there is a huge amount of spacing between cars.

Has anyone done this? I would appreciate any specific advice on the best way to do this, before I start cutting away.

John

Hello all,

I just got a White Pass set and have had one problem. The connection plug between the tender and loco is quite loose. The plug doesn't seem to plug in all the way, it often just falls out. After working awhile I managed to get a positive connection, however the plug is still very loose, like it could just slip out. Should these two "snap" together in a more positive manner?  I don't want to force it and break the pins.

Has anyone else encountered this?

Also... Do these locos need lubricating before running the first time?

Thanks!
John