Would REALLY appreciate some advice for a brand new Bachmann Gordon who has developed an annoying squeek in the front two sets of bogie wheels. He was a Christmas present for my son, who is really wanting this squeeking to stop. I would be grateful for any advice from anyone who knows about this train! Thanks!!
Hmm, I have a Bachmann Gordon and he has an occasional squeak, but i would always lube my models. Bachmann sells lube for the driveshafts of the engine, which is most likely the problem. It is product code BAC99984
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Light gear oil should work fine in this application. I cannot recommend WD-40 because it's too abrasive, and could cause major problems.
Thankyou so much for that suggestion - got it on order with Ironhorse Hobbies in Christchurch, NZ............Conor has just graduated from the plastic Thomas & Friends kids sets to these trains so we're all on a sharp learning curve! Happy New Year!