hi about one hour ago i decided to run my 2-8-0 as i increased the throtle i heard the motors familiar sounds but to my dismay the engine was not moving yet the motor was as was the light on the front can anyone help me get it running again???????????????
I am assuming the SPECTRUM 2-8-0.
If it is the old, out-of-production, Standard Line 2-8-0, it is beyond help. Get rid of it and buy a SPECTRUM.
If it is a SPECTRUM:
The first thing to check is if the drivers are in quarter. Quarter is how steam locomotive drivers align. One occasional problem with the SPECTRUM 2-8-0 is that the friction fitted drives can twist out of quarter. Re-quarter and try to run it again. If the driver will not stay in quarter, there are various options to repair, such as use of Loc-Tite, or you could always invoke Bachpersonn's warranty.
Sometimes, the factory screws on the cover plate that holds the drivers in place too tightly. Back out the screws a flick of the wrist and try to run it.
Make sure that the valve gear and rods are properly aligned.